2024 Toyota Bz4x problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (3) · Electrical System (3) · Wheels (2)
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Safety recalls (3)
Back Over Prevention:display Function 2025-10-30 · campaign 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System 2025-09-04 · campaign 25V577000 · 94,320 vehicles
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.
Risk: An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-25.
Equipment:other:labels 2024-07-23 · campaign 24V548000 · 33,848 vehicles
Defect: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
Service bulletins (104)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Suspension 2026-08-05 · T-SB-0043-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2023 – 2025 model year bz4x vehicles may exhibit a creaking noise coming from the strut mounting bearing of the front suspension when turning. a new part has been developed to address this condition.
Engine 2026-04-16 · T-TT-0801-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some customers for the above vehicles may have complaint of the following: unable to charge the vehicle using the supplied level 1 or 2 charger. additionally, most will indicate one or more of the leds on the charger will illuminate at the time of no charge. charging at other stations is still poss
Engine 2026-03-06 · T-TT-0801-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some customers for the listed vehicles may have complaint of the following: unable to charge the vehicle using the supplied level 1 or 2 charger. additionally, most will indicate one or more of the leds on the charger will illuminate at the time of no charge. charging at other stations is still poss
Exterior Lighting 2026-01-23 · 26TH01 · Other
toyota is conducting a noncompliance equipment recall involving certain rear combination lamp service parts for toyota bz4x sold from december 2023 to november 2025 in the u.s. approximately 80 service parts are involved in this recall. the subject rear combination lamp service parts were sold in th
Unknown Or Other 2026-01-07 · T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2026 toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Unknown Or Other 2025-11-04 · 25TD03 · Service Campaign
model year 2023-2025 bz4x vehicles have charge ports that use the ccs standard. this program is for lessees and owners of these vehicles to receive 1 complimentary nacs charging adapter per vehicle to enable charging at stations using the nacs standard.
Showing the 6 most recent of 104 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-07-23 · Structure:body“i was driving during heavy rain when i heard and felt a big thump. i wasn't sure what happened as i did not hit anything in the road. i was in my neighborhood driving at low speeds (<30mph). when i got home, i realized my fender liners and lower splash guard of my car were missing. i went back out to retrieve these pieces of my car, and it appe…”
2026-05-29 · Unknown Or Other · 💥 crash“while operating my 2024 toyota bz4x at very low speed on the road , i observed a stationary shipping container directly ahead and applied the brake pedal with maximum force approximately 4 seconds before contact. i held the brake pedal at full pressure continuously. i never touched the accelerator. the vehicle came to what appeared to be a complete…”
2026-05-22 · Unknown Or Other · 💥 crash“the vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic brake-by-wire system failure while operating in one-pedal driving (regeneration boost mode). while decelerating at a low speed behind an 18-wheeler semi-truck, the vehicle failed to continue slowing down. i immediately depressed the physical brake pedal, but the vehicle completely ignored the foot pres…”
2026-05-06 · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:compressor“the car show on the screen a message in regards to the adaptative cruise control malfunction and it’s showing an orange sign light.. another problem it’s in regards the ac.. it’s not working …”
2026-05-05 · Power Train · 9,787 mi“the contact owns a 2024 toyota bz4x. when pressing the accelerator toelerator pedal to go onto the freeway, the vehicle failed to accelerate and suddenly shifted to neutral. the contact would have to press the brake pedal, the contact would immediately shift the vehicle back to drive and continue forward. while continuing to drive, the vehicle acce…”
2026-05-01 · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:compressor“what component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? the hvac system, specifically the electric a/c compressor, has failed. the system produces a loud grinding/buzzing noise and has been diagnosed by authorized toyota dealerships as requiring full compressor replacement. the vehicle is available for ins…”
2025-11-17 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking“i leased a toyota bz4x the parking brake lights and other lights come on and off while i am driving and fob is not touched. i took car in to be service for regular maintenance and was told i had to pay $295 and i am under warranty. i was sold the car brand new and i don't think it is. i keep hearing people talking when the car is powered off. i …”
2025-10-24 · Service Brakes“the vehicle experienced repeated electrical and brake system malfunctions that pose serious safety concerns. on multiple occasions, the brake pedal became stiff and unresponsive while driving, and the parking brake system failed to engage properly. in addition, the ignition system often failed to start, even when the battery and all power indicator…”
2025-10-08 · Wheels“i am writing to formally report ongoing issues with my toyota bz4x that raise serious safety concerns. the vehicle has been inspected twice by authorized toyota service centers, and each time i have been told that no problems were found. however, the following issues continue to persist: 1. inaccurate battery readings: the electric system ap…”
2025-08-22 · Electrical System“the 12 volt battery does not maintain a charge. i have had it replaced twice. i purchased new january 2025; first battery replaced on march 20, 2025; second battery replaced august 13, 2025. i am currently having the same issue with the battery management system which controls temperature and battery usage. after sitting overnight, i drove my car a…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.