Toyota (Gb) Ch-r Hybrid and Prius recall: Invertor capacitor may not be secure
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The hybrid system of the subject vehicles includes an inverter assembly which contains a capacitor that may not have been properly bolted to the inverter housing. In this condition the terminal of the capacitor could be damaged by vibration during normal vehicle operation.
- What to do
- Contact a Toyota (Gb) dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace the invertor assembly
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The hybrid system of the subject vehicles includes an inverter assembly which contains a capacitor that may not have been properly bolted to the inverter housing. In this condition the terminal of the capacitor could be damaged by vibration during normal vehicle operation.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace the invertor assembly
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ch-r Hybrid | 18 Jan 2016 | 10 Dec 2016 | 3 |
| Prius | 18 Jan 2016 | 10 Dec 2016 | 3 |
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 4 December 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.