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2012 Toyota Prius V

3 open recalls

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Open recalls

Source: NHTSA · synced 29 Jul 2026 13:14
Repair when you can Hybrid propulsion system

If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 807,329 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V684000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
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Repair when you can Hybrid propulsion system

The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle.

A component within the hybrid inverter assembly may overheat, causing the hybrid system to reduce output power allowing the vehicle to only drive a short distance. In some circumstances, the hybrid system may shut down causing the vehicle to stop while being driven.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 108,624 vehicles affected Read campaign 15V449000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair when you can Seats

If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position.

During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 3,235 vehicles affected Read campaign 13V014000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

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