Recalls for Nissan, Toyota and Lexus Vehicles

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) informs consumers of the product recall of certain Nissan Qashqai Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) models, Toyota Land Cruiser 300, and Lexus LX600 Vehicles, as notified by the respective suppliers. The affected vehicles were made available for sale through authorised Nissan and Toyota dealerships nationwide.

Nissan Qashqai Vehicles

Nissan is recalling three hundred and fourteen (314) units. This recall forms part of the recall announced on 23 October 2025 where Nissan recalled one thousand six hundred and eighty-eight (1688) vehicles.

According to Nissan, there is potential for movement of the fuel pipe within its retaining clip in the engine bay when the engine is in operation. This movement may lead to wear on the fuel pipe. It is possible for wear to cause a perforation in the fuel pipe, resulting in a potential fuel leak. Nissan has further advised the NCC that a new repair has been introduced as the final solution, complementing the temporary repair implemented during the previous recall campaign. The affected vehicles were made available between 4 May 2021 and 17 September 2024.

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 and Lexus LX600 Vehicles

Toyota informed the NCC that it is recalling certain five hundred and seven (507) Toyota Land Cruiser 300 vehicles. On the other hand, Lexus SA Motors Pty (Ltd) is recalling one hundred and twenty-four (124) Lexus LX600 vehicles. Land Cruiser vehicles were sold from 13 December 2022 to 07 May 2024 while Lexus vehicles were made available for sale from 15 December 2022 to 07 May 2024 and were exported to Botswana and Namibia.

According to Toyota, both Lexus and Land Cruiser vehicles are equipped with a V35A engine that contains crankshaft main bearings, which allow the crankshaft to rotate within the engine while it is running. During a specific production period, engine machining debris may not have been completely removed during manufacturing, resulting in contamination of the engine assembly. If the machining debris adheres to the main bearings and the engine continues to operate under higher loads over time, the bearings may fail. This may result in engine knocking, rough engine operation, difficulty starting the engine, or an engine stall. An engine stall while driving may lead to a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of an accident, when driving at higher speeds.

Consumers who own the affected vehicles are urged to visit their nearest authorised Nissan or Toyota dealership for an inspection and the necessary repairs, which will be carried out at no cost.

Questions and queries relating to this recall may be directed to: ProductRecall@thencc.org.za.