NHTSA Recall 26V512000: Electrical system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 407 vehicles. It affects 2026 Toyota Bz Woodland.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V512000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26TB15 / 26TA15 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | August 6, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 30, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 bZ Woodland vehicles equipped with a tow converter. An electrical short circuit may occur within the tow converter printed circuit board, which can deactivate the electronic stability control system and cause the brake lights to remain illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards numbers 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles” and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system or continuously illuminated brake lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tow converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB15 and 26TA15.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V512000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Toyota Bz Woodland | 2026 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.