Toyota Prius recalls

62 official safety recalls for the Toyota Prius from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Water in rear door switch may open door unexpectedly
Reported March 16, 2026Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2026/0272,235 vehicles affected
Water may enter the rear door opener switch and activate it, causing the door to open unexpectedly. A relay and wiring harness will be installed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Relay and Wire Harness installation on certain Prius
Defect
For affected vehicles that are equipped with an electric rear door lock system which includes a door opener switch and a rear door lock release actuator If the seal performance for this switch is reduced this can temporarily allow water to enter the switch which can cause the switch to activate and the door could open unexpectedly.
Remedy
Installation of relay and wire harness.
Water may short circuit rear door switches
Reported January 28, 2026Model years 2023–2026NHTSA campaign 26V049000141,286 vehicles affected
Water may enter a rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked door to open unexpectedly while driving and increasing injury risk. Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Consequence
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.
Rearview camera image may freeze or go blank
Reported October 30, 2025Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 25V7440001,024,407 vehicles affected
A software error may freeze the rearview camera or leave the screen blank in reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the parking assist software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Load capacity label may show incorrect weight values
Reported July 23, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V54800033,848 vehicles affected
The load carrying capacity modification label may show inaccurate added weight values, which could lead to overloading and increase crash risk. New labels will be mailed to owners free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
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.
Rear door switch may short circuit
Reported April 17, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V27400055,690 vehicles affected
Water may enter a rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly while driving or in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace both rear door opener switches free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Consequence
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving or during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both right and left rear door opener switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.
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.
Hybrid system may shut down due to software error
Reported October 18, 2021Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2021/332192 vehicles affected
Incorrect programming may cause the hybrid ECU to misread the shifter position signal, potentially shutting down the hybrid system. Dealers will reprogram the ECU.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INCORRECT PROGRAMMING IN RELATION TO TRANSMISSION SHIFT POSITION STATUS MIGHT CAUSE HYBRID SYSTEM TO SHUT DOWN
Defect
Due to incorrect programming the hybrid vehicle ECU can incorrectly determine that the validation signal is erroneous for the shifter position
Remedy
Reprogram the Hybrid ECU.
Engine software may shut down hybrid system
Reported September 22, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V7340008,411 vehicles affected
The engine control unit software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TB07/21TA07.
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.
Pre-crash brake assistance may be delayed
Reported August 9, 2021Model years 2020–2021DVSA recall R/2021/260540 vehicles affected
The pre-crash brake assistance function may be delayed. The brake booster assembly with master cylinder ECU will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE PRE-CRASH BRAKE ASSIST FUNCTION CAN BE DELAYED
Defect
The pre-crash brake assist function can be delayed.
Remedy
Reprogram the Brake booster assembly with master cylinder ECU.
Hybrid unit may shut down and cause loss of power
Reported July 27, 2020Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2020/190111,448 vehicles affected
Under certain circumstances, the hybrid unit may shut down and cause loss of motive power. The Power Management ECU will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES THE HYBRID UNIT MAY SHUT DOWN AND CAUSE LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER
Defect
Under certain circumstances the hybrid unit may shut down and cause loss of motive power.
Remedy
Reprogram the Power Management ECU.
Inverter voltage may shut down hybrid system
Reported June 24, 2020Model years 2013–2015NHTSA campaign 20V369000266,638 vehicles affected
Excessive voltage in the inverter may shut down the hybrid system and stall the vehicle, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the hybrid system software and repair or replace the inverter first if it has experienced a related failure, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V-684. 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.
Consequence
An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system. If the vehicle has experienced an inverter failure with certain hybrid system faults related to this condition, the inverter assembly will be repaired or replaced, prior to software update. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB10 / 20TA10.
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.
Driver seat belt reminder switch may be assembled incorrectly
Reported March 9, 2020Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2020/02523,340 vehicles affected
The electrical contacts in the driver seat belt reminder switch may be assembled incorrectly. The driver side seat inner belt will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT REMINDER SWITCH
Defect
An improper assembly of the electrical contacts in the reminder switch for the driver seat belt
Remedy
Replace driver side seat inner belt.
Combination meter may develop an electrical short
Reported January 27, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/440EU Safety Gate A12/01125/20148 vehicles affected
An electrical short circuit may occur in the combination meter. The meter circuit plate will be inspected and replaced based on the result.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE COMBINATION METER COULD OCCUR
Defect
An electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur.
Remedy
Inspect and replace the meter circuit plate based on the inspection result
Instrument display may go blank
Reported December 11, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V8760003,751 vehicles affected
An electrical short in the combination meter may blank the speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge, hiding important information and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the flash memory chip and, if necessary, replace it and the combination meter circuit board free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Prius vehicles. An electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur, causing the speedometer, the odometer, and the fuel gauge to go blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Consequence
A blank main display will not show important information like vehicle speed or fuel level. Driving with an inoperative display can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flash memory chip (ROM) production date, and if necessary, replace it along with the combination meter circuit board, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 19TA21 and 19TB21.
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.
Seat covers may prevent side airbag deployment
Reported November 4, 2019Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2019/33319,435 vehicles affected
Incorrectly fitted front seat covers may prevent the seat mounted side airbag from deploying properly. The covers will be inspected and incorrectly fitted ones replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INCORRECTLY INSTALLED COVERS COULD PREVENT THE SEAT-MOUNTED SIDE AIRBAG FROM DEPLOYING
Defect
Incorrectly installed covers could prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.
Remedy
Inspect the covers installed on the front seats and replace any incorrectly installed covers
Brake booster pump may stop working
Reported November 4, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/2488,584 vehicles affected
An electrical connection inside the motor may cause the brake booster pump to stop working. The pump assembly will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP MAY STOP WORKING
Defect
An electrical connection within the motor may cause the brake booster pump to stop operating
Remedy
Inspect and replace the brake booster pump assembly if necessary.
Brake booster pump may fail
Reported July 24, 2019Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 19V5440006,925 vehicles affected
The brake booster pump may fail, disabling vehicle stability control and reducing braking assistance, which increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the pump free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system and a loss of braking assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Consequence
Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or a loss of braking assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2019. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 and Lexus owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are K1L/K0L. Lexus' numbers for this recall are K2F/KLF.
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.
Load capacity label may become illegible
Reported March 27, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V2440003,634 vehicles affected
The load capacity label may become unreadable, so drivers may unknowingly overload the vehicle and increase crash risk. Dealers will provide corrected labels free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.
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.
Hybrid system may not enter failsafe mode
Reported January 14, 2019Model years 2008–2014DVSA recall R/2018/293166,557 vehicles affected
The vehicle may not enter failsafe driving mode as intended in response to certain hybrid system faults. The Power Management ECU will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE MAY NOT ENTER FAILSAFE DRIVING MODE AS INTENDED IN RESPONSE TO CERTAIN HYBRID SYSTEM FAULTS
Defect
The vehicle may not enter a failsafe driving mode as intended.
Remedy
Reprogram the Power Management ECU.
Hybrid system may shut down while driving
Reported October 4, 2018Model years 2010–2014NHTSA campaign 18V684000807,329 vehicles affected
Excess voltage in the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down and the vehicle to stall while driving, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the motor-generator and hybrid control software as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Defect
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.
Consequence
If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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.
Engine wiring may wear against the power control unit cover
Reported October 1, 2018Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2018/24097,179 vehicles affected
The engine wiring harness may contact the hybrid power control unit cover. If its insulation wears through and wires are exposed, fire risk increases. The harness will be inspected and repaired or replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTED TO HYBRID VEHICLE POWER CONTROL UNIT COULD CONTACT COVER
Defect
Due to assembly variation a portion of the engine wire harness could contact the cover.Should the insulation wear and the core wires become exposed there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Inspect the engine wire harness and repair or replace it if necessary.
Engine wire harness may wear and short
Reported September 5, 2018Model years 2016–2018NHTSA campaign 18V579000192,347 vehicles affected
The engine wire harness may rub against the power control unit cover and wear, causing an electrical short that can increase the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect the harness, replace it if damaged and add a protective sleeve or tape, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect
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.
Consequence
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.
Air bag sensors may fail to detect a crash
Reported January 31, 2018Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 18V08500048,672 vehicles affected
The air bag pressure or acceleration sensors may fail, preventing the side, curtain or front air bags from deploying in a crash and increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace sensors as needed based on their serial numbers, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles. The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors may fail causing the side/curtain shield air bags and/or the front air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash.
Consequence
If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are JLA, J0F.
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.
Electric vehicle fuse may fail under high load
Reported December 4, 2017Model years 2012–2015DVSA recall R/2017/3091,399 vehicles affected
Repeated high-load electric motor use may cause the fuse to fail, bringing on warning lights and messages. The vehicle may have reduced power or lose motive power if the hybrid system shuts down. The fuse will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) FUSE MAY MALFUNCTION
Defect
The Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse which may malfunction if the vehicle isrepeatedly operated by the electric motor under high-load driving conditions such as during a long hill climb. If the fuse malfunctions warning lights and warning messages will illuminate. In some cases the vehicle can be driven but with reduced power. In other cases the hybrid system could shut down resulting in the loss of motive power.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the fuse.
Inverter capacitor may be insecure
Reported December 4, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/2866 vehicles affected
The inverter capacitor may not be properly bolted to its housing, allowing vibration to damage its terminal during normal operation. The inverter assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INVERTOR CAPACITOR MAY NOT BE SECURE
Defect
The hybrid system of the subject vehicles includes an inverter assembly which contains a capacitor that may not have been properly bolted to the inverter housing. In this condition the terminal of the capacitor could be damaged by vibration during normal vehicle operation.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the invertor assembly
Hybrid battery fuse may fracture
Reported November 15, 2017Model years 2012–2015NHTSA campaign 17V71800039,915 vehicles affected
Repeated high-load driving, such as climbing long hills, may fracture the hybrid battery fuse. The hybrid system could shut down and cause loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash at higher speeds. Dealers will replace the fuse free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Defect
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.
Consequence
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.
Hybrid system capacitor may come loose
Reported October 18, 2017Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 17V6580006 vehicles affected
An improperly secured inverter capacitor may be damaged by vibration, shutting down the hybrid system and causing loss of motive power, which can increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the inverter free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Prius vehicles. A capacitor within the hybrid system may not have been properly bolted to the inverter housing.
Consequence
If the capacitor was not properly secured, vibrations from driving the vehicle may damage the capacitor, shutting down the hybrid system, causing a loss of motive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inverter, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by early December 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0U.
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.
Spare tire may have incorrect pressure
Reported May 2, 2017Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 17V295000409 vehicles affected
The spare tire may not be inflated to the pressure shown on the tire pressure label and may not perform as intended, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the spare tires and adjust their pressure as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Defect
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Consequence
A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
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.
Passenger airbag inflator may leak and partially inflate
Reported November 28, 2016Model years 2015–2016DVSA recall R/2016/213691 vehicles affected
The passenger airbag inflator may leak compressed gas, causing partial inflation without a deployment command. The passenger airbag unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAG MAY INCORRECTLY DEPLOY
Defect
The passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured/assembled. This may allow leakage of compressed gas and partial inflation of the airbag without a deployment command.
Remedy
Replace passenger airbag unit.
Parking brake cable may disengage
Reported November 21, 2016Model years 2015–2016DVSA recall R/2016/2374,617 vehicles affected
The parking brake cable may disengage at the pedal end over time, making the parking brake inoperative. Retaining clips will be fitted to the cable.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE MAY FAIL
Defect
The subject vehicles are equipped with a foot-operated parking brake system containing a parking brake cable and a crank lever which upon activation transmit the force of the parking brake pedal to the brake caliper piston. Over time during normal operation of the vehicle the cable could disengage at the pedal end causing the parking brake to become inoperative.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit retaining clips for the cable.
Parking brake cable may disengage
Reported October 14, 2016Model years 2016–2017NHTSA campaign 16V74100091,585 vehicles affected
The parking brake cable may disengage. If the vehicle is left out of Park with the ignition on, it may roll unexpectedly and increase crash risk. Dealers will install a clip to keep the cable from disengaging, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Prius vehicles manufactured August 6, 2015, to October 3, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with a foot-operated parking brake system that has a parking brake cable that may disengage.
Consequence
If the parking brake cable disengages from the mechanism and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while the ignition is on and the driver leaves the vehicle, the vehicle may roll unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a clip at the parking brake cable end to prevent the cable from disengaging, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G01.
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.
Fuel tank canister may crack and leak fuel
Reported September 22, 2016Model years 2008–2015DVSA recall R/2016/152145,782 vehicles affected
A crack may form in the fuel vapour canister and expand, allowing fuel to leak when the tank is full. Fuel or vapour near an ignition source could increase the risk of fire. The fuel suction plate sub-assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY LEAK / RISK OF FIRE
Defect
The vehicles are equipped with a fuel evaporative emission control unit (canister) assembled to the fuel tank. There is a possibility that a crack could develop on the resin channel for the emission gas flow due to an improper shape of the channel edge at that location. The crack could expand over time and eventually fuel may leak from the crack when the vehicle has a full tank. Fuel or fuel vapour in the presence of an ignition source could increase the risk of a vehicle fire
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel suction plate sub-assembly.
Passenger air bag may partially inflate unexpectedly
Reported September 16, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V6720007,817 vehicles affected
A manufacturing error may cause the front passenger air bag to partially inflate unexpectedly, increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Prius vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015, to June 14, 2016. An air bag inflator manufacturing error may result in the inadvertent partial inflation of the front passenger air bag.
Consequence
A front passenger air bag that unintentionally inflates can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0W.
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.
Curtain airbag may partially inflate unintentionally
Reported September 12, 2016Model years 2008–2012DVSA recall R/2016/15334,135 vehicles affected
A cracked weld in the curtain airbag inflator may allow gas to leak and, in certain conditions, partially inflate the airbag. Retention brackets will be installed on the inflators.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY UNINTENTIONALLY
Defect
On affected vehicles the curtain side air bag inflator may have a crack in a weld. If this crack propagates gas may leak and in certain conditions partially in inflate the air bag.
Remedy
On affected vehicles install retention brackets on the curtain shield air bag inflators.
Curtain airbag inflator weld may crack
Reported June 30, 2016Model years 2010–2012NHTSA campaign 16V487000482,002 vehicles affected
A weld in the curtain airbag inflator may crack, allowing part of the inflator to enter the passenger cabin and increasing injury risk. Dealers will install retention brackets, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Toyota Prius, 2010 and 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, and 2011-2012 Lexus CT200h vehicles. A weld in the curtain shield air bag inflator may crack causing one or both portions of the inflator to eject into the passenger cabin.
Consequence
If either portion of the curtain shield air bag inflator ejects into the passenger cabin, there is an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install retention brackets to the curtain shield air bags, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota Customer Service Department at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is Toyota G0U, and Lexus GLJ.
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.
Seat heater wiring may short circuit
Reported June 2, 2016Model years 2010–2012NHTSA campaign 16V3960007,749 vehicles affected
Seat cushion compression may damage the seat heater wiring, allowing its copper heating element to short circuit and increasing fire risk. Dealers will disconnect the seat heaters free of charge, and the purchase price of the accessory will be refunded.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Defect
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Consequence
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
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.
Inverter may overheat and shut down hybrid system
Reported August 10, 2015Model years 2011–2014DVSA recall R/2015/152123,670 vehicles affected
The inverter may overheat, illuminating warning lamps and reducing power. The hybrid system may shut down and stop the vehicle, increasing collision risk. The Motor Generator and Power Management ECUs will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF POWER
Defect
The inverter assembly may overheat which will cause warning lamps to illuminate and the vehicle to enter a fail safe mode. Fail safe allows the vehicle to be driven on reduced power to a place of safety. However it is possible for the hybrid system to shut down causing the vehicle to stop which increases the risk of a collision.
Remedy
On affected vehicles reprogramme the Motor Generator and Power Management ECUs.
Seat heater wiring may short
Reported November 19, 2014Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 14V7430003,233 vehicles affected
Seat cushion compression may damage heater wiring, which could short and cause the seat to burn and injure an occupant. Dealers will disconnect heaters with copper strand elements and refund the seat heater accessory purchase price free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Defect
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
Consequence
Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
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.
Inverter may overheat and cause loss of power
Reported March 10, 2014Model years 2009–2014DVSA recall R/2014/02430,788 vehicles affected
Inverter components may overheat, causing reduced-power fail-safe mode or shutdown of the drive systems. The motor generator and power management control units will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF POWER MAY OCCUR
Defect
In certain circumstances components within the inverter assembly may overheat which can lead to the selection of: fail safe mode where the vehicle can still drive with reduced power for a certain distance or in the worst case the drive systems shut down and the vehicle stop.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to reprogramme the Motor Generator E.C.U. and Power Management Control E.C.U.
Hybrid inverter transistors may fail
Reported February 12, 2014Model years 2010–2014NHTSA campaign 14V053000698,457 vehicles affected
High operating temperatures may damage inverter transistors, reducing power or shutting down the hybrid system and causing a stall. Dealers will update the motor/generator and hybrid control software free of charge; if the inverter fails before the update, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power allowing it to only drive a short distance.
Consequence
The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the vehicle receives updated software, the dealer will repair or replace the inverter assembly with a new one at no charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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.
Brake booster may reduce braking efficiency
Reported July 2, 2013Model years 2008–2009DVSA recall R/2013/070EU Safety Gate A12/0741/139,882 vehicles affected
A fatigue crack in the brake pressure accumulator may let nitrogen enter the brake fluid, lengthening pedal travel and reducing hydraulic pressure, which can increase stopping distance. The brake booster will be checked and replaced with an improved one if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
Defect
The subject vehicles are equipped with brake pressure accumulators consisting of a metal plunger containing brake fluid encased in a metal housing. The plunger is designed with metal pleated bellows to allow for motion. Nitrogen gas is sealed between the plunger and housing. It is possible that a fatigue crack could develop in the bellows due to vertical vibration of the plunger while driving. If this occurs nitrogen gas could leak into the brake fluid and gradually cause the brake pedal stroke to become longer resulting in decreased hydraulic pressure which could result in increased stopping distance.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to first check which type of brake booster is fitted and if the at risk type is fitted; replace the brake booster assembly with an improved one.
Brake booster pump may leak gas into brake fluid
Reported June 5, 2013Model years 2010NHTSA campaign 13V23500087,060 vehicles affected
Nitrogen gas may leak from the brake booster pump into the brake fluid, reducing hydraulic pressure at the brake pedal. This may increase stopping distance and the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the affected brake booster pump assemblies.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Prius vehicles manufactured March 31, 2009, through October 9, 2009; and model year 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured June 19, 2009, through October 9, 2009. Nitrogen gas from a component of the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid.
Consequence
As nitrogen is released into the brake fluid, the brake pedal may have reduced hydraulic pressure. Under certain circumstances, this condition could affect stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake booster pump assemblies. The recall began on August 7, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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.
Weight label may be inaccurate
Reported April 9, 2013Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 13V1230007,525 vehicles affected
An inaccurate label may lead to overloading the vehicle or tires. Overloading can cause tire failure and a crash. Owners will receive a corrected label with installation instructions; some vehicles need additional remedies still being developed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FR-S, 2011 Scion XD, 2011 Scion XB, and 2012 Scion TC vehicles. These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
Remedy
Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
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.
Passenger seat sensing system may be out of calibration
Reported January 16, 2013Model years 2009–2012NHTSA campaign 13V0140003,235 vehicles affected
If the passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front airbag may not deploy or may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will test and recalibrate the sensors as needed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
Consequence
If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
Remedy
Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
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.
Hybrid water pump may fail or short circuit
Reported December 3, 2012Model years 2003–2009DVSA recall R/2012/14652,503 vehicles affected
A scratched pump motor coil may corrode or break, stopping coolant circulation; a short circuit could blow a fuse and stop the hybrid system while driving. Dealers will replace the high-voltage electric water pump.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
Defect
In the Hybrid system of the subject vehicles there is an electrically driven water pump assembly that circulates coolant through the hybrid components. It is possible the coil wire of the electric motor installed in the water pump may have been scratched during the coiling manufacturing process at the supplier. In this condition the coil wire may corrode at the scratched portion and in some cases break. If this occurs the water pump could stop working leading to illumination of various warning lights in the instrument panel. In some cases a short circuit occurs between adjacent coil wires resulting in a blown fuse for the electric power supply circuit. This will cause the hybrid system to stop while the vehicle is being driven which increases the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Replace the HV Electric Water Pump
Steering shaft splines may wear and cause loss of steering
Reported December 3, 2012Model years 2003–2009DVSA recall R/2012/145247,640 vehicles affected
Incorrect hardening may cause the steering shaft splines to distort and wear, eventually resulting in loss of steering. The shaft will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF STEERING
Defect
It is possible that the splines of the extension shaft on vehicles equipped with Electric Motor assisted Power Steering (EMPS) may not have received the correct hardness treatment. This can cause the spline to distort and wear and eventually result in loss of steering.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles check and if necessary replace the shaft.
Steering shaft splines may wear and fail
Reported November 14, 2012Model years 2004–2009NHTSA campaign 12V537000669,705 vehicles affected
Insufficiently hard splines in the steering extension shaft may wear and fail over time, causing loss of steering and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the shaft and replace it if it has insufficient hardness, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 Prius vehicles manufactured August 5, 2003, through March 30, 2009. The affected vehicles have a steering intermediate extension shaft assembly built with metal splines that complete the connection from the steering wheel to the steering gear. These splines may have been manufactured with an insufficient hardness.
Consequence
Over time, the splines may wear and eventually fail resulting in a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the extension shaft and replace it if it is one with insufficient hardness, free of charge. The recall began during December 2012. Owners may contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.
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.
Hybrid water pump coil wire may corrode and break
Reported November 14, 2012Model years 2004–2009NHTSA campaign 12V536000350,662 vehicles affected
A scratched coil wire inside the electric water pump may corrode and break, stopping the pump. A short circuit or blown fuse could cause a stall-like condition while driving and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the pump free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 Prius vehicles manufactured August 6, 2003, through March 30, 2009 and FCHV-adv vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, through September 13, 2011. During manufacturing, a scratch may have occurred inside of the electrically driven water pump at the coil wire. The coil wire may corrode at the scratched portion.
Consequence
The corroded coil wire may break and the water pump could stop. The corroded coil wire could cause a short circuit between coil wires and a possible open fuse, creating a stall-like condition of the hybrid system while the vehicle is being driven. This may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will replace the electric water pump, free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.
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.
Steering motor shaft securing nut may loosen
Reported June 27, 2011Model years 2000–2003DVSA recall R/2011/0651,257 vehicles affected
Excessive force during full-lock manoeuvres may loosen the nut securing the pinion to the electric power steering motor shaft, potentially affecting steering. The securing nut will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING CONTROL COULD BE AFFECTED
Defect
The nut that secures the pinion to the electric power steering system motor shaft may become loose if excessive force is used in full lock manoeuvrers. This could in extreme cases have an affect on the steering operation.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the securing nut.
Steering linkage may loosen
Reported June 1, 2011Model years 2001–2003NHTSA campaign 11V30400052,377 vehicles affected
The steering linkage may loosen and reduce electric steering assistance, especially when turning left. Loss of power steering may increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the steering linkage nuts free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001 THROUGH 2003 PRIUS PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 28, 2000, THROUGH MAY 30, 2003. THE STEERING LINKAGE MAY LOOSEN, RESULTING IN REDUCED ELECTRIC STEERING ASSISTANCE WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN.
Consequence
LOSS OF POWER STEERING, PARTICULARLY WHEN AN OPERATOR IS ACTIVELY INTENDING TO STEER THE VEHICLE, MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE NUTS IN THE STEERING LINKAGE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
ABS programming may increase stopping distance
Reported February 9, 2010Model years 2010NHTSA campaign 10V039000148,549 vehicles affected
After ABS activation on rough or slippery roads, braking may feel inconsistent and stopping distances may be longer than expected, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the ABS control unit programming free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS AND LEXUS HS250H PASSENGER VEHICLES. CUSTOMERS HAVE EXPERIENCED INCONSISTENT BRAKE FEEL AFTER ABS ACTUATION DURING SLOW AND STEADY APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES ON ROUGH OR SLICK ROAD SURFACES. STOPPING DISTANCES MAY BE INCREASED COMPARED WITH A CUSTOMER'S EXPECTATION FOR A GIVEN PEDAL FORCE.
Consequence
VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES MAY INCREASE RELATIVE TO A CUSTOMER'S EXPECTATION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REWRITE THE PROGRAMMING OF THE ABS CONTROL UNIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2010, AND IS EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN LATE MARCH 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 AND LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
TOYOTA RECALL NO. AOB LEXUS ALA.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Load capacity labels may be missing
Reported February 3, 2010Model years 2005–2010NHTSA campaign 10V036000153,418 vehicles affected
Missing load carrying capacity labels could lead a driver to overload the vehicle, increasing crash risk. Dealers will mail corrected labels or install them free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence
A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
Notes
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Load capacity labels may be missing
Reported February 3, 2010Model years 2009–2010NHTSA campaign 10V035000271,417 vehicles affected
Required load carrying capacity labels are missing, so the vehicles do not meet the applicable standard. Dealers will mail corrected labels or install them free of charge and correct the owner's manual.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
Notes
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Accelerator pedal may become trapped by floor mat
Reported October 5, 2009Model years 2004–2009NHTSA campaign 09V3880004,445,056 vehicles affected
An unsecured or incompatible floor mat may trap the accelerator pedal wide open, making it difficult to stop and potentially causing a crash. Dealers will modify the pedal and, on certain vehicles, the floor surface; redesigned pedals and mats or mat repurchase are also described in the remedy.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.
Consequence
A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy
TOYOTA FILED AN AMENDED DEFECT REPORT ON NOVEMBER 25, 2009, STATING THAT DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, ALTER THE SHAPE OF THE FLOOR SURFACE UNDER THE PEDAL. THESE CHANGES ADDRESS THE RISK OF PEDAL ENTRAPMENT DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE FLOOR MAT. REDESIGNED ACCELERATOR PEDALS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE BEGINNING IN APRIL 2010 AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MODIFIED PEDAL WITH THE NEW PEDAL IF DESIRED. ALSO, DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY GENUINE TOYOTA OR LEXUS ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS WITH REDESIGNED ALL-WEATHER MATS, OR REPURCHASE THE PREVIOUS MATS FROM OWNERS WHO DO NOT WANT THE NEW ONES. ADDITIONALLY, SOFTWARE MODIFICATIONS WILL BE INSTALLED ON CAMRY, AVALON AND LEXUS ES 350, IS 350 AND IS 250 MODELS THAT WILL ENSURE THAT THE BRAKE OVERRIDES THE ACCELERATOR IN THE EVENT BOTH BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS ARE APPLIED. TOYOTA WILL BEGIN MAILING LETTERS TO OWNERS ON DECEMBER 31, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331, LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
TOYOTA RECALL NO. 90L/90LG.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Crankshaft sensor may cause the engine to stall
Reported November 27, 2006Model years 2001DVSA recall R/2006/13023,679 vehicles affected
Engine oil may enter the crankshaft position sensor connector and deform the sensor as it heats up. The connector could come loose, causing the engine to stall while driving and preventing it from restarting. The sensor will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY STALL
Defect
Due to improper moulding of the body of the crankshaft position sensor engine oil may penetrate the seal and enter the sensor wiring connector. In this condition the engine oil within the sensor's wiring connector may expand due to engine heat and could deform the sensor. In the worst case the connector may become disconnected which could cause the engine to stall while driving and restarting would not be possible.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the crankshaft position sensor replaced.
Steering connections may loosen
Reported September 13, 2006Model years 2003–2005DVSA recall R/2006/103196,860 vehicles affected
Connections at the steering column’s intermediate shaft and sliding yoke may loosen. If symptoms are ignored, steering control could be lost. The intermediate shaft will be replaced, and the sliding yoke and shaft extension inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING MAY FAIL
Defect
It is possible that the connections at the intermediate shaft and sliding yoke of the steering column may become loose and if the symptoms are ignored steering control can be lost.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering intermediate shaft. In addition inspect the sliding yoke and intermediate shaft extension and replace if necessary. This recall is staggered starting with Prius and Corrolla. Avensis customer letters will be sent out over the next three months
Airbags may not fully inflate in a collision
Reported July 26, 2006Model years 2003–2005DVSA recall R/2006/05722 vehicles affected
Improperly assembled inflators may prevent the side, curtain shield or knee airbags from fully inflating in a collision, increasing the risk of injury. Replace the affected airbags.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE DURING A COLLISION
Defect
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
Crankshaft position sensor may disconnect
Reported July 19, 2006Model years 2001–2002NHTSA campaign 06V26600034,771 vehicles affected
Oil may enter the sensor connector and heat may deform it, allowing it to disconnect. The engine could stall while driving and may not restart. Dealers will replace the sensor free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER MOLDING OF THE RESIN BODY OF THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENOR INSTALLED ON THE ENGINE BLOCK, ENGINE OIL MAY PENETRATE THE SEAL AND ENTER THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR. THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENTLY ATTACHED TO THE LOCKING TAB OF THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR.
Consequence
ENGINE OIL INSIDE THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR COULD CAUSE EXPANSION DUE TO THE HEAT OF THE ENGINE AND COULD DEFORM THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR. THE CONNECTOR MAY BECOME DISCONNECTED, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING AND NOT BE ABLE TO BE RESTARTED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
TOYOTA RECALL NO. SSC 60G.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Steering shaft or sliding yoke may crack
Reported May 31, 2006Model years 2004–2006NHTSA campaign 06V188000170,856 vehicles affected
Large forces may crack the steering intermediate shaft or sliding yoke, causing the connection to separate or the sleeve to fracture. This could result in loss of steering control. The steering shaft will be replaced and the sliding yoke inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT AND SLIDING YOKE IN THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SYSTEM CAN CRACK WHEN LARGE FORCES ARE APPLIED AND THE CONNECTION MAY SEPARATE OR THE SLEEVE MAY FRACTURE.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
TOYOTA WILL REPLACE THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT AND INSPECT THE SLIDING YOKE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
TOYOTA RECALL NO. 60C.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Airbag inflator may not inflate the bag properly
Reported April 3, 2006Model years 2004–2006NHTSA campaign 06V096000133 vehicles affected
An inflator may have too little heating agent to produce enough gas to inflate the airbag properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the affected airbag.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR, WHICH IS USED IN THE SIDE AIR BAG, THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAG, AND THE KNEE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY, SOME INFLATORS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF THE HEATING AGENTS NECESSARY FOR PROPER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. IN THIS CONDITION, THE EXPANSION FORCE OF THE GAS MAY BE INSUFFICIENT TO PROPERLY INFLATE THE AIR BAG WHEN THE SRS SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED DURING A CRASH.
Consequence
THIS MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT IN THE INVOLVED SEATING POSITION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPECIFIC SRS AIR BAG. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 6, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371, SCION AT 1-866-548-1851, OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
TOYOTA RECALL NO. 60B AND LEXUS RECALL NO. 6LB.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Stop lamps may fail
Reported March 14, 2005DVSA recall R/2004/1981,106 vehicles affected
Silicone oxide may build up on a stop lamp switch contact and increase resistance, stopping current from reaching the stop lamps. The switch will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSBILITY THAT THE STOP LAMP COULD FAIL
Defect
In the stop lamp switch of subject vehicles equipped with LED stop lamps there is the possibility that silicone oxide may be generated the surface of the contact point and in consequence the resistance of the contact could increase. In this circumstance current may not flow causing the stop lamp to become inoperative.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the subject switch replaced with a quality assured unit.
Brake light switch may stop working
Reported November 22, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V558000183,090 vehicles affected
Silicon oxide buildup on the brake light switch contacts may make the switch inoperable, leaving the brake lights unable to illuminate and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the switch.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN IMPROPERLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. A SILICON OXIDE BUILD-UP OCCURS ON THE CONTACTS INSIDE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH, WHICH CAN MAKE IT INOPERABLE.
Consequence
IF THE SWITCH IS INOPERABLE, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ILLUMINATE AND CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING DECEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
TOYOTA RECALL NO. SSC 40/LEXUS RECALL NO. SSC 4LH.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Steering sensor fault may increase steering effort
Reported September 21, 2000Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 00V2850001,772 vehicles affected
Poor electrical contact in the torque sensor may send incorrect signals, triggering a steering warning and increasing steering effort depending on vehicle speed. Dealers will repair the electric steering gear box.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INSUFFICIENT ELECTRICAL CONTACT CAN OCCUR IN THE TORQUE SENSOR THAT CONTROLS THE POWER ASSIST OPERATION OF THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING GEAR BOX. THE TORQUE SENSOR COULD SEND IMPROPER ELECTRICAL SIGNALS.
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS, THE POWER STEERING WARNING ICON WILL BE DISPLAYED ON THE CENTER PANEL, AND THE DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE HIGHER THAN NORMAL STEERING EFFORT DEPENDING UPON VEHICLE SPEED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE ELECTRIC STEERING GEAR BOX.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 27, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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Water in rear door switch may open door unexpectedly

