2024 Toyota bZ4X

The 2024 Toyota bZ4X is an all-electric compact SUV marking Toyota’s entry into the growing EV market. It is available with a single-motor front-wheel-drive configuration (201 hp and 196 lb-ft of torque) or a dual-motor all-wheel-drive configuration (214 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque). The bZ4X is praised for its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and user-friendly technology. However, it has faced criticism for its range, charging speeds, and some reported software glitches.

Electric Motor

Single Motor Front-Wheel Drive

• Reduced Range / Early Degradation
  • Description/Symptoms: Lower than advertised range, especially in cold weather conditions. Early battery degradation leading to further range reduction over time.
  • Solution: Software updates to optimize battery management and range estimation have been released. Monitor battery health and consult with Toyota service for potential warranty claims related to excessive degradation.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Covered under warranty for the first 8 years/100,000 miles (whichever comes first).
  • Recalls: None Found

Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive

• Reduced Range / Early Degradation
  • Description/Symptoms: Lower than advertised range, especially in cold weather conditions. Early battery degradation leading to further range reduction over time.
  • Solution: Software updates to optimize battery management and range estimation have been released. Monitor battery health and consult with Toyota service for potential warranty claims related to excessive degradation.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Covered under warranty for the first 8 years/100,000 miles (whichever comes first).
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Freezing/Glitches
  • Description/Symptoms: The infotainment screen freezes, becomes unresponsive, or experiences software glitches.
  • Solution: Software updates are typically released to address these issues. A hard reset of the system may temporarily resolve the issue.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Covered under warranty.
  • Recalls: None Found
• Charging Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty initiating or completing charging sessions at public charging stations or home chargers. Error messages related to charging system faults.
  • Solution: Check the charging equipment for compatibility and proper functionality. Toyota has released software updates to improve charging performance.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Diagnostic and potential charger replacement if not compatible. Covered under warranty.
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Wheel Detachment Risk (Early Production Models)
  • Description/Symptoms: Lug nuts potentially loosening after driving, increasing the risk of wheel detachment. (This issue primarily affected 2023 models, but check for updates related to early 2024 production).
  • Solution: Tightening lug nuts to the correct torque specification. Replacement of hub bolts/wheels may be necessary in affected vehicles.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Covered under recall if applicable
  • Recalls: 23SMZ-010

Interior

• Non-Functional Panoramic View Monitor in Cold Weather
  • Description/Symptoms: System is not fully functional when temperatures are low.
  • Solution: Apply a software update to the camera ECU.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Covered under warranty.
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary The 2024 Toyota bZ4X has a few notable issues. Range and charging concerns are primary, particularly range reduction in cold weather and occasional charging difficulties. Software glitches affecting the infotainment system have also been reported. The earlier recall concerning wheel detachment is crucial to check for in early 2024 models. While most issues are covered under warranty, potential buyers should be aware of these common complaints and inquire about software updates and vehicle history. The severity of these issues ranges from inconvenience to safety concerns (wheel detachment), with costs generally covered under warranty.