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RECALL 25LA07 (25LB07 Interim Notice) - Engine Recall - UPDATED: DEC 18, 2025
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Using 4 m8 bolt/nyloc nut/washer. At least I think it was m8.
This was my biggest complaint of my third row-equipped 5th gen 4Runner. The third row didn’t get any AC at all. My very young kids (who were the only people even able to fit back there) had no airflow as the vents on the back of the console were weak.
You can get a third row-equipped 550; do those also have no ventilation for the third row?
You can also look at the defender 110 it can be bought with rear HVAC. I was reading they have pretty high reliability ratings.
just watched that!! the debris he found in there was shocking. Even the oil pump gear was grinding metal off the housing!
So for all of our recalled engines, is the likely end point complete engine replacement? I haven't heard any new updates but i was recently getting routine maintenance and even the dealership did not know but suspected that was the plan.
Dunno if real, but someone posted this in the tundra forums...
"Toyota is currently preparing the remedy. When it is available, owners of the subject vehicles will be notified to return their vehicles to a Toyota dealer. Using an inspection software, dealers will evaluate the #1 main bearing and collect available vehicle drive data to confirm the condition of that bearing. If the inspection software cannot confirm that the bearing will be free from abnormal wear due to this condition, dealers will replace the engine. The remedy will be provided free of charge."
Currently looking at a 2024 LX600 w/65k miles to add to my LX570 and GX460 stable.
Had originally considered ordering new LX700h overtrail last year, but the non coverage for imax/700h powertrains under the recall concerns me.
The one I am looking at is a late 2023 build, so I presume it still has the older #1 bearing design. It also is covered under the newer recall campaign (‘we check via SW before replacing anything’).
I am considering going down the used purchase route- is the SW process for the dealership to check for debris already in place? For those that are familiar, how long does it take? Is it a simple plug into Techstream/GTS? Can I request the dealer to do this diagnosis prior to purchase? If it is more involved I would guess they would not be inclined to do.
If it checks out fine, I purchase and it does fail down the road , I’m assuming the mileage no longer matters for a recall replacement?? Buying secondhand, the typical LX parking lot queen owners are doing the 10k oil change - which give me pause on a FI motor. But if getting a new long block is inevitable, that could maybe seen as a plus- aside from not have the car for a period of time.
I would seriously consider getting another LC200, but they have been so hard to come by.
Thoughts?
Had originally considered ordering new LX700h overtrail last year, but the non coverage for imax/700h powertrains under the recall concerns me.
The one I am looking at is a late 2023 build, so I presume it still has the older #1 bearing design. It also is covered under the newer recall campaign (‘we check via SW before replacing anything’).
I am considering going down the used purchase route- is the SW process for the dealership to check for debris already in place? For those that are familiar, how long does it take? Is it a simple plug into Techstream/GTS? Can I request the dealer to do this diagnosis prior to purchase? If it is more involved I would guess they would not be inclined to do.
If it checks out fine, I purchase and it does fail down the road , I’m assuming the mileage no longer matters for a recall replacement?? Buying secondhand, the typical LX parking lot queen owners are doing the 10k oil change - which give me pause on a FI motor. But if getting a new long block is inevitable, that could maybe seen as a plus- aside from not have the car for a period of time.
I would seriously consider getting another LC200, but they have been so hard to come by.
Thoughts?
1. Is this a pavement only purchase? If this is the case this is a reasonable strategy particularly if you feel the price for a used 65k miles is good.
2. I’m not sure if the latest news regarding Toyota running a diagnostic test to see if the engine qualifies for the replacement would apply to this specific vehicle/vin. If so, that completely changes the reasoning.
3. I currently own a 22 tundra non hybrid. It’s my overland vehicle and has been ran hard. I proactively did the engine swap at 45k miles. Original and new engine has had no problems. I had a trd pro sequoia for a year. The hybrid upgrade was huge and my only regret with my tundra is that it doesn’t have the hybrid. I also had a 24 lx 600 fsport. I loved it but upgraded just recently to the 700 OT. It will split DD duties with my tundra and will also be moderately converted to an overlander. The hybrid and triple lockers make it absolutely worth it and and I am so happy I made the change.
4. If you plan on taking it on the trail…. I’d splurge for the OT and just add the 125k miles warranty for piece of mind. (125k miles new would be like driving the used 65k mile LX you are considering to almost 200k miles.). I don’t lose any sleep over the engine issue…. Not even sure we’ve seen any confirmed cases in the recent years 600/700. I also truly believe that if anything happens to my 700 related to the engine issues Lexus is going to be good to work with.
I just put 34” ko3’s on… waiting for my dissent roof rack to arrive. Anxiously waiting for slee sliders to become available. And drove my OT to dirt the first weekend I had it. Pure joy.
I don’t know, technically it’s a recall for safety issues and the recall has nothing to do with warranty status. The recall can be performed at any point. The question is can the recall be amended due to Toyota now saying they can run a diagnostic to see if it’s an affected engine.
Thats my take. They will say “recall done” if it checks out.
Probably will be a pavement only purchase. Have the other LX and GX as off-road rigs. Though this one does have AHC.
The vin is listed as being covered by the newer recall- based on SW verification. Not the initial every engine will be replaced program.
Does anyone actually believe in the effectiveness of this software diagnostic?
In providing ‘clinical’ facts about certain diagnostics… yes. In actually predicting engine failure… no. Even as a huge Toyota fan, that’s a tough sell.
Exactly.
Surprised the NHTSA even went for it but I guess GM had already set the precedent with their 6.2s - "No check engine light? Ok, you're good!!"
As a huge Toyota fan myself, it's disappointing.
So, instead of buying a brand new 700H OT (or any other regular 700H), you are contemplating buying a used 65k miles (crazy miles for a 2/3 year vehicle btw) that you are certain is under the recall and might have the bearing issue? Unless the LX600 is priced as a Camry and/or you do not want/have the means to order the 700H, this does not sound like a smart move in my book.
Since you said you are not off-roading it, I am not even going to mention the tremendous leap of capability the OT is when compared to the 200, but even for a pavement princess, I would just look for a very lightly used 700H in any other trims, before going the used 600 route.
Big caveat to all this. If you need a 3 row or values cargo space, just order a 2row OT or a brand new 600 then. Any brand-new LX you order will be covered by a 6-year power train warranty anyway - recall or not.
Yet I’m not convinced that Toyota/Lexus still won’t do the right thing when engine failures happen…. But just for how long.