Recall 18V579000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Report Date

20180905

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Affected Vehicles

3 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2016	TOYOTA	PRIUS
2017	TOYOTA	PRIUS
2018	TOYOTA	PRIUS

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.