Toyota
-
Blog
Toyota Sienna Minivans Recalled to Fix Defective Third-Row Seats
Due to a manufacturing error, the bolts used to attach the third-row seatbacks may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the vehicles may not meet federal motor vehicle safety standards. In a written statement, Toyota said that the seatbacks may not perform as intended and could increase the risk of injury to seated occupants. To fix the problem,…
Read More » -
Blog
Toyota Tacoma Pickups Recalled for Brake Failure Risk
Vehicles recalled: Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks with all-wheel drive, 16-inch brakes, and 17-inch wheels manufactured between Jan. 2, 2024, and Jan. 17, 2025. The problem: Mud and dirt buildup on the rear brake lines can cause a leak, leading to a loss of brake fluid and increasing the risk of a crash. The fix: A repair is not immediately available.…
Read More » -
Blog
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25717478/8.jpg)
Suzuki teams up with Toyota on its first EV: the E Vitara
Suzuki and Toyota have been working together on a new 4WD-capable electric SUV, and in Italy yesterday, Suzuki revealed the fruits of the collaboration: a new compact called the E Vitara. It’s the automaker’s first EV, and it’s scheduled for production at Suzuki Motor Gujarat in India starting next spring. The E Vitara will launch in Europe, India, and Japan…
Read More » -
Blog
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Recalled for Braking Proble
Vehicles recalled: Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles manufactured between June 1, 2022, and Sept. 10, 2024. The problem: The electronic control unit for skid control within the vehicle’s brake actuator assembly has faulty software. As a result, it may not properly control brake fluid pressure, which could lead to reduced brake performance in corners. The fix: Toyota dealerships will perform…
Read More » -
Blog
Talking Cars 454: Driving the Toyota Land Cruiser
Main theme: In this podcast episode, we give our first impressions of the all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser. This iconic SUV, which has long been known for its off-road capability and bulletproof reliability, has been reformed into a smaller, less expensive, and more fuel-efficient model. But possibly the biggest change of all is the switch from a V8 engine to…
Read More » -
Blog
Toyota confirms breach after stolen data leaks on hacking forum
Toyota confirmed that its network was breached after a threat actor leaked an archive of 240GB of data stolen from the company’s systems on a hacking forum. “We are aware of the situation. The issue is limited in scope and is not a system wide issue,” Toyota told BleepingComputer when asked to validate the threat actor’s claims. The company added…
Read More »
