United StatesCertain 2022–2024 Lexus LX vehicles are affected; they can be identified by model and year and may have insufficient clearance between the front passenger seat frame and the stopper that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. The vehicles were recalled because incorrect detection can lead to improper front passenger air bag deployment; dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat frame assembly as necessary free of charge, interim letters were mailed April 27, 2026, and owners may call Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 (recall numbers 26LB03 / 26LA03).
What's being recalled
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."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V180000; Manufacturer campaign 26LB03 / 26LA03
The hazard
Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What to do
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.
The official notice
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