NHTSA recall 18V-579 (18V579000)
electrical system recall reported September 5, 2018 - about 192,347 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V579000
- Also written as
- 18V-579
- Manufacturer number
- J0T
- Reported
- September 5, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~192,347
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-579 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.