Toyota just RECALLED the new Grand Highlander and Lexus TX...

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  • Опубліковано 10 гру 2024
  • #Toyota #Lexus #grandhighlander #lexustx #tmmi
    The new large #crossover with three rows for Toyota, the #toyotagrandhighlander has just been recalled for safety reasons. The Lexus TX is also affected. Here's the full scoop.
    Toyota is conducting a noncompliance safety recall involving certain model year 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander and Lexus TX vehicles. Approximately, 145,000 vehicles are involved in this recall in the U.S.
    The curtain shield airbag on the driver’s side may not deploy as intended during certain crashes if the driver’s window is rolled down. If this occurs, the vehicles may not meet a federal safety standard, increasing the risk of injury during certain crashes.
    Toyota is currently developing a remedy for this issue.
    Customers will be notified about this issue by the middle of August 2024.
    Information about automotive recalls, including but not limited to the list of involved vehicles, is current as of today’s filing date and is subject to change thereafter. To see if your vehicle is involved in a safety recall visit Toyota.com/recall or nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or license plate information.
    For any additional questions, Toyota customer support is also available by calling the Toyota Brand Engagement Center (1-800-331-4331) for Toyota vehicles. Customer support is also available by calling the Lexus Brand Engagement Center (1-800-255-3987) for Lexus vehicles.
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  • @KirkKreifels
    @KirkKreifels  5 місяців тому +45

    I may have not interpreted "non compliance" recall properly in the video. It may mean that Toyota's safety with the GHL/TX wasn't in line with the law. If you understand recalls or this situation better than I, PLEASE comment below.

    • @rishinarang9966
      @rishinarang9966 5 місяців тому +7

      my parents just bought a grand highlander...what the fk

    • @chibbyylol
      @chibbyylol 5 місяців тому +7

      @@rishinarang9966 Sucks to hear. Hopefully they're doing what they should be doing anyways...avoid accidents if possible lol

    • @rishinarang9966
      @rishinarang9966 5 місяців тому +3

      @@chibbyylol yeah its just ridiculous...not at all what you buy a Toyota for

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 5 місяців тому +11

      ​@@rishinarang9966Weren't they aware that Toyota has had recalls in the past? Thought it was fairly common knowledge. Which brand of car were they going to buy that isn't at risk of a recall?

    • @cs.soaring.5280
      @cs.soaring.5280 5 місяців тому +4

      Toyota was so good but now…

  • @THEVWAUDIELECTRICGUY
    @THEVWAUDIELECTRICGUY 5 місяців тому +65

    That would be CORRECT NO sales can happen until all inventory is Solved and fixed

  • @alwaysiyi272
    @alwaysiyi272 5 місяців тому +225

    I don’t get why people get so upset about recalls isn’t it better that the manufacturer found a problem admits it and fixes it, rather than just letting it sit?

    • @ClonewarswarsClone
      @ClonewarswarsClone 5 місяців тому +64

      Because that indicates that quality is going down. Plus these companies aren’t really doing it because they want to do right by people, They only want to do it so they can look good. i’m pretty sure this crash was out for like six months and then they recalled it.

    • @anthonyr5869
      @anthonyr5869 5 місяців тому +34

      Because Toyota is losing quality control in its factory’s

    • @OM_42
      @OM_42 5 місяців тому +51

      This is what happens when you build your vehicles in the USA they should have kept them in Japan

    • @blackgold754
      @blackgold754 5 місяців тому +3

      You want your moneys worth and not everybody will have time to showcase their car for vehicles. Especially average people won’t be aware of vehicle recalls and if examples like faulty airbags fail to deploy when these average people get to crash, then that is bad because Toyota failed to make their car safe like they advertised.

    • @theposhaquarianyb8899
      @theposhaquarianyb8899 5 місяців тому +20

      Really well said! I just bought a Grand Highlander myself, Im not freaking out about the recall. I appreciate Toyota for making this recall to fix tge problem and not just sweeping it under the rug. As to Toyota's quality being down? I see it with many car brand quality being down! The cost of materials rising and the quality we get with what we paid for being down across the board. Its not just Toyota!

  • @thomas735
    @thomas735 5 місяців тому +97

    Move production back
    To Japan or to Canada. Problem solved.

    • @DJG37S
      @DJG37S 5 місяців тому +9

      It's not about moving production back to Japan. Japan along with many other brands that were once considered super reliable in the past has been cutting corners the past 10 years to keep the cost of cars down, at the sacrifice of reliability. Go youtube search "the car care nut" who will go into details on how much Toyota's reliability has changed over the past 20 years. They went from making tanks at an affordable cost to now putting in so much plastic to save cost and keep the cost down. Example, Toyota used to put aluminum valve covers on all their cars even the cheap corolla's back in the day's and now they put crappy plastic valve covers, in a place where it generates a lot of heat.
      Now am I saying Toyota is the only company? Nope Honda, Subaru, Nissan and a lot of car manufacturers are doing this and this is causing more recalls and reliability issues more then ever. Toyota needs to go back to making tank like cars and over building them, even if the cost goes up, instead of going the cheap route.

