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2023-2026 Toyota/Lexus/Subaru Rearview Camera Recall

Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru are recalling certain 2023-2026 vehicles with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. A software error can cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen in reverse, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge under recall 25V744000.

ByAhmet Topcu — Founder & Editor-in-Chief2024 Toyota RAV4
2024 TOYOTA RAV4 — 2024 TOYOTA RAV4 recall
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Toyota bZ4X
2023–2025
Toyota Crown
2023–2026
Toyota Crown Signia
2025
Toyota Grand Highlander
2024–2026
Toyota Highlander
2023–2025
Toyota Mirai
2023–2025
Mostra altri 3
Toyota Prius
2023–2025
Toyota RAV4
2023, 2025
Subaru Solterra
2023–2025

Why This Recall Matters

A rearview camera that fails to display an image significantly reduces the driver's visibility behind the vehicle. This condition increases the risk of a crash, especially when backing up. The affected vehicles, including the 2024 TOYOTA RAV4, do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, which governs rear visibility systems.

What's Being Recalled

This recall, identified by NHTSA campaign number 25V744000, addresses a software error within the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. The error can cause the rearview camera display to freeze or show a blank screen when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. The component involved is the "BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION".

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2023-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. This includes models such as the 2024 TOYOTA RAV4, Toyota Grand Highlander, Crown, bZ4X, Mirai, Highlander, Prius, Lexus RX, TX, LS, LC, and Subaru Solterra. To determine if your specific vehicle is part of this 2024 TOYOTA RAV4 recall, you can contact Toyota customer service or visit the NHTSA recall website and enter your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Manufacturer's Remedy

Dealers will update the parking assist software to correct the error, and this service will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified by mail starting January 2, 2026.

For further information, owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's internal recall numbers for this campaign are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru owners can refer to recall number WRE25.


Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 25V744000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the specific issue addressed by this recall?
This recall addresses a software error in the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system that can cause the rearview camera display to freeze or show a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse.
Which vehicles are affected by this rearview camera recall?
This recall affects certain 2023-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system, including the 2024 TOYOTA RAV4.
How will Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru fix the rearview camera problem?
Dealers will update the parking assist software free of charge to resolve the issue.
When were owners notified about recall 25V744000?
Owner notification letters were mailed starting January 2, 2026.
What are the recall numbers associated with this issue?
The NHTSA recall ID is 25V744000. Toyota's internal numbers are 25TB13 and 25LB06, and Subaru's number is WRE25.

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