Toyota 300 Series LandCruiser recalled due to fire risk

Toyota Australia has issued a recall for over 11,000 examples of the popular 300 Series LandCruiser over concerns that a transmission fault may cause a fire while driving.

According to the original recall notice, a Transmission Control Module (TCM) programming issue may cause the transmission to rev faster than intended, leading to a loss of motive power and a transmission fluid leak.

Key details:

• 11,019 vehicles have been affected.
• The affected models were built in 2025.
• A full list of affected vehiles can be found here.

“A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire whilst driving”, the recall states.

“A loss of motive power whilst driving and/or a vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and/or damage to property.”

Toyota will contact affected owners, requesting they make an appointment at a Toyota dealer to rectify the issue free of charge.

For more information, contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366.

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