2026 Toyota BZ recalls and problems

1 recall and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Toyota BZ.

1
recalls
22
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2026 Toyota BZ recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system

NHTSA campaign 26V393000 · reported June 18, 2026 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 20,991 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Toyota BZ, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra battery electric vehicles. The electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the high voltage battery may experience a fault, resulting in a loss of drive power.
The risk
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LA07 and 26TA11. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG26.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 20, 2026 · Electrical system · 5,000 miles

The contact owns a 2026 Toyota BZ. The contact stated that while driving, the battery started overheating and the vehicle experienced a slight loss of automotive power. The messages "EV System Overheated - Output Power Reduced" and "Plug in Charging System Malfunction - Visit your Dealer” were displayed. The vehicle…

Oct 18, 2026 · Electrical system

When I was driving the car when forward and suddleny heard a pop and I got a shocked and my car went a complete broke down I think EV broke down it almost caused me to get in accident and almost get killed

Oct 12, 2026 · Service brakes · crash reported

I was involved in an Accident on 9-19-26 as my car hit the car in front of me . I applied brakes however my car did not stop and the collision warning did not activate and the emergency braking system failed . Now my car is totaled and I’m left paying Toyota the difference ! CAR IS DEFECTIVE Approximately 3000 miles

Oct 7, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance · 12,000 miles

The contact owns a 2026 Toyota BZ. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH and attempting to overtake a tractor trailer logging truck, the Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking activated causing the vehicle abruptly decelerate. The failure was immediately self-corrected and the…

Oct 2, 2026 · Visibility · 1,000 miles

The contact owns a 2026 Toyota BZ. The contact stated that the air conditioning system was inoperable while starting the vehicle. The contact stated that while the air conditioning system was activated, the vents failed to blow air immediately. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact was affected by the loss…

BZ model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2026 12210

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Questions

Does the 2026 Toyota BZ have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Toyota BZ, the most recent reported on June 18, 2026 (Electrical system: propulsion system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota BZ?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (14 complaints), followed by unknown or other (5).
How many 2026 Toyota BZ complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 22 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.