    • @thomas735
      @thomas735 5 місяців тому +10

      @@DJG37S I am subscribed to the car care nut already. He’s a pretty smart guy with a lot of insights.
      With that said, it’s pretty obvious that people who buy Japanese made Toyotas are happier and have less problems. Most mechanics and a lot of UA-cam mechanics (Scotty Kilmer) will attest to that. They also move a lot faster to fix problems when they occur.

    • @calebsanders4353
      @calebsanders4353 5 місяців тому +2

      There’s a lot people employed in North America by Toyota. I guess you’re ok with all those people loosing their jobs?

    • @thomas735
      @thomas735 5 місяців тому +11

      @@calebsanders4353 if they can’t build a quality product, that’s on them! It’s not a charity, it’s business. They will all lose their jobs anyways if they keep having problems like what happened with the tundra.

    • @Mr.President.2028
      @Mr.President.2028 5 місяців тому +8

      @@DJG37S CCN said that even plastic made in Japan felt better

  • @KuyaArbee
    @KuyaArbee 5 місяців тому +72

    Recalls are better than waiting for deaths to happen…. Talking about ya know the USA 🇺🇸 makers…… never taking blame

    • @mrgurulittle7000
      @mrgurulittle7000 5 місяців тому +9

      Or Hyundai. How many cars got stolen and burned to the ground before Hyundai surrendered the war against the government for issuing a recall? Nobody was killed in any of these Toyota issues yet. People gotta chill.

    • @tacobaja5502
      @tacobaja5502 5 місяців тому +3

      Yea Ford won’t do a recall until they get sued big.

    • @col250
      @col250 5 місяців тому +4

      ​@@mrgurulittle7000 people in this comment section is a like over dramatic and crazy ex wife who is acting nuts. People these days post so much misinformation it's no longer funny.

    • @mrgurulittle7000
      @mrgurulittle7000 5 місяців тому +5

      @@col250Misinformation for sure. People always recite the typical anti-Toyota lines for example: “Toyota is 200 billion in debt”, “Toyota quality is down with V6 turbo issues”, “blah blah blah”. All are paid ex wives by Hyundai.😂😂

    • @mingbean78
      @mingbean78 5 місяців тому +5

      Exactly. It is a voluntary recall. Toyota didn't have to do it, but did. They knew they would take a hit for this, but they care more about their customers than protecting their reputation.

  • @abrahansoto7437
    @abrahansoto7437 5 місяців тому +15

    Hey Kirk just wanted to say I appreciate your input and channel. I like you the most out of any other "auto journalist" because even though you have to walk on eggshells you don't play dumb or copy what every other "auto journalist" says. Much respect.

  • @ouchthereson3846
    @ouchthereson3846 5 місяців тому +11

    Hey there Kirk I work for Vuteq IN. We supply and manufacture parts to both East and West plant at TMMI (including the manufactured headliners in question). We are an on and off site supplier with some of our lines being located inside Toyota and just right down the road. As of now our west plant employees are still able to work by coming in and cleaning and also moving the production lines around inside the plant.if you have any questions feel free to reach out.

  • @321oneandonly
    @321oneandonly 5 місяців тому +4

    I am so glad that I got the 24 Honda Pilot. I cross shopped these vehicles and the engine was so much smoother in the Pilot. I am a life-long Toyota/Lexus buyer.

  • @Johnny_Bee
    @Johnny_Bee 5 місяців тому +13

    Saw your video last night, I hope they find a good solution.

  • @blackwatch7151
    @blackwatch7151 5 місяців тому +40

    Until we can fix this please drive in reverse only - Toyota

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  5 місяців тому +14

      Please drive in the front passenger seat only.

    • @pkdude5334
      @pkdude5334 5 місяців тому +6

      ​@@KirkKreifelsmail carriers rejoice

  • @bradleyscarreviews
    @bradleyscarreviews 5 місяців тому +16

    If this was Hyundai/Kia…boy would the comment section look different.

    • @9aryelle
      @9aryelle 5 місяців тому

      I came to say the same thing

  • @ExpeditionNomadicAdventures
    @ExpeditionNomadicAdventures 5 місяців тому +10

    I’ve always loved the new car recommendations, “Wait five or seven years before buying to allow the bugs to be worked out.”

    • @justahumbledude
      @justahumbledude 5 місяців тому +1

      Basically near the end of the current cycle. It's why I got the 24 Camry and 24 RAV4.

  • @baldheadlogic
    @baldheadlogic 5 місяців тому +4

    Kirk…Thank you for keeping us informed. Much appreciated.

  • @ibiro868
    @ibiro868 5 місяців тому +6

    My dad still drives his 93 Corolla. Mom 05 Sienna. Both 1 owner. I’m starting to think their vehicles will outlive them.

  • @SammyZChannel
    @SammyZChannel 5 місяців тому +11

    We just put all TX models at Scanlon Lexus near you on a STOP SALE status until we can fix this issue first.

    • @Painfulwhale360
      @Painfulwhale360 5 місяців тому

      That’s sucks because I bet they were selling like hot cakes. The grand Highlander and TX are very sharp looking vehicles.

  • @CPBOXFIXR
    @CPBOXFIXR 5 місяців тому +4

    You are correct, stop sale is put on any Vin that has such a recall.

