2023 Toyota BZ4X recalls and problems

The 2023 Toyota BZ4X has 4 safety recalls and 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Urgent: recall 22V-444 carries a "do not drive" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.
Recalls
4
Complaints
22
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2023 Toyota BZ4X vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2023 Toyota BZ4X recalls

Recall 25V-744: Back Over Prevention

Reported Oct 30, 2025 · 1,024,407 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

Recall 25V-577: Visibility

Reported Sep 4, 2025 · 94,320 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.

Risk: An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-25.

Recall 24V-548: Equipment

Reported Jul 23, 2024 · 33,848 vehicles affected · Gulf States Toyota, Inc.

Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

Recall 22V-444: Wheels

Do not driveReported Jun 23, 2022 · 661 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Subaru Solterra and Toyota BZ4X vehicles. The hub bolts on the wheels may loosen, causing a wheel to detach from the vehicle after low-mileage use.

Risk: A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will replace the hub bolts and wheels, free of charge. Letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 27, 2022. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

2023 Toyota BZ4X problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Visibility4
Structure4
Electrical System4
Unknown or Other3
Tires3
Wheels2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Visibility/Wiper1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Air Bags1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields — 3
  • Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
  • Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2023 Toyota BZ4X complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 23,000 miles · reported Nov 9, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact stated while at a stop light and depressing the accelerator pedal, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that after the A/C system was turned off, the A/C system independently reactivated. The EV System Malfunction warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 23,000.
Visibility · at 40,000 miles · reported Sep 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V577000 (Visibility); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the A/C unit was not working properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was determined that the compressor had failed and caused the AC unit to fail to perform as needed. The compressor was causing a loud electrical humming sound inside and outside the vehicle. The vehicle…
Structure · reported Apr 22, 2026
While driving on the highway under normal conditions with no road hazards present, the engine under cover (part #51441-42210) detached from my vehicle and the bumper clips broke, causing both the under cover and bumper to become damaged and requiring replacement. There was no collision, no debris, no pothole, or any other road hazard involved. The failure occurred solely under routine highway driving conditions. Upon taking the vehicle to my Toyota dealership, the service team acknowledged this is a known and recurring issue with the bZ4X model. Research and owner forums confirm multiple 2023…
Visibility · at 117,000 miles · reported Apr 2, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact stated that the vehicle was awaiting a recall repair. The dealer informed the contact that the electrical HVAC compressor needed to be replaced as part of the recall repair; however, the part was on back order. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the recall repair was not completed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.
Visibility · at 55,000 miles · reported Jan 5, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact had attempted to use the defroster; however, the blower was not blowing hot air onto the windshield. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V577000 (Visibility); however, when the dealer was contacted to schedule a recall repair, the contact was informed that the part to do the recall repair was on national back order. The contact called another dealer and the manufacturer, and was informed by both that the part was on national back order. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Toyota BZ4X have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2023 Toyota BZ4X: 25V-744 (back over prevention), 25V-577 (visibility), 24V-548 (equipment), 22V-444 (wheels). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Toyota BZ4X?

Owners report visibility problems most often (4 reports), followed by structure (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 miles.

Are Toyota recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.