Toyota recalls 1,845 Land Cruiser 300 units

A nationwide vehicle recall just pulled 1,845 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 SUVs into safety checks after a fuel system glitch raised risks of stalled engines or leaking petrol.

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 safety recall
  • Toyota South Africa Motors flagged 1,845 Land Cruiser 300 SUVs.
  • Affected vehicles were sold from January 2025 through January 2026.
  • The problem traces back to a high-pressure fuel pump piece.
  • Toyota says local crashes or leaks have not surfaced.
Fuel system defect details
  • Engineers found a manufacturing deviation in pump parts.
  • A fault could weaken engine output during driving.
  • Another risk involves sudden engine shutdown.
  • Extreme cases might spill petrol from the system.
What owners must do next
  • Toyota South Africa Motors will contact registered vehicle owners.
  • Drivers can check VIN through the Toyota website tool.
  • Owners may phone dealerships with registration details.
  • Customer Care hotline offers recall assistance.
Repair process at dealerships
  • Toyota dealerships will inspect affected Land Cruiser 300 units.
  • Mechanics swap the faulty fuel pump component if needed.
  • Fix normally wraps up within a single day.
  • Repairs cost nothing for vehicle owners.
Regulatory oversight and compliance
  • Recall follows the National Road Traffic Act safety rules.
  • The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications is coordinating oversight.
  • Toyota states the recall aligns with industry safety protocols.
  • Authorities monitor progress as vehicles get repaired.
Context around vehicle recalls
  • Automotive brands routinely issue safety recalls worldwide.
  • Toyota has handled earlier South Africa recalls.
  • Past fixes involved airbags, braking systems, and pumps.
  • Land Cruiser 300 remains a high-demand SUV.
 

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