  • @jonkrispeterson6678
    @jonkrispeterson6678 5 місяців тому +7

    Pretty sure there weren’t side curtain airbags in my 2004 Sienna, and very sure there weren’t side airbags on my 91 Previa. I was in an offset crash at highway speeds and walked away.

  • @hungchau7064
    @hungchau7064 5 місяців тому +12

    The problems with Toyota and Lexus are:
    - Too many similar models with the same function
    - Priced too high to be consider "affordable"
    - Crown line-up priced almost the same as Lexus
    - Certain dealers "market adjusted" pricing still hurt clients.
    - Rushing products that have lots of issues and build quality going down.

  • @johnnygraphicx673
    @johnnygraphicx673 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for this update! I saw yesterday's video too. What a mess. Please keep the updates coming! High-5 to you!

  • @cjb8764
    @cjb8764 5 місяців тому +12

    This voluntary recall is to avoid class action lawsuit. Smart move.

  • @regmatt
    @regmatt 5 місяців тому +28

    looks like it’s just keeps on coming like the Boeing

    • @floggyWM1
      @floggyWM1 5 місяців тому +11

      at this point, every model introduced after 2022 will most likely have a problem. Way too many new cars with new engines and technology that Toyota are not good at.

    • @might_e
      @might_e 5 місяців тому +6

      lol boeing will just ship more planes missing half the bolts and rivets and then at any losses, atleast toyota's recalling and actually repairing these

    • @LuisUrbieta
      @LuisUrbieta 5 місяців тому +1

      When are these brands going to make a car that's {1) reliable & (2) safe & not brake & (3) inmune to not having issues "PERFECT"?​@@floggyWM1

    • @hhpaviation8106
      @hhpaviation8106 5 місяців тому +3

      Even a Chinese vehicle is far more durable and reliable than a Toyota now

  • @josephboot1
    @josephboot1 5 місяців тому +2

    As of June 19, 2024, there have been several notable automotive recalls announced by major manufacturers. Here are some of the most recent ones:
    Stellantis Recall: Stellantis has recalled over 1 million vehicles due to rearview camera software issues. The recall affects vehicles in the United States and Canada, including the 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, with 235,423 units affected. The issue may cause the rearview camera image not to display, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall is expected to be fixed through a radio software update in Q3 2024.
    Ford Recall: Ford has recalled the most vehicles this year, with almost 500 recalls filed with U.S. regulators. The recall affects various models, including the 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks and some GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 pickups.
    Kia Recall: Kia has recalled 462,869 Telluride SUVs due to a stuck power seat slide knob that can cause the front seat’s motor to overheat, potentially causing a fire. The recall affects the 2020-2024 Telluride and has been the subject of several recalls in 2024.
    Tesla Recall: Tesla’s January 30 recall of almost 2.2 million vehicles is the largest of 2024. The recall affects essentially every Tesla on the road since 2012, including the Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, and the Cybertruck. The issue is minor, but it’s worth noting that the recall is one of the largest in automotive history.

  • @KPHVAC
    @KPHVAC 5 місяців тому +7

    I'm not buying the first 2 or 3 years of any new Toyota model, engine, or transmission. I'm glad it's recalled and I hope Toyota will properly fix these issues.

  • @deet4895
    @deet4895 5 місяців тому +4

    This is one of the reasons why I'm not a fan of "American Japanese" cars, I like the idea of my Japanese car being engineered, designed and built in Japan by the Japanese, Japanese built cars are built to a higher standard.

    • @dewtroit5849
      @dewtroit5849 3 місяці тому

      Who do you think engineers the vehicles? Who do sets the quality standard checks?

  • @gordonyz4
    @gordonyz4 5 місяців тому +4

    Please retrain them for Sienna and regular Highlander. Too few siennas, they could easily sell all Siennas even if doubling production by running like 2 shifts.

    • @LoneWolfSparty
      @LoneWolfSparty 5 місяців тому +1

      They already run 2 shifts for the Sienna. Making more of them isn't as easy as you think; suppliers would have to increase output, the weld shop would have to change, and that's just scratching the surface.

  • @Phi.D.888
    @Phi.D.888 5 місяців тому +4

    Acura mdx is looking better and better every day

  • @10cpaul
    @10cpaul 5 місяців тому +4

    The gaslighting on Toyota is redic! Multiple car companies have had tons of recalls. Look at Kia, ford, Honda... come on ppl will still buy these cars

    • @col250
      @col250 5 місяців тому +1

      Agreed

  • @jasonburton6130
    @jasonburton6130 4 місяці тому

    I've worked in west plant for 18yrs, you're about half right on most of what you've said.

  • @faheemabbas3965
    @faheemabbas3965 5 місяців тому +7

    Dash vent head buster 🤯

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  5 місяців тому +3

      Yeah that crash video literally makes it look like the head is funneled right into the a-pillar dash area.

  • @RossihungMK1
    @RossihungMK1 5 місяців тому +3

    Let’s see how Toyota overcomes this giant shit hole (Including the V6 engine problem & airbag curtains recalls). Just got my brand new TX350 three weeks ago. My balls hurt to hear the recall. I have 2 Lexus right now; and have been in Toyota family for decades. However, a puny recall is not going to destroy a fan boy’s blind faith with almighty Toyota! Who is with me???😂😂😂 Nobody???🤔️🤔️🤔️🤔️

  • @Si7088
    @Si7088 5 місяців тому +4

    Why don’t they make more Sienna’s since there’s a 2 year wait list?

  • @chiemekaa
    @chiemekaa 5 місяців тому +2

    Is it safe to say that JDM vehicles don't suffer the same recall rate as ones produced in the States?

  • @mrgurulittle7000
    @mrgurulittle7000 5 місяців тому +10

    People in 2018 be like: “Toyota is too outdated and uncompetitive!”
    People in 2024 be like: “Toyota is too problematic!”
    Well of course you’d get problems with new technology, duh! And ironically these complainers are the same haters that asked for the new technology. Stupid don’t know stupid. At least Toyota is fixing the issues early unlike the other automakers like the Hyundai or the Detroit Three.

    • @col250
      @col250 5 місяців тому +7

      You are absolutely correct. Fact is I don't take these recalls seriously at all. Tundra as always been nameplate that had issues but eventually gets solved and even here it's just a bloody air bag. Yet people here talks absolute bullshit and even post misinformation

    • @mrgurulittle7000
      @mrgurulittle7000 5 місяців тому +6

      @@col250Yep, that’s the right spirit. These people fuss over practically nothing.

    • @col250
      @col250 5 місяців тому +7

      @@mrgurulittle7000 recalls can happen and always will happen about something. Overall end of the day issues will be solved. Case in point. Vehicles like the sequoia hybrid are not effected by the recalls. Will people ever say this.

    • @mrgurulittle7000
      @mrgurulittle7000 5 місяців тому +4

      @@col250Yep, I’ve yet to hear a defense on the hybrid Sequoia.

    • @col250
      @col250 5 місяців тому +4

      @@mrgurulittle7000 tundra hybrid sequoia hybrid and even the GX is not effected at the moment. Only recall GX have is a freaking meaningless sun roof bs. So many people in this comment section have set personal opinions which are wrong. but too stubborn to accept they are wrong. This whole issue is overblown for no reasons.

  • @caponecollin
    @caponecollin 5 місяців тому +4

    Dam….Kirk I bought this car about two weeks ago loving it so for I hope they fix the problem.

    • @davet7184
      @davet7184 5 місяців тому +2

      I wouldn't be worried... extremely unlikely scenario.

    • @danweaver2877
      @danweaver2877 5 місяців тому +3

      Bought ours last sun. It's a great car. Not really worried about this one. Seems like social media and news trying to fearmonger. There are much worse recalls out there. This one seems a bit political.

    • @col250
      @col250 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@danweaver2877 you are right my friend. Fact is These days hardcore enthusiast online love to post crazy comments and then even attack perfectly fine vehicles as well.

    • @caponecollin
      @caponecollin 5 місяців тому

      @@danweaver2877 you’re right …congratulations on your new ride , I got the gas model limited x series full blackout wish I did get an limited hybrid but I can live with it regular gas ⛽️ less than 50 fill her up it’s an amazing vehicle I get alot of compliments on this truck.

  • @ZebaKnight
    @ZebaKnight 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for this very valuable information... I have been considering ordering a Toyota Grand Highlander. It's a shame that the manufacturing process is delayed. There would have been a wait time, even without this latest issue.

  • @vadel251
    @vadel251 5 місяців тому +2

    Thanks Kirk for the video. You mentioned 2.4 engine - does it impact a regular highlander? I've ordered highlander XLE, and if it's halted might take a while to get it delivered...

    • @JoshHall-xn5gt
      @JoshHall-xn5gt 5 місяців тому

      If it is the regular highlander not a grand they are produced in the east plant at tmmi. Production was not halted in the east plant.

  • @jamisonz3365
    @jamisonz3365 5 місяців тому +6

    At least it's much better than paper A pillar Expedition and Tahoe....

  • @halliebradley9412
    @halliebradley9412 Місяць тому

    I bought the 24 grand Highlander and I am taking it back. I don’t wanna be stuck having to buy a transmission or whatever it is.

  • @contrariangrin
    @contrariangrin 5 місяців тому +5

    Any issues with the GX550 thus far?

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 5 місяців тому +2

      For what, airbag?

    • @everydayfun9531
      @everydayfun9531 5 місяців тому +3

      Yeah the turbo issue that tundra is facing

    • @All-Miles-Matter
      @All-Miles-Matter 5 місяців тому +4

      ​@@everydayfun9531but it's more than a turbo issue it is a engine bearing issue

    • @prtube1
      @prtube1 5 місяців тому

      Yeah, it has the engine of death.

