The Toyota Land Cruiser recall covers 105,794 SUVs in the US, and it’s a fix you should book the week your letter arrives. A fuel connection near the tank can come apart, and when it does, the hybrid keeps pumping gasoline onto the ground until its engine shuts off. Toyota filed it October 14, 2026, and NHTSA posted it October 21.
Every 2024–2027 Land Cruiser sold here uses the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, so assume you’re on the list until your VIN says otherwise. The risk is real but narrow.
Quick answer: Toyota is recalling 105,794 2024–2027 Land Cruiser hybrids because a resin fuel tube can separate from the metal fuel line near the tank. Leaking fuel can raise fire risk. Dealers will inspect the joint and add a supplemental clamp, replacing the tube if needed, at no cost. Owner letters go out by December 13, 2026.
Which Land Cruisers are in the Toyota Land Cruiser recall?
The NHTSA defect report for campaign 26V673 lists every model year of the current truck, built from November 29, 2023 through October 1, 2026. The count by year: 25,041 for 2024, 41,955 for 2025, 21,274 for 2026 and 17,524 for 2027. Toyota’s own release rounds it to about 106,000.
What actually fails on the fuel line?
A resin tube runs off the tank and snaps into a metal main fuel line with a quick connector. A retaining clip locks that connector. If the clip lifts, the two tubes can pull apart. Fuel then flows out of the open joint for as long as the pump runs.
That’s why this is a recall. In Toyota’s static test, a disconnected joint leaked multiple gallons before the hybrid’s engine shut off. Toyota found the spray couldn’t reach parts hot enough to ignite it. Gasoline pooling under a truck parked in a garage is a different story.
Toyota still can’t say why the clips lift
In pull tests, a properly seated connector broke its housing before it separated. Toyota checked about 600 trucks in the field and found one lifted clip, still connected. It suspects clips were lifted after the trucks left the factory, but hasn’t proven it.
As of October 6, 2026, Toyota had 23 field technical reports and 64 warranty claims in the US. The first reports arrived in mid-July 2024. When USA Today asked about injuries on October 21, Toyota declined to comment.
What will you notice if the fuel tube comes loose?
You’ll probably smell it first. Raw fuel near the tank after a drive, or a damp patch under it in your driveway, is the tell. Don’t start it. Call the dealer.
On the road, Toyota’s test-track trial showed warnings when the fuel pump stopped and again when the engine quit. The truck then switched to EV mode with reduced power until the hybrid battery ran down. The mistake is treating that EV fallback as a way to limp home. This is a 2.4-liter turbo hybrid, not a plug-in, so pull over somewhere safe.
How does the fix work, and does it cost anything?
Dealers will inspect the connection and fit a supplemental clamp that stops it from separating. If the resin tube is damaged, they’ll replace it first. It’s free. If you already paid for this repair, keep the invoice: Toyota’s owner letter will explain reimbursement.
Dealers were notified on October 14. Call ahead with your VIN, or reach Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Should you still buy a 2024–2027 Land Cruiser?
Yes, with one extra step. A clamp-on fix doesn’t change what the truck is: a 326-hp, 465 lb-ft hybrid rated to tow 6,000 pounds, with a 2027 base price of $57,880, per Toyota.
What changes is your checklist. On a used 2024 or 2025, run the VIN and ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing campaign 26TB23 or 26TA23 completed. On a new 2027 on the lot, it was built before October 1, 2026, so ask the dealer to confirm the inspection and clamp were done before delivery. No paperwork, no signature.
For a softer hybrid, see the 2027 Lexus NX going hybrid-only. For a rugged rival, check whether the 2027 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk upgrade earns its price, and for another truck recall, read about Ford’s speedometer recall on Super Duty and F-150 trucks.
What we still don’t know
Toyota hasn’t named a root cause, and the vehicle list could change after the filing date. Toyota says no other model uses this exact pairing of parts, so only the Land Cruiser is listed. Our Toyota hybrids and SUVs roundup covers the wider lineup.
Land Cruiser fuel leak questions owners are asking
Is it safe to drive my Land Cruiser before the recall repair?
Toyota hasn’t told owners to stop driving. The risk depends on a retaining clip that has already lifted, and Toyota found only one lifted clip in about 600 inspected trucks. Check for a fuel smell or wet spots near the tank before each drive. If you see either, or get engine warnings, park it and call your Toyota dealer.
How do I check if my Land Cruiser is part of the fuel leak recall?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or Toyota.com/recall. The campaign covers 105,794 2024–2027 Land Cruisers built between November 29, 2023 and October 1, 2026. NHTSA’s number is 26V673, and Toyota’s codes are 26TB23 and 26TA23. Owner letters are due by December 13, 2026.
Will Toyota pay me back if I already fixed the fuel tube?
Yes, if the repair addressed this condition. Toyota’s defect report says the owner letter will explain how to request reimbursement under its general reimbursement plan. Keep the dealer or shop invoice showing the fuel tube work and your VIN, because you’ll need that paperwork to file the claim with Toyota.
The numbers favor calm action: 87 US reports across 105,794 trucks, and a free clamp that takes the guesswork out. Get the Toyota Land Cruiser recall repair on the books, then keep driving the truck you bought.