Toyota has issued a safety recall affecting approximately 55,405 hybrid vehicles due to an inverter assembly defect that could cause loss of drive power or present a fire risk. The recall covers 2025-2026 Camry Hybrid and 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid models produced between late August and late November 2025.
Highlights
- Approximately 55,405 vehicles affected: 51,644 Camry Hybrid units and 3,761 Corolla Cross Hybrid units are potentially involved in the recall.
- Improperly torqued bolt identified: A bolt inside the inverter assembly may have been insufficiently tightened during a specific production period at supplier Denso Manufacturing Tennessee.
- Dual safety risks present: The defect can cause sudden loss of motive power while driving or lead to a short circuit that generates enough heat to cause thermal damage and fire.
- No remedy currently available: Toyota has issued a “Do Not Drive, Park Outside” advisory while developing a repair solution.
Defect Details
The affected vehicles contain an inverter assembly that converts power from the hybrid battery to the electric motor. During production, a bolt inside the inverter could have been improperly torqued by equipment at supplier Denso Manufacturing Tennessee’s Maryville facility.
An improperly torqued bolt can result in incomplete contact at the inverter terminal. In more severe cases, the bolt can lose contact entirely and become loose within the inverter assembly.
Potential Consequences
If incomplete contact or a loose bolt occurs, the following scenarios are possible:
- Open circuit activation: A warning lamp illuminates, and the vehicle may enter limp mode or lose motive power entirely.
- Crash risk: Loss of drive power at higher speeds increases the likelihood of a collision.
- Fire hazard: A loose bolt contacting the circuit board while the ignition is on can create a short circuit, generating sufficient heat to cause thermal damage to surrounding components.
Investigation Timeline
Toyota’s investigation began in early November 2025 following a field report of a vehicle that would not turn on. Dealer inspection revealed a bolt had come loose inside the inverter assembly and was resting on the circuit board.
Denso subsequently reviewed assemblies at its facility and discovered additional units with low bolt torque. A production history review identified that machine settings had changed, resulting in insufficient torque application during a specific manufacturing window.
Affected Part Numbers
The recall involves three hybrid inverter assembly part numbers:
- G92A0-33110
- G92A0-33120
- G92A0-0A020
Affected Vehicle Population
| Model | Model Years | Production Dates | Units Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Hybrid | 2025-2026 | Aug 26 – Nov 18, 2025 | 51,644 |
| Corolla Cross Hybrid | 2026 | Aug 27 – Nov 25, 2025 | 3,761 |
Toyota noted that not all vehicles within these production windows were sold in the United States. The actual percentage of vehicles containing the defect depends on specific installation and operating conditions.
Owner Notification and Remedy
Toyota has issued consumer advisories instructing owners to avoid driving affected vehicles and to park them outside. The automaker is currently developing a repair remedy.
Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed between January 30 and February 13, 2026. Owners will receive a second notification once the remedy becomes available.
Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s internal recall numbers are 25TB15 and 25TA15. The NHTSA campaign number is 25V869.
As of December 10, 2025, Toyota had received 34 field technical reports and 15 warranty claims potentially related to this condition.
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