Toyota Recalls 2023-2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid for Pedestrian Warning Issue

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Toyota is recalling certain 2023-2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles because they may not produce sufficient pedestrian warning sounds when reversing, failing to meet federal safety standards.

What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss

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What Happened

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2023-2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles due to a potential issue where the vehicles fail to make sufficient pedestrian warning sounds when in reverse. This does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, which requires minimum sound levels for hybrid and electric vehicles.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves 2023-2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles, with a potential of 73,528 units affected. The affected models include the 2023, 2024, and 2025 model years of the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. No specific model numbers, UPCs, or regional limitations are provided in the recall details.

What You Should Do

Owners should wait for notification letters, which are expected to be mailed by May 30, 2026. Dealers will update the software for the pedestrian warning sounds free of charge. For more information, contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's recall numbers for this issue are 26TB08 and 26TA08, and the NHTSA campaign number is 26V203000.

Why This Matters

Insufficient pedestrian warning sounds may fail to alert pedestrians to a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. This recall addresses a safety compliance issue that could affect pedestrian safety in everyday driving scenarios.

Source

This information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For more details, refer to NHTSA Campaign Number 26V203000.

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Toyota is recalling certain 2023-2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles because they may not produce sufficient pedestrian warning sounds when reversing, failing to meet federal safety standards.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
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