TOYOTA PRIUS 2016: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V579000

Make Model Year
TOYOTA PRIUS 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-10-30 2018-09-05 2018-09-05

Production Dates: 2015-06-22 - 2018-05-15

Manufacturers Involved: Toyota Motor Corporation

Manufacturer Campaign Number: J0T

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 192347

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.