Toyota bZ4X Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Toyota bZ4X model year (2023–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Toyota bZ4X Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 12 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 24
3 recalls · 14 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 23
1 recall · 1 complaint
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 4
Best Toyota bZ4X Years to Buy
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Toyota bZ4X — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Good |
| 2024 | 3 | 14 | — | — | 23 | Avoid |
| 2023 | 4 | 12 | — | — | 24 | Avoid |
All 4 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Toyota bZ4X Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent bZ4X models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year bZ4X should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2023 Toyota bZ4X if possible. It has 4 recalls, 12 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 24 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year bZ4X to buy?+
Review the "Best Years" section above for the top-rated bZ4X model years.
Which bZ4X has the fewest problems?+
Use the year-by-year table on this page to find the bZ4X model years with the lowest problem scores.
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