Toyota Toyota Hilux (GUN226R, GUN227R, GUN236R) (2025–2026)

Published 2026-04-07

What the hazard is

A loss of power steering assist whilst driving, could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

What to do

Toyota will contact affected owners in writing, requesting to make an appointment at their preferred Toyota dealer who will inspect and if required rectify the vehicle, free of charge. To find a local dealer visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer or to make an appointment visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/owners/service/online-service-booking For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 7pm AEST / AEDT).

Defect

The operation of the Electronic Power Steering System (EPS) may be impacted due to incorrect fitment of its wire harness during the installation of Toyota Genuine Bull Bar or Nudge Bar with light bar combination. During installation, the EPS wire harness ground connection may have been re-installed incorrectly. This may cause a poor electrical contact, potentially resulting in a sudden loss of power steering assist whilst driving.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

Data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au. autozoo is an independent service. A repair under a recall is free to the owner.