Toyota (Gb) RAV4 PHEV recall: The Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU (HEV-ECU) contains software that could cause the hybrid system to shut down after driving continuously in EV mode in cold temperatures and when the accelerator pedal is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle. This could result in a loss of drive and an increased risk of a crash.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU (HEV-ECU) contains software that could cause the hybrid system to shut down after driving continuously in �EV mode� in cold temperatures and when the accelerator pedal is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle. This could result in a loss…
- What to do
- Contact a Toyota (Gb) dealer to book the free repair. Reprogram the HEV ECU.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU (HEV-ECU) contains software that could cause the hybrid system to shut down after driving continuously in �EV mode� in cold temperatures and when the accelerator pedal is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle. This could result in a loss of drive and an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Reprogram the HEV ECU.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 PHEV | 26 Nov 2019 | 17 Jun 2021 | 686 |
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 13 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.