Toyota is recalling 105,794 Land Cruiser Hybrid SUVs in the United States. The recall covers model years 2024 to 2027. A fuel tube connection near the fuel tank can come apart. Fuel can then leak out. Leaking fuel can catch fire if it reaches an ignition source. The fix is free at any Toyota dealer. Owners should check their VIN now. Do not wait for a letter in the mail.
This is one of the largest single model recalls filed in October 2026.
What Happened
Toyota announced the recall on October 14 2026. At first Toyota gave a rounded figure of about 106,000 vehicles. NHTSA then published the exact count of 105,794 vehicles. The federal campaign number is 26V673. Toyota uses internal recall numbers 26TB23 and 26TA23 for this campaign. You may see those numbers on your letter.
The recall covers Land Cruiser Hybrids built from November 29 2023 to October 1 2026. Toyota dealers were told about the recall on October 14. Owner letters are expected to go out from November 29 to December 13 2026.
Toyota had studied this problem since field reports started in mid 2024. Toyota counts 23 field technical reports linked to the problem. It also counts 64 warranty claims. Toyota estimates the defect shows up in only about 1 percent of the recalled vehicles. That still means more than 1,000 vehicles could carry the fault. That is why the recall covers the full group.
No do not drive order was reported for this recall. That does not mean owners should relax. A fuel leak is a fire risk. The right move is to check your VIN and book the free fix.
Which Vehicles Are Affected
The recall covers certain Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid SUVs. The model years run from 2024 to 2027. The table below shows the count for each model year. These counts come from USA Today recall coverage of the NHTSA filing.
| Model year | Vehicles recalled |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 25,041 |
| 2025 | 41,955 |
| 2026 | 21,274 |
| 2027 | 17,524 |
| Total | 105,794 |
The 2025 model year has the largest share at almost 42,000 vehicles. The word certain matters here. Not every Land Cruiser Hybrid from these years is on the list. Toyota built the recalled vehicles inside a set production window. Your VIN is the only reliable way to know if your SUV is included.
The Defect Explained in Plain Words
Fuel travels from the tank to the engine through tubes. Near the fuel tank a resin tube joins a metal tube. A small clip holds that joint together. That clip is the heart of this recall.
The clip can lift. It can also go missing. Toyota found marks on recovered tubes that point to the clip sitting unlocked. Toyota also found that a properly seated joint did not separate in tests. The joint came apart only when the clip had been left unseated. Toyota has not confirmed a single factory cause for the clip lifting. The filing points to the clip being lifted after the vehicles left the factory.
If the clip lifts the joint can separate. Fuel can then escape from the tube. In a hybrid the leak can continue until the gas engine shuts off. Fuel can pool under the vehicle. It can also turn into flammable vapor. Vapor needs only a spark or a hot surface to ignite.
You cannot see this joint from the driver seat. No warning light tied to this fault appears in the reporting so far. That is why a VIN check matters more than a visual check.
What Owners Should Do Now
Check your VIN today. Do not wait for the letter. Letters go out from November 29 to December 13 2026. That is weeks away. A VIN check takes minutes.
If you smell gasoline around your SUV stop driving it. Park it outside and away from buildings. Call your dealer for guidance. If you see fuel under the vehicle do the same. Do not start the engine to move it closer to a garage.
Keep the recall letter when it arrives. It will carry the Toyota recall numbers 26TB23 and 26TA23.
If you recently bought a used Land Cruiser Hybrid check twice. Toyota may not have your mailing address yet. The letter may go to the prior owner. Your VIN check is your safety net.
The Free Fix
The fix is simple hardware. The dealer inspects the fuel tube connection first. Then the dealer installs a supplemental clamp at the connection. The clamp stops the joint from pulling apart. If the inspection shows the tube itself needs replacement the dealer replaces the resin fuel tube. The dealer then installs the clamp as well.
All of this work is free of charge. Federal recall law requires free recall repairs. Your warranty status does not matter. An older Land Cruiser Hybrid gets the same free repair as a new one. You do not need to argue about cost at the service desk. If anyone quotes a price for this recall repair ask them to check campaign 26V673.
Book the visit early. Recalls of this size can fill service bays fast. Keep the repair paperwork with your service records.
How to Check Your VIN
Your VIN has 17 characters. You can find it at the lower driver side corner of the windshield. You can also find it on your registration papers. Insurance documents often show it too.
Enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on Toyota’s recall lookup page. Search with campaign number 26V673 if the tool asks for it. The result will tell you if your SUV is included and if the repair is still open.
Owners with questions can call Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Give the agent the recall numbers 26TB23 and 26TA23.
Buying a Used Land Cruiser Hybrid
This recall does not make the Land Cruiser Hybrid a bad SUV. It does add one more check to your buying list. Ask the seller to run the VIN before you pay. Ask for proof that recall 26V673 is closed on that vehicle. A dealer can print this proof. A private seller can show the NHTSA result on a phone.
Check the service history too. A closed recall with clean records is a good sign. An open recall is not a deal breaker. It is a free repair. But get it done before you rely on the SUV for daily driving.
What Happens If You Ignore the Recall
An open fuel leak recall is a risk you carry every day. The odds of a defect are low. Toyota puts the figure near 1 percent. But the outcome of a fuel fire is severe. A free clamp removes that risk. An open recall can also hurt you at trade in time. Dealers and buyers both check recall status.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is my Land Cruiser Hybrid recalled?
Only certain 2024 to 2027 Land Cruiser Hybrid SUVs are included. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Is it safe to drive my Land Cruiser before the fix?
No do not drive order was reported for this recall. But if you smell fuel or see a leak stop driving and call your dealer at once.
How much does the recall repair cost?
Nothing. The inspection and the clamp are free. A replacement resin fuel tube is also free if the dealer finds it is needed.
When will I get a recall letter?
Owner letters are expected from November 29 to December 13 2026. Do not wait for the letter. Check your VIN now.
What if I bought my Land Cruiser used?
Check the VIN yourself. Toyota may not have your address. A VIN check takes minutes and it is free.
What should I do if I am shopping for a used Land Cruiser Hybrid?
Run the VIN before you buy. Ask for proof that recall 26V673 is closed. If it is still open get the free repair done right after purchase.
Content Writer at AutosAdvise. Thomas Mills covers new car reviews, prices, specifications, and buying guides. He aims to make every article clear, practical, and easy to understand — so readers can compare models with confidence and choose the right car for their needs.