Recall 26V110 affects 86 2026 Toyota Corolla vehicles with missing headlight aim markings. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 86 2026 Corolla vehicles because front headlight aim markings are missing. If the headlights are aimed incorrectly during service, driver visibility can drop or oncoming traffic can face glare, which increases crash risk; Toyota dealers will add the missing markings free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The headlamp assembly on a 2026 Toyota Corolla holds the bulb, reflector, lens, and aim references for the front headlight. It is supposed to project light at the correct height and direction so the road ahead is lit without putting glare into oncoming traffic. The optical axis marking on the lens gives a service technician the reference point used to check and adjust that aim.
On affected Corollas, the supplier changed tooling for the headlamp lens, and the new tooling left out that optical axis marking. The lamp still installs on the vehicle, but it lacks a required mark used during service. Without that reference, a headlight adjustment can be set wrong after repair or inspection, leaving the beam aimed too high or too low.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is unlikely to notice the missing lens marking unless the headlight is inspected closely or a Toyota dealer checks the headlamp assembly.
Who's affected?
| 2026 Toyota Corolla | Headlights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 86 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2026 Toyota Corolla is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrectly aimed headlights reduce your visibility and create glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon, especially before night driving or poor weather. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Toyota Corolla is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free front-headlight-assembly replacement that restores the required aim markings for service.
- Bring the recall notice Toyota mailed, and reference recall number 26V110 when you call.
- Drive with extra care before the repair. Recall number 26V110 states that incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create glare for oncoming traffic.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician replaces both front headlight assemblies covered by the recall. The work corrects the missing headlight aim markings so the headlights can be aimed correctly during future service. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Toyota's New Vehicle Limited Warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the owner letters were mailed during the active warranty period. Ask the service desk how Toyota's warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 25, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 25, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| February 25, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 20, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V110?
Recall 26V110 covers 86 2026 Toyota Corolla vehicles with front headlights that lack required aim markings. During service, that defect can lead to incorrectly aimed headlights, reduced driver visibility, or glare for oncoming traffic. Toyota dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Toyota Corolla is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Corolla is included in recall 26V110. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule replacement of both front headlight assemblies. Reference recall 26V110 or Toyota recall number 26TA05 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Toyota will replace both front headlight assemblies free of charge at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility or glare for oncoming drivers. Incorrectly aimed headlights can make it harder for you to see the road or harder for other drivers to see clearly. The repair path is to confirm your VIN and have Toyota replace the headlight assemblies for free.
When did Toyota notify owners?
Toyota mailed owner notification letters on April 20, 2026. If you bought the Corolla used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Toyota dealer if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V110000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V110 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V110000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →