Toyota is recalling 105,794 Land Cruiser Hybrid SUVs in the United States over a potential fuel leak that could raise the risk of a fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Wednesday.

The recall covers certain 2024 through 2027 model-year Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid vehicles. According to the safety regulator, a fuel tube connection near the fuel tank could disconnect, allowing fuel to leak. If the leaking fuel reaches an ignition source, the risk of fire increases.

The Toyota Land Cruiser recall is the latest in a string of major safety actions across the auto industry this month, and it follows an earlier October announcement in which Toyota said it was pulling back roughly a million vehicles over a separate rearview camera issue.

What NHTSA Says About the Land Cruiser Fire Risk

NHTSA published the recall on October 21, 2026, after Toyota notified the agency of the defect. Reuters reported the action based on the regulator’s filing, noting the precise count of 105,794 affected vehicles.

According to NHTSA, the issue lies in a fuel tube connection located near the vehicle’s fuel tank. The connection could loosen or disconnect entirely while driving. Toyota told the regulator that fuel could continue leaking until the gasoline engine within the hybrid system shuts down.

“The recall is over issues with the fuel tube connection near the fuel tank, which could disconnect and leak fuel, and increase the risk of a fire,” the agency said, according to Reuters. As part of the remedy, dealers will install a supplemental clamp or replace the resin fuel tube free of charge.

Which Vehicles Are Affected

• Make/model: Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid
• Model years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027 (certain vehicles within those years)
• Vehicles affected: 105,794 in the United States
• Defect: Fuel tube connection near the fuel tank may disconnect, causing a fuel leak
• Risk: Fire, if leaking fuel reaches an ignition source

Toyota said not every Land Cruiser Hybrid from those model years is included — only vehicles built within a specified production range. Owners can check whether their specific vehicle is covered by entering their VIN on NHTSA’s recall website or Toyota’s own recall lookup tool.

How the Fix Works — and What It Costs Owners

The repair is straightforward and, crucially for owners, free. According to NHTSA’s filing, authorized Toyota dealers will inspect the fuel tube connection on affected vehicles and take one of two corrective actions:

1. Install a supplemental clamp to keep the fuel tube connection from detaching.
2. Replace the resin fuel tube — and install the supplemental clamp — if the existing part needs it.

All inspections, parts, and labor tied to the recall will be provided at no cost to vehicle owners, the regulator said.

What Land Cruiser Hybrid Owners Should Do Now

If you drive a 2024–2027 Land Cruiser Hybrid, here’s what to do:

Check your VIN. Visit nhtsa.gov/recalls or Toyota’s recall lookup page and enter your 17-digit vehicle identification number. If your vehicle is included, the site will show recall details.

Watch for the notification letter. Toyota will mail formal notification letters to owners of affected vehicles. Don’t ignore it — the letter confirms your vehicle is covered and explains how to schedule the repair.

Be alert for warning signs. NHTSA’s documents describe a potential fuel leak near the tank. If you smell gasoline around your vehicle or notice fuel on the ground where you park, park the vehicle outdoors, away from structures, and contact your Toyota dealer promptly. Never ignore a fuel odor.

Schedule the free repair. Once confirmed, book the fix with any authorized Toyota dealer. The clamp installation is a relatively quick service, and replacements will also be handled at no charge.

A Recall-Heavy October for Toyota

The Land Cruiser action arrives just days after Toyota disclosed a separate, much larger recall affecting roughly one million vehicles in the US over rearview camera software that could fail to display an image — a defect that increases the risk of a crash.

The back-to-back recalls underscore how aggressively NHTSA and automakers are moving on safety issues in 2026. The auto safety regulator has stepped up scrutiny of hybrid and electric vehicle fuel and electrical systems this year, and Toyota — the world’s best-selling automaker — is no exception.

It is also worth noting that this recall affects the reborn Land Cruiser, which returned to the US market for the 2024 model year as a hybrid-only SUV and has been one of Toyota’s strongest-selling new launches. The brand has leaned heavily on hybrid powertrains as buyers shift toward more fuel-efficient vehicles amid elevated gasoline prices.

FAQ: Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid Recall

Q: Is my Toyota Land Cruiser affected by the recall?
A: The recall covers certain 2024–2027 Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid vehicles — 105,794 units in total. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

Q: What causes the fire risk in the recalled Land Cruisers?
A: According to NHTSA, a fuel tube connection near the fuel tank could disconnect, causing fuel to leak. If the leaking fuel reaches an ignition source, it could start a fire.

Q: Will Toyota fix the problem for free?
A: Yes. Dealers will install a supplemental clamp or replace the resin fuel tube at no charge to owners.

Q: Should I stop driving my Land Cruiser Hybrid?
A: NHTSA has not issued a “do not drive” warning. However, if you smell fuel or see leaking gasoline, park the vehicle safely away from buildings and contact your dealer immediately.

Related Reading

• Toyota recalled roughly a million vehicles earlier this month over a rearview camera defect — our earlier coverage of Toyota’s October safety action.

Source: Reuters — “Toyota to recall about 105,800 US vehicles over fire risk, NHTSA says” (October 21, 2026).

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