Light commercial vehicle Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry

Case Number: SR/01583/26
Date of Entry: Based on EU Safety Gate alert, measures effective 13/05/2026.

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1. Recall Summary

Toyota is conducting a recall of certain light commercial vehicles due to a risk of engine failure. The recall affects the Toyota Proace and Proace City models. The issue involves vehicles fitted with a 1.5-litre engine where the water pump pulley may slip. This slippage can cause the timing belt to misalign, leading to engine shutdown and the potential for parts to fall onto the road. The recall was notified by France and applies to vehicles produced between 15 October 2025 and 2 March 2026.

2. Affected Products

– Brand: Toyota
– Product Name: Proace, Proace City
– Category: Motor vehicles (Light commercial vehicle)
– Type/Model Numbers: e2*2007/46*0538*29, e2*2007/46*0686*26, e2*2007/46*0686*27, e2*2007/46*0685*25, e2*2007/46*0538*30
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: 15 October 2025 to 2 March 2026
– Country of Origin: France
– Notifying Country: France
– Company Recall Code: CI26-015

3. Hazard Information

The danger identified in the recall notice is that vehicles fitted with a 1.5-litre engine may suffer engine failure due to water pump pulley slippage. This condition can misalign the timing belt, cause the engine to shut down, and may allow parts to fall onto the road. The recall notice states that this increases the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles. The risk type is listed as “Injuries.”

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice specifies that the measure taken is a “Recall of the product from end users.” Consumers who own an affected Toyota Proace or Proace City vehicle produced within the specified date range should contact their authorised Toyota dealer or service centre to arrange for the necessary inspection and repair. The recall notice does not provide specific instructions beyond contacting the manufacturer or its authorised representatives. Consumers should refer to the official Toyota recall communication or contact Toyota customer service for detailed instructions on how to proceed.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy is a recall of the product from end users. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. The date of entry into force for the measure is 13 May 2026. The specific corrective action (e.g., replacement of the water pump pulley, timing belt inspection, or other repair) is not detailed in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by an authorised Toyota dealer at no cost, as is standard for manufacturer-initiated safety recalls.

6. Contact Information

– Manufacturer: Toyota (France)
– Company Recall Code: CI26-015
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098984
– Case Number: SR/01583/26
– Contact Details: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact their local authorised Toyota dealer or Toyota customer service for France or their respective country of residence. The recall notice does not provide a specific phone number, email address, or website URL for consumer inquiries.

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