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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 23V478000

2022 Lexus Nx450h+ | 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime | 2022 Toyota Rav4 Prime — Electrical system: propulsion system: dc/dc converter

Published July 12, 2023 · Recall initiated: July 12, 2023

Summary

NHTSA records recall 23V478000, published July 12, 2023. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2022 Lexus Nx450h+ | 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime | 2022 Toyota Rav4 Prime — Electrical system: propulsion system: dc/dc converter.

What's the hazard

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.

What to do

Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.

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Recall details

Brand
LEXUS
Model
NX450H+
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Lot
2022 LEXUS NX450H+ | 2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME | 2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2022 Lexus Nx450h+ | 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime | 2022 Toyota Rav4 Prime — Electrical system: propulsion system: dc/dc converter recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V478000 on July 12, 2023. Reported hazard: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.

What should I do if I have this product?

Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LEXUS. Model: NX450H+.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)