It’s dark outside, and you’re reversing your Toyota Tundra out of the driveway. But something went wrong —your reverse lights don’t turn on, because of which you can’t see clearly behind you. Even the other vehicles nearby can’t tell that your truck is moving backwards.
It seems to be annoying, but more than that, it’s dangerous. It is not just a story. This year, many Toyota trucks are facing this problem, due to which the automaker issued a safety recall.
Toyota recalled around 443,000 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks manufactured between 2022 and 2025. According to the recall, the affected vehicles are suffering from faulty reverse lamps that increase the risk of a crash.
Let’s dive into the complete story behind the 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra recall.
How Many Tundra Vehicles are Recalled?
The Japanese automaker has recalled around 443,000 Tundra vehicles in the US. These vehicles include certain 2022-2025 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid models.
If you also own a Tundra vehicle and want to know whether it is involved in the recall, you can visit the official recall page of Toyota or the NHTSA site.
There, you only need to enter your vehicle identification number or license plate information and press the Enter button. It will provide you with your vehicle’s recall details.
The information about the automotive recall is not just limited to the number of Tundra vehicles involved. There will be changes in the future.
What is the Reason Behind the Recall?
The reason behind the recall is the faulty reverse lamps, due to moisture intrusion over time. The faulty reverse lamps can limit the driver’s view to the rear when reversing during low ambient light conditions.
There may also be no indication to others that the vehicle is moving backwards, increasing the risk of a crash.
What Should You do if your Vehicle is Recalled?
If you own a Tundra vehicle and it is being recalled, you should immediately take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. The dealer will replace both reverse lamps with new ones free of cost.
Additionally, Toyota will also repair assembly wiring harnesses for any subject vehicle identified to have corrosion that has extended into the wire harness connector.
Is Driving a Car with Faulty Reverse Lamps Dangerous?
Driving a car with faulty reverse lamps is dangerous for both you and other road users.
Faulty reverse lamps can lead to situations where you can’t see anything clearly while reversing your vehicle in a dim light, and other drivers may also be unaware of your car moving backwards.
It increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
How to Keep Your Car’s Reverse Lights Working Properly?
You can follow these steps to keep your vehicle’s reverse lights working properly.
- Check Lights Regularly: Make sure to check the reverse lights regularly to see whether they’re working properly. Just turn on the engine and put your car in reverse gear, and check that the reverse light turns on.
- Clean Daily: There may be dirt, debris, and other contaminants built up on the reverse lights that cause the issue. You need to clean the lights daily to keep them dust-free. Make sure to avoid using abrasive cleaners or scrubbing the light too vigorously. It will damage the lens or housing.
- Check the wiring: Over time, wiring inside the reverse lamps may get corroded, causing them to stop working. You need to keep checking the wiring regularly to ensure it’s always in good condition. If there is any issue, you have to repair or replace it immediately.
Wrapping Up
Toyota is known for its reliability, but even the strongest machines need attention when it comes to safety. Faulty reverse lamps seem to be a minor issue, but it is not. As I have discussed in the article, it can turn into a serious hazard.
That is why Toyota has issued a safety recall to fix the issue as soon as possible before there is any news about an accident or injury.
This isn’t the only issue Tundra pickups have faced. In fact, Toyota also issued a major engine recall for certain 2022 and 2023 Tundra vehicles equipped with its 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6.
The issue involved a manufacturing defect that could lead to engine failure.
If you own a 2022 or 2025 Toyota Tundra, it is your responsibility to act quickly if it’s part of the recall. You should immediately take your vehicle to the authorized dealer and get it fixed.
Sources: Toyota, NHTSA, Toyota Newsroom, AUXITO
