Toyota is recalling 508,354 model-year 2025–2026 Camry Hybrid vehicles in the United States because the 7-inch combination-meter display may remain blank when the vehicle starts. The federal campaign number is 26V511, and Toyota identifies the campaigns as 26TB16 and 26TA16.
The software condition affects more than the screen. Toyota says it may also deactivate the exterior turn signals and hazard lamps, along with warning sounds including the driver and passenger seat-belt reminders and smart-key reminder. Missing safety information or lamps can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
What the record says
Toyota dealers will update the combination-meter software at no charge. Owner-notification letters are expected to begin mailing September 21, 2026, and Toyota says customers should be notified by early October.
Important distinction: this recall applies to certain vehicles, not every 2025 or 2026 Camry. The official filing identifies Camry Hybrids equipped with the affected 7-inch display. Model year, trim name, or appearance alone is not enough to confirm coverage; the VIN lookup is the reliable check.
What dealers and customers should know
What this means for owners: enter the VIN at Toyota's or NHTSA's recall site now. If the vehicle is included, schedule the free update even if the display has worked normally so far. If the display is blank at startup, do not rely on the dashboard or assume the turn signals and hazard lamps are operating; contact Toyota or an authorized dealer for immediate guidance.
What this means for shoppers: run the VIN before accepting delivery of a new or used 2025–2026 Camry Hybrid and ask the seller to document completion of campaign 26TB16 or 26TA16. A free recall remedy is straightforward, but the repair status should be verified rather than promised verbally.
Why it matters
Check the VIN now rather than waiting for a letter. If the display is blank at startup, do not assume the turn signals or hazard lamps are working. Contact a Toyota dealer about campaigns 26TB16 or 26TA16 and the free software update.
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Recall and investigation coverage applies only to vehicles included by VIN or the official campaign record. Affected populations, remedy timing and instructions can change. Check the exact VIN and current manufacturer or NHTSA guidance before sale, delivery or repair.
Cited references
- Toyota USA recall notice — Direct reference; development dated Aug. 25, 2026
- NHTSA VIN recall lookup — campaign 26V511 — Supporting direct reference
- Associated Press report, August 11, 2026 — Supporting direct reference