Over 2 million UK vehicles have outstanding manufacturer recalls

UK Vehicle Recall Check

Toyota Recall Check: DVSA + SMMT Combined

Toyota is the world's largest car manufacturer and a top-tier UK seller, with millions of Yaris, Corollas, RAV4s and Hiluxes on UK roads. Enter any UK registration to see whether an outstanding manufacturer recall is on file.

  • · Just enter the UK number plate — no VIN, no account needed
  • · Official DVSA + SMMT data, combined for maximum coverage
  • · Recall description included where available
  • · £1.99 per check · No subscription · Results in seconds

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What our Toyota recall check covers

Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.

DVSA database

The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.

SMMT manufacturer feed

Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.

DVLA recall archive

Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.

Search the full DVLA recall archive →

Why check a Toyota for recalls?

Toyota has a strong reputation for reliability, but it has also issued large UK safety recalls over the past decade — including the global Takata airbag programme that affected millions of Toyotas, plus a high-profile bZ4X wheel-hub-bolt campaign that briefly paused deliveries of the brand's first dedicated EV. Toyota repairs every safety recall free of charge, but because Toyotas are kept for a long time and often change keepers, recall letters can miss the current owner. A 30-second check confirms whether anything needs booking in at a Toyota Centre.

Toyota recall check by model

Looking for the recall history of a specific Toyota? Each model page covers known UK safety campaigns, generation coverage and model-specific FAQs. The combined DVSA + SMMT check is the same on every page.

Top Toyota models we cover

Recall data is available for every UK-registered Toyota, including the Aygo, Aygo X, Yaris, Yaris Cross, Corolla, Corolla Cross, C-HR, RAV4, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Hilux, Prius, Camry, GR86, GR Yaris, GR Supra, Mirai, bZ4X, Proace and Proace City. Enter any UK registration above to check.

Notable Toyota recalls

A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.

  1. 2022 · bZ4X

    Wheel-hub bolt torque defect on the brand's first dedicated EV: in rare cases the bolts could loosen and a wheel could detach. Deliveries paused while the recall fix was developed.

  2. 2020 · Prius, Prius+, CH-R

    Hybrid system inverter software defect that could, under specific fault conditions, cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode and lose drive power.

  3. 2019 · Corolla, Yaris, RAV4, Hilux, Auris, Avensis

    Ongoing Takata airbag inflator replacement programme — one of the largest recall campaigns in automotive history, affecting many Toyota model years across the UK fleet.

Toyota recall history from the DVLA archive

The full list of DVLA-recorded Toyota safety recalls. Showing the most recent 20 of the archive — run a check on a specific registration to see whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Feb 2026Proace MaxPotential defect on fuel return pipes on certain Toyota Proace Max
Feb 2026SUPRARWT (reinforced water tightness) starter on Toyota 4-cylinder GR Supra
Feb 2026PROACEPotential defect of fuel supply rail on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Feb 2026PROACE CITYPotential defect of fuel supply rail on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Jan 2026Proace City Verso EVIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Jan 2026PROACE EVIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Jan 2026PROACE CITY EVIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Jan 2026PROACE CITYIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Jan 2026PROACEIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Jan 2026Proace Verso EVIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
Dec 2025C-HRParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
Dec 2025LANDCRUISERParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
Dec 2025HiluxWheel hub and nut loose on Hilux
Dec 2025YARIS CROSSParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
Dec 2025MIRAIParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
Dec 2025RAV4Parking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
Dec 2025HIGHLANDERParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
Dec 2025bZ4XParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
Nov 2025COROLLACombination Meter Reprogramming on Multiple Models
Nov 2025Corolla CrossCombination Meter Reprogramming on Multiple Models

See all Toyota recalls in the archive →

What you get

Every Toyota check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.

Action required

Outstanding recall on this vehicle

1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.

Vehicle

AB21ABC

Toyota Aygo

VIN ABCDE123456F78910

Recall details

  • AIRBAG REPLACEMENT

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

No recall outstanding

No outstanding recalls for this vehicle

Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.

Vehicle

CD22XYZ

Toyota Aygo

VIN ZYXWV987654U32109

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

How it works

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Frequently asked questions

How does the RecallClear Toyota recall check work?+

Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Toyota vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.

What is the difference between DVSA and SMMT recall data?+

DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.

How recent is the recall data?+

Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.

What happens if the recall status is "Unknown"?+

Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.

What should I do if a recall is outstanding?+

Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.

Do I need an account to run a check?+

No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.

Does this cover Toyota commercial vehicles like the Hilux, Proace and Proace City?+

Yes. Hilux, Proace, Proace City and Proace Verso are all UK-registered Toyotas and are covered by the same DVSA + SMMT combined check.

Are Lexus models covered here?+

No. Lexus is Toyota's premium sister brand but has its own dedicated recall check. Use the Lexus page for any UK-registered Lexus — recall data is brand- and VIN-specific.

My older Toyota had a Takata airbag fitted years ago. Will it still show?+

Only if it is still outstanding for the VIN. Once a Toyota Centre has logged the airbag-inflator replacement against the VIN, the recall is marked completed and will no longer appear as outstanding.

Other Toyota Motor Corporation brands

Toyota is part of Toyota Motor Corporation. Recall checks for these sister brands are available too.

Prefer to check directly with the manufacturer?

Toyota maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.

Open the official Toyota recall portal →