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The recall was flagged through the ministry’s Recalls.sa platform, which allows consumers to verify if their vehicles are impacted by searching their vehicle identification number. Owners of the specified Toyota Supra models from certain production years are required to schedule an appointment with their local Toyota dealer. The process will involve replacing the spare tire carrier assembly at no cost to the vehicle owner, according to details released by the ministry.
Toyota, through its Saudi distributor Abdul Latif Jameel, is cooperating fully with the recall campaign, a joint statement from the parties indicated. The defect involves potential weaknesses in the steel chain used to hold the spare tire in place under the vehicle. Similar issues have prompted recalls in other markets, where the supplier identified a water leak at the production facility that affected the welding process for a limited period.
This latest action adds to a series of vehicle recalls managed by the Saudi Ministry of Commerce in coordination with international automakers. In April 2026 the ministry recalled 33,250 Toyota and Lexus models over a rear camera software fault, ArabWheels reported. The platform has proven effective in communicating such safety updates to the public without requiring physical visits to government offices.
In a comparable campaign from 2013, Toyota recalled more than 400,000 vehicles in the kingdom to install brake override systems addressing unintended acceleration risks, according to a Reuters report at the time. That effort was undertaken to ensure customer peace of mind following global concerns with the issue. The Ministry of Commerce continues to monitor product safety across automotive lines.
Vehicle recalls in Saudi Arabia follow specific regulations outlined by the Ministry of Commerce that require manufacturers and distributors to notify the authority within 10 days of initiating a campaign. The rules define defects as any design or manufacturing flaw that could pose risks to users. Owners are advised to act swiftly on recall notices to maintain compliance with safety standards.
