Toyota Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Because of Rearview Camera Display Issue

The automaker reported that a software error could cause the camera image to freeze or go blank when the vehicle is in reverse.
Toyota Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Because of Rearview Camera Display Issue
Brand new Toyota cars are displayed on a sales lot in Oakland, Calif., on Feb. 6, 2019. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
Mary Prenon
Mary Prenon
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Toyota has announced a recall of 1.02 million vehicles in the United States due to a defect that could cause the rear-view camera to malfunction, potentially increasing the risk of an accident.

In a Nov. 5 statement, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) said the recall involves 2022 through 2026 Toyota and Lexus models, including Camry, Highlander, RAV4, Prius, and Lexus RX, TX, LS, GX, NX, and LX—as well as Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor system.
Mary Prenon
Mary Prenon
Freelance Reporter
Mary T. Prenon covers real estate and business. She has been a writer and reporter for over 25 years with various print and broadcast media in New York.