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The Ministry of Commerce announced on August 24, 2026, that it is recalling 84639 Toyota Camry vehicles manufactured for the 2025 and 2026 model years after identifying a defect in the instrument panel system. The fault may prevent the display of vital vehicle data while disabling turn signals, warning lights and audible alerts tied to the ignition switch and seat belts. Such failures increase the risk of accidents, the ministry stated in its official notice.
Vehicle owners can verify if their Camry is included by entering the vehicle identification number on the Recalls.sa website maintained by Saudi authorities. The ministry directed those with affected vehicles to contact distributor Abdul Latif Jameel at 8004400055 to schedule a no-cost software update. This remedy fully addresses the programming error without expense to the consumer, according to the announcement.
The Saudi campaign aligns with a broader global effort by Toyota to correct the same software flaw in its instrument clusters. Documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that the automaker is recalling more than 508,000 Camry hybrids in the United States equipped with 7-inch combination meters. The issue arises when excessive data writing causes premature deterioration of memory components from a specific supplier.
Toyota’s analysis confirmed that the malfunction can leave the display blank at startup and render exterior turn signals, hazard lights and various warning buzzers inoperable. Dealers in all affected markets will install a software patch to restore complete functionality. Notifications to U.S. owners are set to begin in early October 2026.
The Ministry of Commerce has overseen multiple vehicle recalls in recent years to maintain safety standards across the kingdom’s substantial imported automobile fleet. Earlier actions have targeted electronic control unit faults in parking assist systems for various Toyota and Lexus models along with fuel pump issues in older lines. These initiatives reflect a consistent focus on consumer protection in the automotive sector.
Industry data positions Toyota among the top brands in Saudi Arabia, which underscores the significance of swift action when defects surface. The current recall is confined to Camry sedans unlike some previous campaigns that spanned SUVs and luxury vehicles. Owners noticing any dashboard irregularities should contact the distributor without delay to address potential safety concerns.
