Toyota Recalls Over a Million Vehicles in the US for Rear-View Camera Defect
Toyota has announced a recall of more than one million vehicles in the United States because of a defect in rear-view camera functionality that could increase the risk of a crash. The announcement was made on November 5, 2025, and reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The recall affects approximately 1,024,407 vehicles built for model years 2022 through 2026. The impacted vehicles include certain Toyota and Lexus models, as well as the Subaru Solterra electric vehicle (EV), all of which are equipped with a “Panoramic View Monitor” system.
The root of the issue lies in a software glitch: when the vehicle is placed in reverse, the rear-view camera image may freeze or display a blank (black) screen because the software fails to comply with federal rear visibility requirements. That failure means the driver may not have a clear view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Toyota says dealers will apply a free software update to correct the issue for affected vehicles. Owners of the impacted models will be notified and can contact Toyota’s customer service line or check their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) via NHTSA’s website to confirm if their vehicle is included.
This is not the first time Toyota has faced a recall related to rear-view cameras or visibility issues. Just a few weeks earlier—in early October 2025—Toyota issued a recall covering nearly 394,000 vehicles (primarily 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023-2025 Sequoia Hybrid models) due to a similar camera/display malfunction, where the rear-view image could fail while reversing.
The earlier recall suggests a recurring visibility software risk in Toyota’s newer models. In that prior action, letters were expected to be sent to owners starting November 16, 2025, and the fix was likewise described as a free software update.
Analysts say the repeated recalls highlight growing challenges for automakers as advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and camera-based monitoring become standard. Even though the software fixes are relatively simple, the scale of affected vehicles and potential safety exposure means that brand trust could be impacted.
For owners:
- Check your vehicle’s VIN to see if it is part of the recall campaign
- Contact your local Toyota or Lexus dealer to schedule the free update
- Until the software fix is applied, take extra caution when reversing or relying solely on the camera system
Toyota’s statement underscores that owner safety remains its priority and the company is working to rectify the defect swiftly. For more industry updates, visit our automotive news section.