2013 Toyota Prius Plug-in Recuerda
NHTSA ID DE CAMPAÑA: 17V718000
RECUERDA LA FECHA: 2017-11-17
RESUMEN
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.
CONSECUENCIAS
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.
REMEDIO
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.
COMPONENTE AFECTADO
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
NOTAS
Toyota Motor Corporation
