[Recalled] RAV4, HIGHLANDER, LAND CRUISER PRADO (Toyota), RX350, RX450H (Lexus) — Due to defective material used, moisture can enter the heating element of the w… | EU Safety Gate 2020-02-21

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: Due to defective material used, moisture can enter the heating element of the washer jets. This can result in a short circuit and consequent overheating, increasing the risk of the vehicle catching fire.

This Serious risk recall concerns Motor vehicles products distributed in Germany and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).

Read the full official notice →

Related recalls from Lexus, Toyota

• Land Cruiser, Mirai, Prius, RAV4, ES, LBX, UX, BZ4X, Highlander, LC, LM, NX, RX, RZ — Serious risk
• bZ4X, RZ300e, RZ450e — Serious risk
• LBX, LM350h, C-HR, Corolla, Corolla Cross, GR Yaris, Highlander, RAV4, Yaris, Yaris Cross — Serious risk
• AURIS TMUK, C-HR TMMT, COROLLA TMUK, NX200, RX300 — Serious risk
• Corolla, Yaris, Highlander, RAV4, UX200, UX300e — Serious risk
• NX300h, RX450h, Prius — Serious risk

This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.