Recall 23V468 affects 1,398 2023 Toyota Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles for a spare-tire carrier defect. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 1,398 2023 Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles because the steel chain that holds the spare tire under the vehicle has an insufficient weld. If the chain breaks, the spare tire can detach and increase the risk of a crash; Toyota dealers will repair the spare tire carrier free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The spare tire carrier on 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles holds the spare tire against the underside of the vehicle. Its steel chain is the load path: it keeps the spare tire secured while the truck or SUV moves over bumps, turns, and stops.
On affected vehicles, links in that chain were not welded with enough strength. Toyota traced the condition to water exposure before the welding process was finished, which reduced the chain's ability to carry the spare tire's weight. If an affected link is carrying the load, the chain can fail and the spare tire can separate from the vehicle.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would not have a reliable noise, light, or handling change that confirms the chain is weakening, so the VIN decides whether the vehicle needs the recall repair.
Who's affected?
All listed Toyota models use the same spare tire carrier assembly, with hybrid and non-hybrid Tundra variants treated separately.
| 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid | tire |
|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota Tundra | tire |
| 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid | tire |
| Units affected | 1,398 |
The 2023 model year and matching Toyota name narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An insufficiently welded chain can break and let the spare tire detach from the vehicle. A loose spare tire creates a road hazard and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign listed before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, or Sequoia Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free spare tire carrier assembly replacement that fixes the insufficiently welded spare tire chain.
- Ask the dealer whether the spare tire should stay off the underside of the vehicle until the replacement is complete.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V468 when you call.
- Call Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 with questions about scheduling or the owner letter.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician replaces the spare tire carrier assembly that holds the spare tire under the vehicle. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related spare tire carrier repair before the owner letter, ask Toyota customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation under Toyota's general reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 7, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 7, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| July 7, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 14, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 5, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V468?
Recall 23V468 covers 1,398 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles with a spare tire carrier chain that was not welded sufficiently. The chain can break and let the spare tire detach, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, or Sequoia Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V468. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule replacement of the spare tire carrier assembly. Reference Toyota recall number 23TB06/23TA06 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Toyota dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
Is it safe to drive with this Toyota spare tire recall?
Toyota has not issued a do not drive instruction for recall 23V468. The safety concern is that the spare tire can detach from under the vehicle if the carrier chain breaks, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V468000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V468 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V468000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →