NHTSA recall 17V718000
Hybrid propulsion system
Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid
Reported Nov 15, 201739,915 vehicles affectedToyota Motor Engineering & ManufacturingMaker’s number H0RBuilt Jul 20, 2011 – Jan 8, 2015
The 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.
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 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.