CarRecallWatch- Component
- HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid battery contains an Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse that may fracture after repeated high-load driving conditions such as climbing long hills.
- Risk
- The failed fuse may cause the hybrid system to shut down resulting in the loss of power. Loss of power while driving at higher speeds can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EV fuse, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0R.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The high-voltage EV fuse inside the hybrid battery can fracture after repeated high-load driving, such as climbing long hills. When the fuse fails, the hybrid system may shut down and the vehicle can lose power.
Losing power while driving at higher speeds raises the risk of a crash. If your vehicle is affected, Toyota will notify you, and an authorized dealer will replace the EV fuse at no charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. You can contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 (Toyota recall number H0R) for more information, and check your VIN for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid | 2012201320142015 |
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