NHTSA Recall 17V718000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V718000; Date: Nov. 15, 2017
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid; 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid; 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid; 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Component: Hybrid Propulsion System
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Affected Units:: 39,915
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 11, 2018
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