NHTSA Recall 23V478000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V478000; Date: Jul. 12, 2023
a short circuit can cause the dc-dc converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2022 Lexus Nx450h+; 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime; 2022 Toyota Rav4 Prime
Component: Electrical System:propulsion System:dc/dc Converter
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Affected Units:: 43,442
Recall Summary:
toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 rav4 prime and 2022 lexus nx450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (phev) vehicles. the electric current rectifying module contained within the dc-dc converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.
How to Fix:
owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees fahrenheit (5 degrees celsius). dealers will replace the dc-dc converter, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed august 7, 2023. owners may contact toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. toyota's number for this recall is 23tb07/23lb01.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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