Toyota Tundra LCD Display Goes Blank

On 2023-03-07 09:38:35

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing will be contacting the owners of certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles due to a software error in the electronic control unit (ECU). The error can cause the instrument panel LCD display to go blank, which fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Control and Displays. This recall comes after several reports from dealers and field incidents where the 12.3-inch full-TFT monitor-equipped Tundra vehicles intermittently would go blank.

 

Owners receiving notices will be asked to return to their Toyota dealer to have the ECU software updated. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA02 and the NHTSA campaign number is 23V-111.

 

If you suspect that your Toyota Tundra or Tundra Hybrid truck is a lemon due to this recall or any other issues, you may be entitled to a refund, replacement, or compensation under the lemon law. The lemon law is a law that provides legal protection to consumers who purchase defective products, including cars. Each state has its own lemon law, and the law's provisions vary, but they typically require manufacturers to either replace or repurchase defective vehicles.

 

To benefit from the lemon law, you must first give the manufacturer a reasonable number of attempts to fix the issue. If the manufacturer fails to fix the issue, you should notify them in writing and give them a final opportunity to fix the problem. If the problem persists, you should consult with an attorney who specializes in lemon law to determine your legal options.

 

In conclusion, if you own a 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra or Tundra Hybrid truck, it is essential to check if your vehicle is affected by the recall due to a software error in the combination meter's electronic control unit. Toyota will notify you by mail if your vehicle is affected. If you think your Toyota Tundra or Tundra Hybrid truck is a lemon due to this recall or any other issues, you may be entitled to a refund, replacement, or compensation under the lemon law. It is crucial to follow the lemon law's requirements to benefit from its legal protections.