2025 TOYOTA BZ4X
2 recalls — 11 complaints — 5 TSBs — 5/5 safety rating
25V744000 Oct 30, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or di... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
25V577000 Sep 4, 2025
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.
Consequence
An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numb... Read more
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
ENGINE
May 3, 2026
Incident date: Apr 8, 2026
The front drive motor went out
POWER TRAIN
May 3, 2026
Incident date: Apr 8, 2026
A metallic clinking/rattling noise developed from the engine/transmission area while the vehicle was running. The issue was diagnosed as a failed flexplate. The flexplate is a critical component that connects the engine to the transmission. Continued operation with a failed flexplate can lead to fu... Read more
STEERING
Dec 22, 2025
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
While driving the road was wet the vehicle brake failure and the steering wheels stopped completely lost control of the vehicle and keep running over the curb and hit moving vehicle
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Dec 22, 2025
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
whenever driving my vehicle, there is noticible delay/lag when attempting to accelerate. This occurs primarily from when first starting from a compelte stop, but it also noticible in other scenarios. When stopped at a stop sign or traffic light, for example, first accelerating produces a lag and d... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Sep 5, 2025
While the car was in operation a message popped up with flashing red light and said drive unit issue car powering down. It went into neutral. Turns out the inverter and rear drive unit had to be replaced
SUSPENSION
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
toyota bz4x 2025 ran 600 miles ony knocking noise over un road more so from the rear wheels driving 10 MPH
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
toyota bz4x 2025 ran 600 miles ony knocking noise over un road more so from the rear wheels driving 10 MPH
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
Drove car down street and the car wouldn’t accelerate. Had towed to mechanic who found the direct injection high pressure fuel pump snapped off. When removed from vehicle they found broken bolt in cylinder head and the steel fuel line from pump to injector rail leaking fuel.
WHEELS
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
a client states there is a knocking noise over un road more so from the rear wheels driving @ 10 MPH believes more so R/R wheel . they already fix two time , but still more knoking soung, the dealership service can not fix
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
a client states there is a knocking noise over un road more so from the rear wheels driving @ 10 MPH believes more so R/R wheel . they already fix two time , but still more knoking soung, the dealership service can not fix
ENGINE
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
Car has been running great. We ave had the car almost 3 months. My wife drove the car to church. On the way home the car engine started acting up. She pulled over and called me. I went to where she was about 1 mile from home . My son and I got the car started it would not hardly run we got it home. ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2025 TOYOTA BZ4X
2025 Toyota bZ4X SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash — Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 11.6% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy — 2025 TOYOTA BZ4X
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (A1) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 131.0 | 107.0 | 119.0 | Electricity | $650 |
CO2 Emissions: 0.0 g/mile (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2025 TOYOTA BZ4X
5 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 1 |
T-SB-0104-23
Dec 21, 2024
200000 WHEELS
TSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-SB-0004-24
Feb 6, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: 2025 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. During
T-PANT-2024-001-
Feb 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PANT: Toyota is pleased to announce to all field and dealer personnel that we have launched a new part number to the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) Program, effective February 1, 2024. This new H4 Battery will be phased in over tim
TOYOTA BZ4X — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TOYOTA BZ4X across all model years (2023–2025).
9
Total Recalls
75
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
8
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths