By Mapaballo Borotho
- The National Consumer Commission has announced the recall of selected Nissan Qashqai, Toyota Land Cruiser 300 and Lexus LX600 vehicles.
- The recalls relate to potential defects that could increase the risk of engine failure, fuel leaks or accidents.
- Motorists are urged to take their vehicles to authorised dealerships, where repairs will be carried out free of charge.
Owners of certain Toyota Land Cruiser 300, Nissan Qashqai and Lexus LX600 vehicles are being urged to return their vehicles to authorised dealerships following the latest safety recall announced by the National Consumer Commission (NCC).
The affected vehicles were sold through authorised Nissan and Toyota dealerships nationwide.
Nissan Qashqai vehicles
Nissan is recalling 314 Qashqai vehicles.
The latest recall forms part of an earlier recall, announced on 23 October 2025, during which Nissan recalled 1,688 vehicles.
According to the manufacturer, the affected vehicles have the potential for the fuel pipe to move within its retaining clip while the engine is running.
Over time, this movement may cause the fuel pipe to wear.
“The wear can cause a perforation in the fuel pipe, resulting in a potential fuel leak,” Nissan said.
The company said a new repair has now been introduced as the permanent solution, replacing the temporary repair implemented during the previous recall campaign.
The affected vehicles were sold between 4 May 2021 and 17 September 2024.
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 and Lexus LX600
Toyota South Africa is recalling 507 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 vehicles, while Lexus South Africa is recalling 124 Lexus LX600 vehicles.
The affected Land Cruiser models were sold between 13 December 2022 and 7 May 2024, while the affected Lexus LX600 models were sold between 15 December 2022 and 7 May 2024.
Some Lexus vehicles were also exported to Botswana and Namibia.
According to Toyota, both models are fitted with a V35A engine containing crankshaft main bearings that allow the crankshaft to rotate while the engine is running.
The company said machining debris may not have been completely removed during manufacturing, potentially contaminating the engine assembly.
“If the machining debris adheres to the main bearings and the engine continues to operate under higher loads over time, the bearings may fail.
This may result in engine knocking, rough engine operation, difficulty starting the engine, or an engine stall. An engine stall while driving may lead to a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of an accident at higher speeds,” the company said.
Consumers who own any of the affected vehicles are urged to visit their nearest authorised Nissan or Toyota dealership for an inspection and any necessary repairs, which will be carried out free of charge.
Growing number of product recalls
South Africa has seen an increase in product recalls in recent months, ranging from food products to motor vehicles.
The trend has raised concerns among consumers, with many questioning whether sufficient quality control measures are in place during manufacturing and why potentially defective products continue to reach the market.
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