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 5 місяців тому +4

      @@everydayfun9531 no turbo issue. You bots should really get together first before you start a chat 👍

  • @TheJoncic
    @TheJoncic 5 місяців тому +7

    Longtime Toyota owner since 2008. I even have a 78 FJ40. Hate to say it but Toyota's quality has gone out the window. The Tundra was goinf to be my next truck but probably won't be now with all these engines grenading. Might have to go for a domestic 😢

    • @All-Miles-Matter
      @All-Miles-Matter 5 місяців тому +1

      That's why I went with the frontier. Made in America, price, reliability and comfortability

    • @TheJoncic
      @TheJoncic 5 місяців тому

      ​@@All-Miles-Matter looking for a full size though. :(

    • @All-Miles-Matter
      @All-Miles-Matter 5 місяців тому +1

      @@TheJoncic I get it! I needed a full size for, basically, my whole life! I had the ram 3500 dually for 250k miles. The time came to downsize and so I picked up the frontier. Man....what a bold move that was! Thank god it ended well.... I couldn't be happier with this midsize truck. It works absolutely wonderful for our needs. Jet skis and sea doo switch pontoon. I was nervous at first but these midsize trucks are highly capable in today's world so I went for it!

  • @claudiusprimus8122
    @claudiusprimus8122 5 місяців тому +9

    Captain Kirk, good job!

  • @marvin-f5p
    @marvin-f5p 5 місяців тому +2

    To be honest, working at a Lexus dealership, I haven’t heard about this. This is all new to me because the dealers are notified before the manufacturer press announcement. I’m sure I’ll probably hear about it tomorrow but this is going to affect a lot of things the same way as the CDK outage is affecting the dealership as of now until it’s fixed (If you know you know). I will say this, all/most of the new Lexus cars are all new. RX was redesigned last year, GX & TX just came out, ES redesign next year, etc etc. They’re going to have issues but at least they’re doing their best to work out all the quirks and issues on the cars for all the current and any future owners

  • @FullsendOffroad
    @FullsendOffroad 5 місяців тому +15

    145000 units?!?! Insane. At this point I don't see how any customer is happy with these new Toyotas. They have lost their fanbase exactly how Jeep did.

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 5 місяців тому +5

      Shouldn't we see sales decrease in a growing market before we can say they've lost anything? Maybe that will happen, but it definitely hasn't so far this year.

    • @747-pilot
      @747-pilot 5 місяців тому +3

      @@ytj22There is always a “lag effect” when these things happen. When more and more people realize what’s going on, you will see that sales will, indeed, go down.
      The Tundra issue has been out for several months now, and most of them are rotting away on dealer lots (both Tundra and Tacoma)!

    • @randy74989
      @randy74989 5 місяців тому +3

      Just find a naturally aspirated engine Toyota or Lexus 2022 or 2023 vehicle (Used) or Lexus (new or used) and stay away from the 2024 dual turbo V6 engines or any 2024 turbocharged engine. It's not necessarily bad, it just wears the engine out sooner than a naturally aspirated engine.

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 5 місяців тому +4

      @@747-pilot But I've been hearing these comments for years about Toyota. Before turbo it was because they were getting too big too fast, or "too much new technology". That is a considerable "lag effect"

    • @FullsendOffroad
      @FullsendOffroad 5 місяців тому +1

      @@randy74989 true. Also they haven't been proven yet. Ford also had major issues with the earlier ecoboosts but they've been making them for 15 years now so they're pretty good. Toyota hasn't had the experience. They don't need to improve the turbo engines, they gotta stick to the naturally aspirated engines. It's not a flex to own a turbo pickup.

  • @ToyotaChrisWI
    @ToyotaChrisWI 5 місяців тому +1

    Toyota has a great relationship with parts suppliers, so I don’t think there will be an issue as you reminded us from the situation in Japan. From what I read, the window being open may alter the air bag deployment, so driving with the drivers window closed should be considered safe.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  5 місяців тому

      Unless the driver window gets compromised?

  • @youtubecarspottersguide1
    @youtubecarspottersguide1 5 місяців тому +8

    im looking at the crown now

    • @supDruMz
      @supDruMz 5 місяців тому

      Crown has the same drivetrain on some trims

    • @MarkTurner-vs7uc
      @MarkTurner-vs7uc 5 місяців тому

      They are turning everything to junk. They are at the behest of government. They want to take away your car. So they are giving money to toyota and Ford to make unreliable vehicles that will bankrupt the people who want to drive. Therefore, taking another step to take away your mobility . Wake up people.

  • @KingTheRat
    @KingTheRat 5 місяців тому +7

    Hopefully they can start making more Toyota Siennas from the Indiana factory? Been trying to get one for a while...

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  5 місяців тому +1

      Unfortunately it isn't that simple...I wish

    • @wesleyconner3229
      @wesleyconner3229 5 місяців тому +1

      Vehicle production is based on previous months sales. Unfortunately sienna sales have been dropping pretty steadily while Highlander's are increasing. In east assembly we currently build on average 2-3 highlanders for every sienna due to this.

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 5 місяців тому +3

      Are you Canadian? Maybe Canadians that have been waiting 2+ years (not a typo) will finally get their Sienna? May take a bit to adjust parts supply?

    • @NathanTodd-o9p
      @NathanTodd-o9p 5 місяців тому +1

      I work there we used to build the sienna in west and east but once we got the new models west plant build those and now east plant only makes the sienna and regular Highlander we build more regular Highlander than we do sienna

    • @randy74989
      @randy74989 5 місяців тому +1

      Good luck with that if you want the hybrid. GLTU! Get on a list and pay a refundable down payment. Of course, this locks you in and in a bad negotiation position. Unfortunately, they've got you by the balls, if you pay a refundable down payment.

