Recall: On some 2021-2022 Toyota and Lexus plug-in hybrid vehicles, the DC-DC converter under the rear seat could fail, and the converter and nearby parts could overheat, creating the risk of a fire

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Recall: On some 2021-2022 Toyota and Lexus plug-in hybrid vehicles, the DC-DC converter under the rear seat could fail, and the converter and nearby parts could overheat, creating the risk of a fire.

Transport Canada Recall # 2023-382

Recall Date 2023-07-12
Last Updated 2023-07-24
Notification Type Safety Mfr
System Electrical
Issued by TOYOTA
Manufacturer Recall Number SRC RF3 / SRC RF4
Units Affected The number of vehicles or components affected by the recall. 5,981
Category SUV
Recall Details
Issue:
On certain plug-in hybrid vehicles, the DC-DC converter located under the rear seat could fail. If this happens, the DC-DC converter and nearby parts could overheat.Safety Risk:
A DC-DC converter that overheats can create the risk of a fire.

Corrective Actions:
Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the DC-DC converter. To reduce the safety risk, Toyota recommends not to charge your vehicle while the air temperature is below or expected to drop below 5° C until the recall repairs have been completed.

Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
LEXUS NX 450H 2022
TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID 2021 2022
Manufacturer Name Contact Number Web Site
TOYOTA 1-888-869-6828 CHECK IF THIS RECALL APPLIES TO YOUR VEHICLE

 

 

 

 

 

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