Toyota Recalls 161,268 U.S. Vehicles Over Faulty Rear-View Camera Displays
Toyota is recalling 161,268 U.S. vehicles after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identified rear-view camera display malfunctions when drivers shift into reverse. The recall addresses federal safety standard compliance for rear visibility systems to prevent impaired sightlines while reversing.
1. Toyota Honors Winter Sports Athletes and Team Ambassadors
Toyota Motor North America has officially recognized its roster of winter sports athletes and team ambassadors ahead of the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The announcement highlights support for 12 athletes across disciplines such as alpine skiing, snowboarding and para ice hockey, each selected based on podium potential and commitments to community outreach. Toyota’s funding includes $2.5 million in training grants, access to state-of-the-art recovery facilities in Colorado Springs and custom mobility vehicles adapted for alpine conditions. The program also features yearly performance bonuses up to $50,000 per athlete for top-three finishes at World Cup events, reinforcing Toyota’s long-term investment in international competition excellence.
2. Glow Up Classic Debut at Super Bowl LX Fuels Girls’ Flag Football
At Super Bowl LX in Las Vegas, Toyota debuted the 'Glow Up Classic,' a showcase event designed to elevate girls’ flag football in partnership with USA Football. Toyota’s season-long commitment includes $3 million in sponsorship funding directed to grassroots leagues in 20 U.S. markets, coaching clinics led by former NFL athletes and scholarships covering equipment and travel expenses for over 150 teams. The initiative aims to grow female participation by 25% over two years, tracking metrics such as registration rates, retention beyond age 14 and media coverage to measure impact on women’s sports development.
3. U.S. Recall of 161,268 Vehicles for Rear-View Camera Display Defect
Toyota has issued a recall affecting 161,268 vehicles in the United States due to a potential malfunction of the rear-view camera display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. Models included span the 2018–2021 Corolla Cross, 2017–2020 RAV4 and select 2019–2021 Highlander SUVs. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report identifies a software defect that can cause intermittently blank screens, compromising rearward visibility. Owners will receive notifications by mail beginning April 15, with free electronic control unit reprogramming at certified dealerships. Toyota estimates the recall will cost approximately $28 million in warranty and service expenses.