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2022–2024 Lexus LX: Air Bags recall

NHTSA campaign 26V180000 · 15K units potentially affected · filed Mar 24, 2026

What's wrong

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Lexus LX vehicles. The front passenger seat may have insufficient clearance between the seat frame and the stopper that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Why it matters

Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat frame assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated between September 17 - October 1, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB03 and 26LA03.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V180000
Manufacturer no.
26LB03 / 26LA03
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER; SEATS
Units affected
15,264
Report received
Mar 24, 2026
Owner letters
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Type
Vehicle

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