Toyota Australia has issued a recall for nearly 70,000 vehicles, including popular models such as the RAV4 Hybrid, Corolla, and Camry, over a potentially faulty digital instrument cluster.
The issue, which affects a range of Toyota models produced between July 2022 and April 2025, has raised concerns about the safety of vehicles that may display no essential driving information at all.
This recall impacts 69,586 vehicles, and although the fault is related to the digital instrument cluster, it poses a serious risk to drivers by potentially rendering vital driving data—such as speed and warning lights—unavailable.
According to Toyota Australia, the affected cars include various hybrid and non-hybrid versions of the Toyota C-HR, Corolla, Corolla Cross, GR Yaris, Kluger, and RAV4. The recall follows an issue with a 12.3-inch display on the instrument panel, which can fail to show key information when starting the vehicle.
A Critical Issue With Vehicle Displays
The core problem lies in the improper programming of the vehicle’s combination meter, a key component of the digital instrument cluster. This faulty programming causes the memory device within the system to deteriorate prematurely.
As a result, the display may remain blank upon ignition, leaving drivers without crucial information, including their speed and important warning lights. According to the recall notice, this can occur in vehicles manufactured between July 2022 and April 2025, although not all vehicles produced during this period are affected.
Without the display functioning properly, drivers are at an increased risk, especially under certain driving conditions where speed and warning indicators are critical. Despite the severity of the issue, Toyota assures owners that vehicles are still safe to drive, but the recall should be addressed promptly to avoid potential risks.
A Straightforward Solution for Affected Owners
Toyota has committed to addressing the issue by updating the instrument cluster software at no cost to owners. This repair will be carried out by Toyota dealers, with the process typically taking between one to 2.5 hours, depending on the model.
Toyota Australia further clarified that, depending on the dealer’s schedule, vehicle owners may need to leave their cars for a longer period. For those concerned about the recall, Toyota’s Recall Campaign Helpline is available to provide assistance, and owners can contact their local dealerships for more information.
While this issue is serious, Toyota has reassured customers that the affected vehicles remain safe to operate. However, the recall process must be completed as soon as possible to prevent any disruption to the vehicle’s essential systems.
