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Toyota Motor Korea Co., Ltd. Lexus RZ450e — recall

Automotive · South Korea · 2025-10-23

Lexus RZ450e air conditioning system software error causes excessive safety mode control

Country	South Korea
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-10-23
Manufacturer	Toyota Motor Korea Co., Ltd.
Models affected	Lexus RZ450e
Units affected	143
Defect	A recall due to a software error in the air conditioning system. If a specific fault code is detected, an excessive safety mode control that stops the heater is activated, which can degrade the performance of the defrosting device. Consequently, frost/fog (condensation) on the front windshield may not be sufficiently removed, making it difficult for the driver to secure visibility, and in the worst case, there is a risk of an accident.
Component	Other heating/cooling system components
Remedy	Update the air conditioning system software for affected vehicles.
Recall number	K5878
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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