2012 Toyota Prius | 2013 Toyota Prius | 2011 Toyota Prius | 2014 Toyota Prius | 2010 Toyota Prius — Hybrid propulsion system: inverter
Published February 12, 2014 · Recall initiated: February 12, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14V053000, published February 12, 2014. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2012 Toyota Prius | 2013 Toyota Prius | 2011 Toyota Prius | 2014 Toyota Prius | 2010 Toyota Prius — Hybrid propulsion system: inverter.
What's the hazard
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power allowing it to only drive a short distance.
What to do
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the vehicle receives updated software, the dealer will repair or replace the inverter assembly with a new one at no charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TOYOTA
- Model
- PRIUS
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Lot
- 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2013 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2011 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2014 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Toyota Prius | 2013 Toyota Prius | 2011 Toyota Prius | 2014 Toyota Prius | 2010 Toyota Prius — Hybrid propulsion system: inverter recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V053000 on February 12, 2014. Reported hazard: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power allowing it to only drive a short distance.
What should I do if I have this product?
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the vehicle receives updated software, the dealer will repair or replace the inverter assembly with a new one at no charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TOYOTA. Model: PRIUS.