You May Qualify for Legal Action
McCune Law Group (MLG) is speaking with Toyota and Lexus owners whose power door locks have stopped working, as part of ongoing litigation over allegedly defective door lock actuators. Owners report that one or more doors will no longer lock or unlock with the key fob or the power lock switch, leaving the vehicle unable to be fully secured.
If you purchased one of the vehicles listed below from a Toyota or Lexus dealership and a door lock on that vehicle has failed, contact our firm today for a free case evaluation.
Call (909) 316-5607 today for a free case evaluation.
Affected Vehicles
- 2010-2024 Toyota 4Runner
- 2012-2024 Toyota Camry
- 2012-2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2014-2026 Toyota Corolla
- 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- 2014-2026 Toyota Highlander
- 2013-2026 Toyota RAV4
- 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma
- 2007-2026 Toyota Tundra
- 2012-2024 Lexus ES
- 2013-2020 Lexus GS
- 2010-2023 Lexus GX
- 2014-2026 Lexus IS
- 2013-2026 Lexus LS
- 2013-2026 Lexus LX
- 2015-2026 Lexus NX
- 2015-2023 Lexus RC
- 2014-2026 Lexus RX
Toyota Prius owners do not qualify for this case evaluation.
Who May Qualify
- You purchased the vehicle new, used, or certified pre-owned from an authorized Toyota or Lexus dealership in 2016 or later
- The dealership is located in California, Michigan, North Carolina, or Texas (where you live now does not matter)
- You still own the vehicle and do not plan to sell or trade it in within the next year
Leased vehicles and vehicles purchased from another seller, such as CarMax, Carvana, a rental company, a private party, or a non-Toyota or non-Lexus dealership, do not qualify.
What to Look For
- A door that will not lock or unlock when you press the key fob
- A door that does not respond to the power lock switch inside the vehicle
- A Toyota or Lexus dealership diagnosed the door lock problem
Why This Matters
In November 2024, owners filed a class action lawsuit in federal court in the Eastern District of Texas alleging that door lock actuators in many Toyota vehicles fail prematurely, as reported by Bloomberg Law. According to the lawsuit, a failed actuator can leave owners unable to lock their doors with either the key fob or the interior lock buttons.
A vehicle that cannot be locked is a vehicle that cannot be secured, whether it is parked overnight in a driveway or left in a lot while you are at work. The lawsuit also alleges the defect may put the safety of vehicle occupants at risk. If your door locks have failed, we want to hear from you.
How to Get Started
Step 1: Gather your information. Locate your vehicle’s 17-character VIN, which appears on the driver-side dashboard, the driver door jamb, your registration, and your insurance card. Keep every dealership service record related to the door lock. If the actuator was replaced, hold on to the old part.
Step 2: Contact us. Call (909) 316-5607 or complete our secure online form.
Step 3: Free case evaluation. Our attorneys will review your situation at no cost and explain your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
I bought my vehicle in one of the listed states, but I live somewhere else now. Does that matter?
No. What matters is where the dealership was located when you bought the vehicle, not where you live today.
I leased my vehicle. Can I still take part?
Not in this case. At this time, we are speaking only with owners who purchased their vehicle from an authorized Toyota or Lexus dealership.
The dealer replaced my door lock actuator. Should I keep the old part?
Yes. If you still have the replaced part, please keep it. If you do not have it, you may still qualify.
What does it mean to serve as a class representative?
A class representative helps move the case forward on behalf of other owners with the same problem. This may include answering written questions, giving a deposition, and making your vehicle available for inspection. Our attorneys will walk you through each step and prepare you before anything is required of you.
How much does it cost to work with McCune Law Group?
The initial case evaluation is free. If we take your case, we work on a contingency basis. You pay nothing unless we recover on your behalf.
Your Door Locks Stopped Working. We Want to Hear From You.
If you purchased one of the Toyota or Lexus vehicles listed above and a door no longer locks or unlocks with the key fob or power lock switch, we want to hear from you.
McCune Law Group has more than 35 years of experience and has recovered more than $1 billion for our clients in product liability and vehicle defect cases. We work on contingency. You pay nothing unless we recover on your behalf.
If the door locks on your Toyota or Lexus have stopped working, call (909) 316-5607 or complete our secure online form today.
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