Toyota recalls 280,000 Tundra, Sequoia, LX600 models

Toyota on Wednesday announced the recall of about 280,000 full-size trucks and SUVs for a transmission issue that can leave the engine engaged when in neutral. The vehicle can then creep forward on a flat surface as if it were in Drive, unbeknownst to drivers. This can increase the risk of a crash, triggering the the recall. 

The recall affects the following new vehicles:

2022-2024 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid full-size pickup truck

2023-2024 Toyota Sequoia full-size SUV

2022-2024 Lexus LX 600 full-size SUV

The recalled models are limited to the current redesigned generations that share a platform and a 10-speed automatic transmission. Toyota included hybrid models, indicating that the recall encompasses both the LX and Tundra’s base 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6, as well as the twin-turbo V-6 hybrid with a motor generator fitted between the engine and the 10-speed transmission. The hybrid is optional on the Tundra and standard on the Sequoia; it is not offered on the Lexus LX. 

The NHTSA has not yet listed the recall, though when it does it will mark the ninth recall of the Tundra since it was redesigned for the 2022 model year. The only serious recall of the full-size pickup truck was from June 2022 for an axle shaft that could separate. 

The transmission issue in the latest recall sounds like it can be remedied with a software update. Owners will be notified by mail of the recall fix by late April 2024 and be advised to bring their vehicles to a Toyota or Lexus service center for the software update. For more information, contact Toyota customer support at 1-800-331-4331 or Lexus customer support at 1-800-255-3987, or visit Toyota’s recall site here.