Toyota is recalling nearly 31,000 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid vehicles due to a software issue that could cause the plug-in hybrid system to reduce power or shut down while driving at higher speeds, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The recall affects 30,978 vehicles, with NHTSA warning that the motor generator ECU may encounter an error leading to unexpected powertrain shutdown, which could increase the risk of a crash.
The software issue could cause the vehicle’s plug-in hybrid system to reduce power or shut down when driven at higher speeds. (James MacDonald/Bloomberg via Getty Images / Getty Images)
Toyota dealers will update the affected software free of charge, with owner notification letters expected to be mailed beginning Nov. 22, according to NHTSA. Toyota said affected owners will be notified by early December.
An unexpected powertrain shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. (Getty Images / Getty Images)
Toyota dealers will update the affected software free of charge. (Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images / Getty Images)
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning Nov. 22, according to NHTSA. Toyota said affected owners will be notified by early December.