The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·24V708000·Announced 2024-09-20

Toyota Corolla Hybrid skid control software may lose power brake assist

Toyota is recalling certain Corolla Hybrid and Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles because a skid control ECU software error may result in a loss of power brake assist when cornering.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: A defect that causes loss of power brake assist and extends stopping distance is a structural vehicle defect, which the rubric places at Severe.

Plain-English summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid and 2023-2025 Corolla Hybrid vehicles under NHTSA campaign number 24V708000. The potential number of units affected is 145,383.

A software error in the skid control electronic control unit may result in a loss of power brake assist when turning a corner. According to NHTSA, a loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will update the skid control ECU software free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024, with further notifications to Corolla Hybrid owners mailed in January.

Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

The recalled product

Product
TOYOTA COROLLA CROSS HYBRID, COROLLA HYBRID
Brand
TOYOTA
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Category
Vehicle — Passenger vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
145,383

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • COROLLA CROSS HYBRID
  • COROLLA HYBRID

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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