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2021
Toyota hybrid Corolla and Levin recall announced in China
Tianjin FAW Toyota Motor Co. and GAC Toyota Motor Co. filed a recall plan covering more than 220,000 Corolla Hybrid and Levin Hybrid vehicles, with the recall scheduled to begin on August 2, 2021. The notice says an incomplete brake-control computer program can prevent the brake lights from illuminating during light braking in some speed ranges, creating a rear-end collision hazard in extreme cases.
2021
Toyota recalls vehicles for safety defects
Toyota announced recalls covering 238,540 vehicles. The disclosed defects included adaptive-cruise braking-control software that could cause brake lights not to illuminate in some conditions, and an idle-stop/battery issue that could prevent an engine from restarting. Toyota said it would provide free software upgrades and, for affected vehicles with battery deterioration, replacement batteries.
2021
Toyota companies announce recalls covering Corolla, Levin and Alphard vehicles
Toyota-affiliated companies announced plans to recall 238,540 vehicles in China. The planned recalls cover certain Corolla and Levin hybrid vehicles from August 2, 2021, and certain imported Alphard vehicles from September 30, 2021. The report cites potential safety hazards involving braking-light behavior and, for Alphard vehicles, battery deterioration and possible engine restart failure; planned corrective measures include software upgrades and, for Alphard, inspection or replacement of affected batteries.
2021
Toyota Australia announces HiLux vehicle recall
Toyota Australia announced a recall involving 60 HiLux vehicles because their second-stage compliance labels display incorrect Gross Vehicle Mass information. It said it would replace the labels free of charge.
2021
Toyota releases updated AQUA hybrid
Toyota released a new version of its AQUA hybrid vehicle in Japan, with eight versions and prices ranging from 1.98 million to 2.598 million yen.
2021
Toyota withdraws Tokyo Olympics advertisements in Japan
Toyota decided not to air its Tokyo Olympics advertisements in Japan. During a briefing on 19 July, its chief communications officer reportedly said the event had not gained public understanding. Toyota said it would continue supporting the Games through its electric-vehicle fleet.
2021
Toyota announces the all-new Aqua
Toyota announced the all-new Aqua hybrid model, stating that it would launch on July 19, 2021.
2021
Toyota withdrew Tokyo Olympics-related TV advertising
Toyota announced on July 19 that it would not run television advertising related to the Tokyo Olympics, amid disagreements and communication problems surrounding the Games.
2021
Toyota withdraws Olympics-related TV commercials
Toyota said it would not run television commercials related to the Tokyo Games.
2021
Toyota acquires Carmera
Toyota announced that it had acquired U.S. autonomous-vehicle mapping and data provider Carmera. The purchase price was not disclosed.
2021
Toyota Australia launches Breaking Point campaign
Toyota Australia launched the integrated “Breaking Point” campaign, featuring Paralympian Ryley Batt and Toyota’s work with him to modify elements of his wheelchair.
2021
Toyota unveils Busboy household robot
Toyota publicly unveiled Busboy, a robot designed to perform household tasks, including handling a glass and cleaning surfaces.
2021
Toyota reiterates its position on political donations amid backlash
After criticism over donations to Republican lawmakers who voted to block election certification, Toyota reiterated its position and declined to address what the article described as problems with its statement. A spokesperson said Toyota had no revised statement in response to backlash and boycott calls.
2021
Toyota unveils household-task robot
Toyota unveiled a robot designed to handle domestic chores such as clearing tables and wiping countertops. A demonstration video showed it picking up a glass, wiping a table and placing cups in a sink.
2021
Toyota expands Toyota Parts Connect product range
Toyota said its Toyota Parts Connect programme now includes car-care essentials, engine oil, tyres and batteries, in addition to existing parts categories.
2021
Toyota launches Door Delivery spare-parts service in India
Toyota introduced its Door Delivery service in India, allowing customers to order genuine spare parts online for dealership pickup or home delivery. The service was available in 12 cities, with expansion across India planned by the end of 2021.
2021
Toyota-related companies file vehicle recall plans over fuel-pump defects
Tianjin FAW Toyota Motor Co., GAC Toyota Motor Co., and Toyota Motor (China) Investment Co. filed recall plans with China's market regulator. A manufacturing deviation in high-pressure fuel pumps may cause abnormal wear, fuel leakage, and, in extreme cases, increased fire risk.
2021
Toyota Motor North America unveils a next-generation multimedia system
Toyota Motor North America unveiled a new multimedia system. The system is planned to debut in the Lexus NX in the fourth quarter of 2021, with a Toyota multimedia system also planned to debut that quarter.
2021
Toyota unveils the new Land Cruiser
Toyota made the new Land Cruiser's global debut in Dubai. The article describes a new platform, engines and transmission, and reports that the vehicle is 200 kilograms lighter than its predecessor.
2021
Toyota debuts new Land Cruiser
Toyota debuted the new LC300 Land Cruiser, replacing the LC200-series model. The article says the new model was expected to reach various non-U.S. markets later in 2021.