Toyota recalls Tacomas that may shed parts onto roadways

Plano, TX – October 13, 2026 – Toyota (NYSE:TM) is recalling 48,280 cars whose external oil reservoirs may detach and create road debris. The debris would up the risk of an accident for other vehicles.

The following models are affected:

  • 2024 – 2025 Toyota Tacoma
  • 2025 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid

Recall summary

Shock absorbers are part of the car’s suspension system that help keep the car stable and minimize any sudden movements when the car hits potholes or bumps. The external oil reservoir helps the absorbers continue working in demanding conditions, such as when going off road.

The oil reservoir in the affected vehicles can corrode and detach from the car due to “moisture intrusion.”

Recall risks

The reservoir may end up on the road where other drivers may crash swerving around it. This scenario increases the risk of an accident for all the motorists on the road.

Other Toyota recalls

In April 2026, Toyota recalled 550,000 Highlander SUVs with unsecured rear seats, as reported.

In February 2026, more than 161,000 Toyota Tundra cars were recalled due to faulty rearview cameras, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will replace the shock absorber assemblies free of charge.

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by September 21, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Toyota oil reservoir recall affects over 48,000 vehicles. To do a Toyota  recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

Aleksandra SnesarevaToyota recalls Tacomas that may shed parts onto roadways

Stellantis issues third Dodge Durango recall for misaligned spoilers

Auburn Hills, MI – October 6, 2026 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Dodge brand, is recalling 74,578 2021-2023 Dodge Durango SUVs because their rear spoilers may detach. The defect could result in an accident and subsequent injuries.

The affected vehicles were recalled in 2021 and 2023 but the repairs proved to be insufficient.

Recall summary  

A spoiler is a piece of plastic trim that sits on top of the liftgate for aesthetic purposes. 

The spoiler in the affected vehicles was not properly aligned with the roof, resulting in damage during liftgate use.

This could cause it to detach from the vehicle while it is in motion.

Recall risks

The spoiler can hit other vehicles on the road or create road debris. Either scenario can result in a serious accident.

Background of the recall

The affected vehicles were recalled in 2021 and then subsequently, 2023 for the same issue, as reported.

In March 2026,  the manufacturer started an investigation after receiving reports of spoilers detaching on the repaired vehicles.

Leading up to the recall, Stellantis received “8 customer assistance records, 116 warranty claims, and 37 other service records.” No accidents or injuries have been reported.

Warning signs

The driver or occupants may hear a “rattle” if the spoiler becomes loose. They may also hear the spoiler hit the body of the car “when opening or closing the liftgate.”

Other Dodge recalls

In September 2026, Stellantis recalled 49,000 Dodge and Alfa Romeo cars with faulty seat belts, as reported.

In June 2026, over 20,000 Dodge Charger and Jeep Wagoner were recalled over blank instrument panels, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will either replace the spoiler or realign it with the liftgate.

Owners were set to receive notifications about the recall by September 11, 2026.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Nearly 75,000 SUVs are affected by this Dodge spoiler issue. To do a Chrysler recall check and see if yours is one of them, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

Aleksandra SnesarevaStellantis issues third Dodge Durango recall for misaligned spoilers