Toyota PRIUS (2015–2018)

Published 2018-09-13

What the hazard is

If sufficient heat is generated, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

What to do

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Toyota Australia, asking them to contact a Toyota Dealership to arrange inspection and rectification of the engine wire harness free of charge. Consumers who require further information can contact their preferred Toyota Dealer or contact the Toyota Recall Assist Helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm AEST).

Defect

Affected vehicles have an engine wire harness connected to the hybrid vehicle Power Control Unit located within the engine compartment. A portion of the wire harness could contact the connector cover and wear over time, causing an electrical short circuit.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

Data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au. autozoo is an independent service. A repair under a recall is free to the owner.