Loss of Steering Control from Cracked Steering Knuckle
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Units affected
- 617
- Recall opened
- Sep 17, 2026
- Owner notification
- —
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26TA19 / 26LA09
- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (6)
- LEXUS RX2026
- LEXUS RX HYBRID2026
- LEXUS TX2026
- LEXUS TX HYBRID2026
- TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER2026
- TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID2026
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX350, RX500 Hybrid, TX500 Hybrid, Toyota Grand Highlander, and Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
Risk / consequence
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TA19 and 26LA09.
Documents (6)
Source: NHTSA campaign 26V598000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.