Toyota is recalling approximately 50,000 of its 2023 and 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles due to a potential safety issue. The recall was announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Friday (September 27). The issue could cause some vehicles to brake suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The recall involves Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles produced from June 2022 to September 2024. According to a press release from Toyota, "In certain situations, during brake application when turning a corner, a driver may temporarily experience a hard brake pedal that can cause the stopping distance to be more than expected."
To address this issue, Toyota dealers will update the programming of the skid control ECU software for the brake actuator, free of charge. Owners of the affected vehicles will be notified by late November 2024.
For any additional questions, Toyota customer support is available by calling the Toyota Brand Engagement Center at 1-800-331-4331.
The recall is part of Toyota's ongoing evaluation to ensure safety, and no other models are currently reported as being impacted by this specific issue, according to The Brake Report.