The Recall Desk
ModerateNHTSA·26V110000·Announced 2026-02-25

2026 Toyota Corolla front headlights missing aim markings

Toyota is recalling certain 2026 Corolla vehicles due to missing headlight aim markings that can result in improperly aimed headlights, increasing crash risk and glare for oncoming drivers.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is a structural vehicle defect involving a safety component (headlights) and regulatory non-compliance with FMVSS 108. No deaths, serious injuries, or illnesses are reported in the source text, placing it at Moderate severity rather than Severe.

Plain-English summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2026 Corolla vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service. These vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners should contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Toyota's internal recall number is 26TA05.

The recalled product

Product
TOYOTA COROLLA
Brand
TOYOTA
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Category
Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
86

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 (1)

  • COROLLA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · TOYOTA

Same manufacturer · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

See all →

Same hazard · headlight aim

See all →