Hybrid propulsion systemRecall 17V-718 · 2012–2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recall 17V-718 covers 39,915 2012–2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid for a hybrid propulsion system problem, reported to NHTSA on November 15, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q2) shows 84% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V718000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The 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.
The 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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
84%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 1,032 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 20, 2011 to January 8, 2015. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.