Toyota Rear Light Assemblies Recall for bZ4X Vehicles
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Toyota is recalling certain rear combination light assemblies sold as replacement parts for bZ4X vehicles due to a potential failure to meet federal lighting standards, which could increase crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain rear combination light assemblies because they may be equipped with a side marker reflector instead of a side marker light, failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108 for lamps and reflective devices.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are rear combination light assemblies with part numbers 81561-42290 and 81551-42290, sold as replacement parts for Toyota bZ4X vehicles. A total of 158 units are potentially affected. The recall involves Toyota vehicles, as indicated by the NHTSA campaign number 26E005000.
What You Should Do
Owners should wait for notification letters expected to be mailed on March 10, 2026. Dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies as necessary, free of charge. For more information, contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's recall numbers for this action are 26TK01 and 26TH01.
Why This Matters
The incorrect lighting may make it difficult for other road users to see the vehicle from the rear or side, increasing the risk of a crash and potential injuries.
Source
This information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall number 26E005000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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