REC-003464

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0 Toyota PRIUS

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Toyota Motor Corporation Australia

Recall date: 20 November 2012

Defect

There is a possibility that the electric motor installed in the hybrid system water pump may stop functioning, leading to illumination of various warning lights on the instrument panel.

Hazard

The electric power supply circuit fuse may open, causing the hybrid system to stop while the vehicle is being driven. If left unchecked, the car could go into 'limp-home' or 'fail-safe' mode, resulting in the engine power being cut.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be notified by mail at their last known address. Owners are advised to contact their authorised Toyota dealership for inspection and rectification.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Toyota Motor Corporation Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-003464