Toyota Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Because of Rearview Camera Display Issue

The automaker reported that a software error could cause the camera image to freeze or go blank when the vehicle is in reverse.

Mary Prenon

Published: 11/5/2025, 5:30:57 PM EST

Toyota Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Because of Rearview Camera Display Issue — Brand new Toyota cars are displayed on a sales lot in Oakland, Calif., on Feb. 6, 2019. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Toyota has announced a recall of 1.02 million vehicles in the United States due to a defect that could cause the rear-view camera to malfunction, potentially increasing the risk of an accident.

In a Nov. 5 statement, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) said the recall involves 2022 through 2026 Toyota and Lexus models, including Camry, Highlander, RAV4, Prius, and Lexus RX, TX, LS, GX, NX, and LX—as well as Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor system.

The automaker reported that a software error could cause the camera image to freeze or go blank when the vehicle is in reverse. NHTSA noted that in this case, the vehicles would fail to comply with federal real visibility requirements and could be the cause of an accident. The cameras are mandatory to help prevent drivers from striking pedestrians or objects when backing up.

Owners of these vehicles should check the NHTSA website to see if their vehicles are affected. Letters notifying owners of the safety risk will be mailed out by Dec. 16, and local auto dealers will update the vehicles free of charge.

Owners can also contact Toyota’s customer service number at (800) 331-4331. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru’s number is WRE25.

Last month, Toyota recalled nearly 394,000 vehicles in the United States due to other issues with rear-view cameras that could reduce visibility for drivers, possibly resulting in an accident involving another vehicle or a pedestrian. That recall covered models including 2022-2025 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023-2025 Sequoia Hybrid.

Kelly Blue Book reported that additional Toyota vehicle recalls this year include certain 2023 to 2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra, related to various problems with their HVAC systems. This includes electrical compressor failures or defroster and defogger systems that may become inoperative. Malfunctioning defroster and defogger systems can decrease driver visibility, which could result in a crash.

The HVAC recall affected more than 94,300 vehicles.

Meanwhile, more than 167,800 2021 to 2025 Toyota Sienna hybrid vehicles have been recalled so far this year for improperly tightened bolts on third-row seat assemblies.

A Toyota seat belt recall earlier this year affected nearly 50,000 vehicles. It involved certain 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid, Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, 2024-2025 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, and RX500 Hybrid vehicles.

One of the earliest Toyota recalls for 2025 vehicles included both 2024 and 2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive vehicles with possible faulty brake hoses that could be damaged by the buildup of mud and dirt inside the rear wheels. The problem could also cause a leak in brake fluid, increasing the risk of an accident.

The NHTSA continuously monitors manufacturers’ actions to ensure they address safety defects that pose a risk of accidents or injury. While manufacturers issue and conduct recalls, NHTSA holds them accountable for notifying owners and providing free, safe, and effective remedies.