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Toyota bZ4X XEAM10

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 is available with 2 engine variants — from 204 to 218 hp.

bZ4X AWD · Electric· 218 PS
2022 2025

All-wheel-drive variant of the bZ4X with two electric motors and 160 kW system output. Same platform, slightly less range due to higher weight. Same early teething issues as the FWD variant, now resolved.

  • !! Recall: Wheel bolts can come loose

    The AWD variant is also affected by the wheel bolt recall. Toyota issued a worldwide fix in 2022. When buying used, verify whether the recall has been carried out.

    Symptoms: Knocking noise from wheel area; steering wheel vibrations; in the worst case wheel detachment
    0–0 $
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  • !! 12V auxiliary battery drains spontaneously from 15,000 km

    The 12V auxiliary battery of the bZ4X (AWD) drains even in new vehicles without any apparent cause. Class action lawsuit filed in 2025 against Toyota over a defective 12V battery charging management system.

    Symptoms: Vehicle won't power on, display stays dark, doors cannot be opened
    80–250 $
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  • !! Recall: Instrument cluster ECU total failure on startup

    Recall for bZ4X AWD (prod. 11/2021–08/2023): The instrument cluster ECU can fail completely on startup. Turn signals, hazard lights, and the pre-collision system become inoperative.

    Symptoms: Black display on startup, no warning or indicator lights, turn signals and safety systems non-functional
    0–0 $
    Ad bZ4X-AWD recall:

+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

Elektro · Electric· 204 PS
2022 2025

Toyota's first pure electric vehicle on the e-TNGA platform. Front-wheel drive with 150 kW, solid range of around 400 km. Initial recall for loose wheel bolts, now resolved. Software updates improve charging performance.

  • !! Recall: Wheel bolts can come loose

    Toyota issued a worldwide recall for the bZ4X in 2022: wheel bolts could come loose through hard steering at low speed. Fixed with improved wheel bolts.

    Symptoms: Knocking noise from wheel area; steering wheel vibrations; in the worst case wheel detachment
    0–0 $
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  • !! 12V auxiliary battery drains spontaneously from 15,000 km

    The 12V auxiliary battery of the bZ4X drains even in new vehicles without apparent cause. Owners report up to 4 battery replacements in 8 months. Root cause: defective charge management system.

    Symptoms: Vehicle won't power on, display stays dark, doors cannot be opened, all functions dead despite full HV battery
    80–250 $
    Ad 12V battery Toyota bZ4Xauxiliary battery bZ4Xstarter battery bZ4X
  • !! Recall: Instrument cluster ECU total failure on startup

    Recall for bZ4X (prod. 11/2021–08/2023): The instrument cluster ECU does not fully shut down when the vehicle is switched off. On the next startup the display remains blank. Turn signals and safety systems fail.

    Symptoms: Black display on startup, no warning or indicator lights, turn signals and safety systems non-functional
    0–0 $
    Ad bZ4X-FWD recall:

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Recall: Wheel bolts can come loose

During sharp cornering and sudden braking the wheel bolts can come loose. 283 vehicles were affected in Germany.

Symptoms: Steering wheel vibrates, vehicle pulls to one side, metallic noise from wheel area.
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✖Recall: Curtain airbags incorrectly installed

In 2022 bZ4X vehicles, the curtain airbags may have been installed incorrectly.

Symptoms: No visible symptom; recall information via Toyota or KBA.
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✖Recall: Wheel hub bolts can come loose — wheel can detach

Toyota recalled all delivered bZ4X vehicles in 2022 because the wheel hub bolts can come loose during hard braking or cornering. In extreme cases the wheel can fall off. Affected all approximately 260 vehicles delivered at that time.

Symptoms: Vehicle vibrates when braking, steering pulls to one side, rattling from one wheel arch
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✖NHTSA 25V577 — Defroster/Defogger Inoperative on HVAC Fault

During certain HVAC system faults (e.g., electric compressor failure), the defroster and defogger may become inoperative, reducing driver visibility. NHTSA campaign 25V577, Toyota recall 25TA07. Free software update and compressor inspection at dealer.

Symptoms: Windshield fogs up or ices without defrost function activating; HVAC warning indicator.
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NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
26 complaints · 2022–2025
  1. 01 Electrical
    8
  2. 02 Other
    6
  3. 03 Wheels
    5 ⚠ 1
  4. 04 Body Structure
    4
  5. 05 Visibility
    3

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (8 complaints)
⚠ Other (6 complaints)
⚠ Wheels (5 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 22 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 (2022–2025) — 12 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Electronics.

bZ4X (bZ4X-FWD, 2022–2025) — Be Careful: Recall: Wheel bolts can come loose, 12V auxiliary battery drains spontaneously, Recall: Instrument cluster ECU total failure on startup. Power: 204 PS.

bZ4X (bZ4X-AWD, 2022–2025) — Be Careful: Recall: Wheel bolts can come loose, 12V auxiliary battery drains spontaneously, Recall: Instrument cluster ECU total failure on startup. Power: 218 PS.

What to watch out for with the Toyota bZ4X? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 have? +
The Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 has 12 known engine weaknesses and 10 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota bZ4X XEAM10? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: bZ4X-FWD (Elektro), bZ4X-AWD (Elektro AWD). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the bZ4X-AWD (Elektro AWD).
Which Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 160 kW with twin electric motors — low centre of gravity and high body rigidity enable surprisingly agile cornering. The bZ4X worth driving.
Is the Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 worth buying used? +
The Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota bZ4X XEAM10? +
The Toyota bZ4X XEAM10 is available with engine variants from 204 to 218 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee