Toyota Proace Recall R/2018/191: Incorrect Engine Oil Software, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 9 Aug 2018
- Launched
- 559
- vehicles in the UK
- LGG56
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Proace vehicles built between 18 May 2016 and 14 February 2018. Subject vehicles are equipped with incorrect engine oil software leading to the oil temperature not being detected over a certain threshold. The recall notice describes the fix as: the remedy involves reprogramming the engine ECU which will give the driver a timely warning regarding possible high oil temperature. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Subject vehicles are equipped with incorrect engine oil software leading to the oil temperature not being detected over a certain threshold. This could lead to the oil pan deformimg due to high engine oil temperatures which in turn could lead to oil loss onto the road surface.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Incorrect engine oil software Defect: Subject vehicles are equipped with incorrect engine oil software leading to the oil temperature not being detected over a certain threshold. This could lead to the oil pan deformimg due to high engine oil temperatures which in turn could lead to oil loss onto the road surface. Remedy: The remedy involves reprogramming the engine ECU which will give the driver a timely warning regarding possible high oil temperature.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the oil temperature not being detected over a certain threshold.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the remedy involves reprogramming the engine ECU which will give the driver a timely warning regarding possible high oil temperature. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Proace built between 18 May 2016 and 14 February 2018 may be included. Toyota estimates 559 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Toyota, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
- Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the campaign code LGG56 or the DVSA reference R/2018/191. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proace, Proace CityWater pump replacement on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City | Urgent | R/2026/200 | |
| Proace, Proace CityPotential defect of fuel supply rail on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City | Urgent | R/2026/017 | |
| Proace, Proace City, Proace City EV, Proace City Verso EV and 2 moreIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City | Low | R/2025/552 | |
| Proace, Proace VersoEngine control unit reprogramming due to IUPR calculation problem on certain Toyota Proace and Proace Verso models | Low | R/2025/489 | |
| ProaceFaulty rear brake discs concern on certain Toyota Proace | Urgent | R/2025/402 |
This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2018/183 on 9 Aug 2018, for oil plug incorrectly tightened. The one launched after it was R/2018/240 on 1 Oct 2018, for engine wire harness connected to hybrid vehicle power control unit could contact cover. You can also see every Toyota recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/191, launched 9 August 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.