Toyota, Lexus, Subaru recall: What Florida drivers need to know

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Nearly 100,000 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru vehicles have been recalled due to HVAC system issues.

An electrical compressor failure could cause the defroster to become inoperative, increasing crash risk.

Having working air conditioning in your car is vital when facing Florida's intense heat, but has your car's HVAC system recently gone kaput? You're not alone.

Nearly 100,000 vehicles have because of issues with their heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, according to a Sept. 5 from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The notice shares that the systems could have an electrical compressor failure, which can cause the defroster or defogger to be inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.

The issue can be remedied by updating the cars' H