Motor Generator ECU Error May Cause Loss of Drive Power
Official notice from a government agency or its published feed.
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid11 reports about hybrid on this site. See them all → vehicles. The motor generator ECU may encounter an error, causing the plug-in-hybrid system to reduce power or shutdown when driven at higher speeds.
Risk: An unexpected powertrain shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed starting November 22, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recallThe maker or a government agency pulled this product. Check the model or lot number and stop using it until it's fixed or refunded. is 26TA22.
Units: 30,978 · Vehicle
Hazard: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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