  • @curtpederson2923
    @curtpederson2923 5 місяців тому +4

    It looks like I got my Grand just in time (April 10). Took 13 months. June 3 my Sienna XSE AWD came in. Waited 25 months.
    I'm not worried.
    I'm more worried about that last slice of pizza and my lack of excercise.

  • @realmac3k
    @realmac3k 5 місяців тому +1

    I’m beginning to think every single auto manufacturer has a growing number of recalls or technical service bulletins. If it’s not an assembly issue, it’s a supplier component one. The more reputable companies will issue voluntary recalls and fix the issue. The ones more focused on cost cutting won’t issue anything until they get sued and even then drag their feet on issuing repairs or putting on a band-aid fix while the vehicles are still under warranty.

    • @avdp9095
      @avdp9095 5 місяців тому +1

      Bmw, Mercedes, Audi all do cost cutting and it shows, every new Premium new model is far, far less build.

    • @realmac3k
      @realmac3k 5 місяців тому

      @@avdp9095 So true. My Acura TLX has been in the shop 4 days for a creaking door issue that ended up being a loose / bad window regulator. The car was built Feb 2023.

  • @Kevinmatharu15
    @Kevinmatharu15 5 місяців тому +1

    I'm an auto glass installer and I had a grand highlander come in yesterday with a shattered rear right passenger door glass. The glass shattered into a pocket behind the door handle causing the rear door handle and cable to the door lock to become inoperable. I had to go around to the other side to get in and after 5-7 minutes of smacking the door panel and shimmying glass out of the handle was I able to free the lock. I haven't come across something like this in any other car. Definitely calls for a redesign because this is a huge safety issue.

  • @markemanuele6233
    @markemanuele6233 Місяць тому

    Kirk, any update from Toyota when or if the issue with the GH and Lexus TX will be completed?

  • @Manojjagtap19
    @Manojjagtap19 5 місяців тому +1

    Can dealers officially sell existing 2024 GH which are having a manufacturer recall? And How is the 2024 Toyota Sienna over GH?

  • @forrestsears8202
    @forrestsears8202 5 місяців тому

    I wonder how long the production line will be down? We supply parts to this vehicle and I have one on order. I’m glad they are fixing it before my order hits the line.

  • @PatrickHenry-t1s
    @PatrickHenry-t1s 5 місяців тому +3

    forget the airbag. I'm more concerned that the seatbelt didnt lock up

    • @RJT-hp8vk
      @RJT-hp8vk 5 місяців тому

      I must have missed that part. That is way more serious than airbag issue.

  • @sk-un5jq
    @sk-un5jq 5 місяців тому

    I wouldn't worry about the stoppage Kirk. Toyota Just in time manufactiuring has all the contingencies figured out and have been thru this many, many times.

  • @dondenis1500
    @dondenis1500 5 місяців тому +2

    Seems like all these recalls are from vehicles that are assembled in North American plants. Toyotas that are imported from Japan seem avoid the recalls.

  • @jonathanratliff4780
    @jonathanratliff4780 5 місяців тому +2

    What does not kill us will only make us stronger. Toyotas not perfect and they’ve been through issues before hell I remember when I got with Toyota when I was in sales back to thousand those 2000 to 2002 engines sludging up all over the place and engine replacements like mad they thought it was the end of Toyota. They will get all this sorted out

  • @lisacook7917
    @lisacook7917 5 місяців тому

    I received the notice about the side curtain airbag on my Toyota app already.

  • @aungmhtuntx
    @aungmhtuntx 5 місяців тому +7

    Kirk is always on updates

  • @theofficialpeterkim
    @theofficialpeterkim 5 місяців тому +2

    That’s why I typically the first 2 years of any new model. Let them get the kinks out.

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 5 місяців тому

      Same here. We always buy the third or fourth model year after a major redesign. Plus there are better deals before midcycle facelifts.

  • @ronaldbarnett548
    @ronaldbarnett548 3 місяці тому

    Hello! Kirk, my question is why are all of these new vehicles having so many issues? They don’t seem to reliable anymore? It seems that since, the switch to using turbo there has been more vehicles with problems. What’s your thoughts about what you are seeing? Vehicle’s cost customers a lot of money now day to not be good in working order.

  • @humamal-sammarraie543
    @humamal-sammarraie543 5 місяців тому

    I saw that personally, in that case dealers hide that specific model for awhile then receive the parts and say we fix them , so the recall will remove and they gain from selling parts to others who come for the recall 🤦‍♂️

  • @jimbom2827
    @jimbom2827 5 місяців тому

    I ordered a grand Highlander hybrid in May . It has been postponed 4 times with last week notice of mid august. Now I guess never 😡 . Out today to test drive competitors. 😭

  • @davet7184
    @davet7184 5 місяців тому

    This is NOT that big of an issue!! How many crashes happen Offset Head-On like in that test!! There are likely only a handful on any given day and the likelihood of one involving one of these ~145K units is extremely unlikely. The driver May have an issue... We had cars for 100 years without ANY airbags... My Father in Law has the GH Hybrid Max and I won't even bother telling him about this issue as it is such an unlikely risk. When they have the recall fix, I'll be sure to let him know.

