Toyota (Gb) C-hr Hv, Prius Phv, Prius recall: Engine wire harness connected to hybrid vehicle power control unit could contact cover
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to assembly variation a portion of the engine wire harness could contact the cover.Should the insulation wear and the core wires become exposed there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
- What to do
- Contact a Toyota (Gb) dealer to book the free repair. Inspect the engine wire harness and repair or replace it if necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to assembly variation a portion of the engine wire harness could contact the cover.Should the insulation wear and the core wires become exposed there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix
Inspect the engine wire harness and repair or replace it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-hr Hv | 26 May 2016 | 8 May 2018 | 32,393 |
| Prius Phv | 23 Mar 2016 | 14 May 2018 | 32,393 |
| Prius | 1 Jul 2015 | 15 May 2018 | 32,393 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 1 October 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.