2023 Toyota BZ4X
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2023 Toyota BZ4X has 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.3x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is visibility problems (17% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2023 toyota bz4x. the contact stated that the driver's side rear-view mirror was shaking violently while driving 55 mph or higher. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed, and the mirror was replaced. the vehicle had not received additional repairs. the manufacturer was .
23
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.3x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
VISIBILITY
4 complaints- • The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact stated that the driver's side rear-view mirror was shaking violently while driving 55 MPH or higher. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed, and the mirror was replaced. The vehicle had not received additional repairs. The manufacturer was
- • THE INTERIOR OF CAR HAS A VERY GLOSSY finish on the interior especially by gear shift The sun will hit at certain times and flash very bright rays into your eyes. I complained to dealer and sent video when first got car and said nothing they could do and to call toyota,I called toyota(sent same vi
- • The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact had attempted to use the defroster; however, the blower was not blowing hot air onto the windshield. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V577000 (Visibility); however, when the dealer was contacted to schedule a recall re
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact stated that the driver's side rear-view mirror was shaking violently while driving 55 MPH or higher. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed, and the mirror was replaced. The vehicle had not received additional repairs. The manufacturer was ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
BODY/STRUCTURE
4 complaints- • I drove my 2023 TOYOTA BZ4X home from work after a heavy rainfall in Galveston, Texas in January 2024, had about 2-3 inches of rain on the road, driving about 15-20 miles per hour on my way home. Both front wheel wells/mud guard liners came off. I drove over one of the liner, stopped and picked it u
- • I drove my 2023 TOYOTA BZ4X home from work after a heavy rainfall in Galveston, Texas in January 2024, had about 2-3 inches of rain on the road, driving about 15-20 miles per hour on my way home. Both front wheel wells/mud guard liners came off. I drove over one of the liner, stopped and picked it u
- • I drove the car at 40mph through about 2 inches of standing water. This caused the undercarriage splash plate to become loose. It has not fallen off, but it will need to be repaired. The streets sometimes flood and none of the cars I’ve owned ever had this happen.
“I drove my 2023 TOYOTA BZ4X home from work after a heavy rainfall in Galveston, Texas in January 2024, had about 2-3 inches of rain on the road, driving about 15-20 miles per hour on my way home. Both front wheel wells/mud guard liners came off. I drove over one of the liner, stopped and picked it u”
— NHTSA complaint filing
OTHER
3 complaints- • I submitted this form earlier, but I’m unsure whether it went through. If this is a duplicate, please disregard. An incident of sudden, unintended acceleration occurred while pulling into a gravel parking area on a hillside at dusk. While turning, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward and struck a tre
- • I am writing to register our complaint and urgently request your support in resolving a serious health issue related to what we believe is a factory defect with the Toyota BZ4. Timeline of events: In April 2023, I purchased a brand new BZ4 from the Downtown Oakland Toyota dealership. In July 20
- • AC Compressor. The dealer is saying I need to repair the AC compressor. When this happened my heater and mileage weren't showing and a lot of message errors were showing.
“I submitted this form earlier, but I’m unsure whether it went through. If this is a duplicate, please disregard. An incident of sudden, unintended acceleration occurred while pulling into a gravel parking area on a hillside at dusk. While turning, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward and struck a tre”
— NHTSA complaint filing
TIRES
3 complaints- • The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Turanza EL450, Tire Size: 235/50/R20, DOT Number: EJYB. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel, prompting her t
- • 235/50/R20. Found driver side rear tire completely flat in personal garage yesterday morning and passenger front tire had low psi warning on as well. Used the fix-a-flat kit that came with my car to fill driver rear and able to get to shop. Car/tires have 5000 miles on them. Tire shop could not fi
- • The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Electric Drive 2, Tire Size: 215/50/R20, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds above 50 MPH, the vehicle experienced severe shaking and abnormal vibration. The vehicle was taken to the l
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Turanza EL450, Tire Size: 235/50/R20, DOT Number: EJYB. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel, prompting her t”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
3 complaints- • 1) On October 11, 2023 at 7:35 am, the 2023 BZ4X all electric car did not start and a message on the dashboard read “parking brake unavailable.”The brakelights were flashing. Car was towed to the dealer, City Toyota.No diagnosis or explanation was offered. 2) On May 6, 2024 @ 7:08 am, the 2023 BZ4
- • For the 6th time, the car is without power. It will not start although the starter battery was changed by the dealer on 5/28/24. The EV battery does not show any power. This is the 6th time that car will not start and without power. It was bought brand new on 1/1/2023.
- • UNKNOWN , 11/26/2024 car in garage would not start, car was tow to Toyota and Toyota replaced the battery. then on 02/06/2025 vehicle was in garage and would not start and vehicle was tow again to Toyota dealer. Where dealer replaced 12 volt battery at 5,283 miles. And told us to put a battery charg
“1) On October 11, 2023 at 7:35 am, the 2023 BZ4X all electric car did not start and a message on the dashboard read “parking brake unavailable.”The brakelights were flashing. Car was towed to the dealer, City Toyota.No diagnosis or explanation was offered. 2) On May 6, 2024 @ 7:08 am, the 2023 BZ4”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 23 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐VISIBILITY: The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X. The contact stated that the driver's side rear-view mirror was shaking violently while driving 55 MPH or higher. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed, and the mirror was replaced. The vehicle had not received additional repairs. The manufacturer was
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BODY/STRUCTURE: I drove my 2023 TOYOTA BZ4X home from work after a heavy rainfall in Galveston, Texas in January 2024, had about 2-3 inches of rain on the road, driving about 15-20 miles per hour on my way home. Both front wheel wells/mud guard liners came off. I drove over one of the liner, stopped and picked it u
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: I submitted this form earlier, but I’m unsure whether it went through. If this is a duplicate, please disregard. An incident of sudden, unintended acceleration occurred while pulling into a gravel parking area on a hillside at dusk. While turning, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward and struck a tre
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐TIRES: The contact owns a 2023 Toyota BZ4X equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Turanza EL450, Tire Size: 235/50/R20, DOT Number: EJYB. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel, prompting her t
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Toyota BZ4X — Year Comparison
How does 2023 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
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At a Glance
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 1
- Injury reports
- 2
- Segment avg
- 80
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