  • @ManikasKathern
    @ManikasKathern 5 місяців тому

    kislux You are so well-informed about luxury accessories and bags. You've obviously done your due diligence and the comparison to the US is very informative...because of course, I live in New York. thank you very much.

  • @youarerightboss
    @youarerightboss 5 місяців тому +1

    Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro (2nd generation) simply the best

  • @robertmartinez3769
    @robertmartinez3769 5 місяців тому +3

    Where is your seatbelt that your head is hitting the A pillar.

  • @JustTravelous
    @JustTravelous 5 місяців тому

    I work for kyb I make the struts for grand highlander. My line stop production for a week idk how long it will be lifted

  • @gerryc1575
    @gerryc1575 5 місяців тому +1

    Hey @KirkKreifels I really think this last few weeks in Toyota Land has demonstrated just *how hard* it is, to make north of 10 Million Vehicles a year. They were right to say outright that they can't grow the volume for at least this year.

  • @marionortiz2070
    @marionortiz2070 4 місяці тому

    My husband was Tboned on the passenger side in our GH XLE and the airbags didn't deploy either.

  • @JOONSSSSS
    @JOONSSSSS 5 місяців тому +19

    When Kia recalls Toyota people always laugh at that. Who’s laughing now?

    • @politicalbandit3904
      @politicalbandit3904 5 місяців тому +10

      Oh, KIA had some recalls too recently. Nobody is perfect 🤩.

    • @MarkTurner-vs7uc
      @MarkTurner-vs7uc 5 місяців тому

      Toyota is now Kia.

    • @mrgurulittle7000
      @mrgurulittle7000 5 місяців тому +5

      I’m still laughing at all the children working in Kia factories and all the people who died burning in Kia cars.

    • @prateekinator4679
      @prateekinator4679 5 місяців тому +5

      The severity of recalls counts too, you know

    • @AllEyezOnRod
      @AllEyezOnRod 5 місяців тому +5

      Kia is still trash

  • @seymorefact4333
    @seymorefact4333 5 місяців тому

    As a LIFELONG TOYOTA owner....I bought a USED Honda Odyssey. TOYOTA HAS A GAZILLION RECALLS! THE TRUST IS BROKEN! VERY SAD!

  • @kimberlyowra-aikens9077
    @kimberlyowra-aikens9077 5 місяців тому

    I bought a Grand Highlander Platinum. I'm guessing that the airbags are the same in all models? I was rear-ended in my new Highlander Platinum and traded UP to the Grand Highlander Platinum. Eeesshh!

  • @jakepthsd
    @jakepthsd 5 місяців тому

    My neighbor just bought Lexus TX 350 AWD and yet got the recalled! come on Toyota!

  • @islanddon865
    @islanddon865 5 місяців тому +5

    Is Toyota growing too fast and are shareholder demands driving the Bean Counters to push shortcuts in order to generate easy, short term gains?
    You know, like GM did in the 80s. And look how well they're doing now at GM.

  • @prateekinator4679
    @prateekinator4679 5 місяців тому +1

    This news was a huge shock to me. I watched original video on the subject before this one came out, and had a feeling they may issue a recall today as you said.
    Regardless, as someone who is in the market for the GHL or TX, this makes me pretty sad. Really happy I didn’t end up taking delivery of either, and I will definitely stick to the “wait for a few model years after the first” mentality.
    As someone who thought they could trust Toyota or Lexus over Honda or Acura, this also hurts. Really hope both Honda and Toyota can get back on the right track, and become the leading auto makers in reliability once again, because this is sad to see from two very well respected brands.
    Lastly, I hope anyone who may have been affected by this recall is okay, and I hope no future incidents occur due to the recall

  • @tstzoophoojywg7226
    @tstzoophoojywg7226 5 місяців тому

    I am not regret at all for not buying the 2024 grand highland for 2 reasons.

  • @parkergray5346
    @parkergray5346 5 місяців тому +2

    Toyota recommends: do not drive the vehicle from the front seat, rather, drive it from rear seat or third row only.

  • @BrianDavis-r5m
    @BrianDavis-r5m Місяць тому

    Folks realize the dealerships will have to fix the issue prior to selling the vehicles. The recall is clearly for vehicles already on the roads at Toyota full expense. There’s no need to panic at all.

  • @Seaward1224
    @Seaward1224 3 місяці тому

    These turbo 4’s and 6’s are exactly what everyone worried about and Toyota stomped all day long saying it’s a Toyota! It’s going to be better than the past thanks to Toyota superior engineers and million mile testing! Toyota has become the Ralph Lauren of the car industry. Once seen and appreciate as worth the price and confidence. Today they just a sell out brand that can be found in any Costco and won’t last and the quality and reliability has been sold out! RIP Toyota!

  • @MichaelLaCanne
    @MichaelLaCanne 5 місяців тому

    Was panning on flying out of state and purchasing a CPO GH with low miles Wednesday of this week and not rolling the drivers side window down until the recall is fixed.. but what is the rumor about the engine recall? Would definitely stop the transaction if that is a credible rumor and go with a different brand

  • @ismalife32
    @ismalife32 5 місяців тому

    No matter how hard Big 3 tries to slow down Toyota and look for excuses to stop Toyota success globally, it won't matter, Toyota was #1 back before the tsunami hit Japan and lost it's #1 spot in sales, but guess what happened years later? Something will happen after all this mess.

