Overview
- NHTSA says some 2023–2025 Corolla Cross Hybrids do not make enough noise in reverse, which fails FMVSS 141 that sets minimum outside sound for hybrids and EVs.
- Toyota is recalling 73,528 vehicles and will fix the issue with a free software update at dealerships.
- Owner notification letters are slated to arrive by late May 2026, with May 30 cited in reports, and Toyota’s hotline for questions is 1-800-331-4331.
- The action is listed under recall numbers 26TB08 and 26TA08.
- Reports note only about 1% of the recalled vehicles are likely to have the defect, reflecting a wide recall to protect pedestrians who may not hear quiet vehicles backing up.