Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles
— Recall Campaign #21V734000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing a loss of drive power.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 8,411 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V734000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 22, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V734000 |
| Units affected: | 8,411 |
- Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequeces:
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TB07/21TA07.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.