Water may short circuit rear door switches

Rearview camera image may freeze or go blank

Load capacity label may show incorrect weight values

Rear door switch may short circuit

Hybrid system may shut down due to software error

Engine software may shut down hybrid system

Pre-crash brake assistance may be delayed

Hybrid unit may shut down and cause loss of power

Inverter voltage may shut down hybrid system

Driver seat belt reminder switch may be assembled incorrectly

Combination meter may develop an electrical short

Instrument display may go blank

Seat covers may prevent side airbag deployment

Brake booster pump may stop working

Brake booster pump may fail

Load capacity label may become illegible

Hybrid system may not enter failsafe mode

Hybrid system may shut down while driving

Engine wiring may wear against the power control unit cover

Engine wire harness may wear and short

Air bag sensors may fail to detect a crash

Electric vehicle fuse may fail under high load

Inverter capacitor may be insecure

Hybrid battery fuse may fracture

Hybrid system capacitor may come loose

Spare tire may have incorrect pressure

Passenger airbag inflator may leak and partially inflate

Parking brake cable may disengage

Parking brake cable may disengage

Fuel tank canister may crack and leak fuel

Passenger air bag may partially inflate unexpectedly

Curtain airbag may partially inflate unintentionally

Curtain airbag inflator weld may crack

Seat heater wiring may short circuit

Inverter may overheat and shut down hybrid system

Seat heater wiring may short

Inverter may overheat and cause loss of power

Hybrid inverter transistors may fail

Brake booster may reduce braking efficiency

Brake booster pump may leak gas into brake fluid

Weight label may be inaccurate

Passenger seat sensing system may be out of calibration

Hybrid water pump may fail or short circuit

Steering shaft splines may wear and cause loss of steering

Steering shaft splines may wear and fail

Hybrid water pump coil wire may corrode and break

Steering motor shaft securing nut may loosen

Steering linkage may loosen

ABS programming may increase stopping distance

Load capacity labels may be missing

Load capacity labels may be missing

Accelerator pedal may become trapped by floor mat

Crankshaft sensor may cause the engine to stall

Steering connections may loosen

Airbags may not fully inflate in a collision

Crankshaft position sensor may disconnect

Steering shaft or sliding yoke may crack

Airbag inflator may not inflate the bag properly

Stop lamps may fail

Brake light switch may stop working

Steering sensor fault may increase steering effort