CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0T.
- 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 engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit can rub against its cover at this connection and wear through over time. That wear can cause an electrical short circuit, which can increase the risk of a fire.
Dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will also be installed to prevent future damage. All repairs are free of charge at an authorized Toyota dealer. Owners can contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Toyota Prius | 201620172018 |
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