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.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing – Engine Wire Harness May Chafe and Short
| Report Received Date | 09/05/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V579000 |
| Consequence Summary | An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | 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 Code | J0T |
| Potentially Affected | 192347 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V579000) |
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