Toyota Prius C recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 26, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2018–2019 Toyota Prius C

Recall number

19V491000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 464 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of drive increases the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Prius C vehicles. The DC-DC converter may fail resulting in the auxiliary battery no longer receiving power from the converter, which may cause a loss of drive.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DC-DC converter with a new one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0K.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.