Toyota recalls 655,000 Camry vehicles globally over a 7-inch display that goes blank at startup, killing turn signals, hazard lights, and seatbelt chimes. Free software fix begins in September.
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Toyota is recalling roughly 655,000 Camry vehicles worldwide because a display error can knock out turn signals, hazard lights, and audible warnings like seatbelt reminders, the automaker said Tuesday.
The recall covers vehicles built between December 2023 and July 2026 at plants in the U.S., Japan, and Thailand. In the U.S., the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said 508,354 model-year 2025–2026 Camry Hybrids are affected.
Only the LE, SE, and Nightshade trims are involved – those use a 7-inch display combination meter that can go blank at startup. The XLE and XSE trims, which have a larger 12.3-inch driver display, are not part of the recall.
The blank screen also deactivates the turn signals, hazard lamps, and certain warning buzzers, including the smart key reminder and both driver and passenger seatbelt chimes. Toyota said the defect means the vehicles may not meet federal safety standards.
"If certain required information is not displayed in the combination meter, if the turn signal/hazard lamps do not function, or if certain warning buzzers do not activate, there can be an increased risk of injury or a crash depending on the specific situation," the company said in a statement.
Toyota Motor North America said it will notify owners and offer a free software update at dealerships. U.S. notification letters start going out Sept. 21, with all expected in the mail by early October.
The recall adds to a busy year for automotive safety actions. A separate Chrysler recall covered nearly 50,000 vehicles this year over a seat belt defect. Toyota's TM stock page carries an Alpha Score of 50, reflecting the mixed signals between strong hybrid sales and recurring quality costs.
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