2010–2014 Toyota Prius, Prius V recall: Hybrid propulsion system
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V684000
- Reported
- October 4, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Part
- Hybrid propulsion system
- Vehicles affected
- About 807,329
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Safety risk
If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0V. Note: The software updates in this recall are needed even if the vehicle had the software previously updated under recalls 14V-053 or 15V-449.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
- Toyota Prius: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
- Toyota Prius V: 2012, 2013, 2014
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Toyota Prius (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); Toyota Prius V (2012, 2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0V. Note: The software updates in this recall are needed even if the vehicle had the software…
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