  • @scholz222
    @scholz222 5 місяців тому

    Check with your sources - the ES recall that happened in December is still not sorted and dealers are struggling to move used when they come in on a trade because they either have to disclose open recall or send to auction. Lexus rollout of the fix has been a mess and leaving folks hanging.

  • @cdv2graphic
    @cdv2graphic 5 місяців тому

    I tried to buy one yesterday and they would not sell me even tho they let me order one .

  • @phillipkennedy8078
    @phillipkennedy8078 4 місяці тому

    they have extended this into october we supply assemblies to this vehicle its going to be a long time before production is in full swing

  • @rotorhead4757
    @rotorhead4757 5 місяців тому

    Remember the video you did a while back on how absurdly high Toyota's production output was last year? I feel like these issues are a result of that. They have too many distinct models and expect too high of a volume for each one. Toyota needs to slow down and trim it's lineup a little

  • @vuthsuon209
    @vuthsuon209 5 місяців тому

    Dont they anyways say, dont ever buy the first year models

  • @MariaB981
    @MariaB981 5 місяців тому

    Wish Chevrolet would this on their vehicles. I've taken my vehicle 8 times for engine issues.

  • @mohammadsaeed1321
    @mohammadsaeed1321 5 місяців тому

    Can someone please advise me on what I have to do because I just went in to the dealer yesterday for a grand highlander. And they said it will be delivered in early July. If they are not able to sell it why not notify me? I am sure the dealership probably got this news before us. I have not signed the papers with the exception of putting a 100 bucks non refundable deposit. What should I be doing next? Any advise is appreciated

    • @soniaarmstrong8114
      @soniaarmstrong8114 5 місяців тому

      We put down a $1,000 deposit for a GH 3 weeks ago. I notified the dealer yesterday due to the safety issue, recall and stop of production, we were no longer interested and were requesting our deposit be refunded. The response from our dealership was very positive stating they understood perfectly and would process the refund today.

    • @JohnJohn-wr1jo
      @JohnJohn-wr1jo 3 місяці тому

      Get your deposit back. Dealers are lying their asses off hoping people don't jump ship

  • @byronargueta1026
    @byronargueta1026 5 місяців тому

    Man , 1Toyota quality a thing of the past.

  • @FOXHOUNDKAGE
    @FOXHOUNDKAGE 5 місяців тому

    When you realize we all wanted a Skyline and not caring about safety same thing here 😅😂

  • @tuan056585
    @tuan056585 5 місяців тому

    Greedy is another factor in this game.
    Toyota moved the redesigned 2024 Tacoma production to Mexico to get cheaper labor. Will see how many recall on that truck!!

  • @zengine
    @zengine 5 місяців тому +3

    Toyota has had many recalls up untill this day and they’ve dealt with it much better than any other manufacturer. They make around 11 million vehicles of course things will happen. If you do some research you’ll be amazed what other Asian/european/American manufacturers have had of issues and recalls. Some of them
    much more serious than these recalls, more serious than the sudden acceleration issue. The safety testing issues in Japan is more a problem of technicality than serious because in most cases the cars were tested more stringent than the standards. Everybody take a chill pill and don’t blow this out of proportions

  • @Michael-ls5dx
    @Michael-ls5dx 5 місяців тому +3

    A recall is the appropriate way to correct the issue. Toyota is doing what is necessary - and fast.
    Perhaps a bigger question is why NHSTA passed the test vehicle with the issue right in front of them.

  • @shattered115
    @shattered115 5 місяців тому

    Toyota is having some tough times. Tacoma, Tundra, Grand Highlander, and even Lexus.

  • @RavageEject84
    @RavageEject84 5 місяців тому

    People are currently being notified via the Toyota app, I have not been notified build date 05/2024.

  • @aznmarinex2
    @aznmarinex2 5 місяців тому +4

    I don't really care if they have these type of recalls. They are opening stating and taking care of the customers in this case.
    They are also trying to fix a problem that passed the crash test rating.
    For the most part, all these regulations and our needs makes it really hard to get good ROI on investments for car manufacturers as they can't milk engines and stuff as much as they used to.

  • @daleterry4294
    @daleterry4294 5 місяців тому

    It seems like “bulletproof” Toyotas made in Japan and the US are suddenly having a lot of problems. This can damage their reputation. Not good.

  • @yazars
    @yazars 5 місяців тому

    Will they shift some production from Grand Highlander to Sienna? Let's improve the supply 😂

  • @koukimonzta
    @koukimonzta 5 місяців тому +11

    Go Mazda 😂

  • @AyaWetts
    @AyaWetts 5 місяців тому

    "its a good thing, they want their customers taken care of" ..... lol yeah... right. Voluntary recall just means they decided to, not because they wouldn't be forced to. If NHTSA says they need to do a recall, they typically do a recall "voluntarily" as its easiest. If they refuse, then they'll go through the procedures to force a recall. Most recalls are always voluntary, but that doesn't really mean the company wants to do it.