Loss of Drive Power from Software Programming Error
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Loss of Drive Power from Software Programming Error
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 C-HR battery electric vehicles. A software programming error may cause the electric drive system battery to become overcharged under certain driving conditions, which can shut down the electric drive system and result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the battery electric vehicle electronic control unit (BEV ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 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 26TA17.
Units: 8,521 · Vehicle
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 C-HR battery electric vehicles. A software programming error may cause the electric drive system battery to become overcharged under certain driving conditions, which can shut down the electric drive system and result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the battery electric vehicle electronic control unit (BEV ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 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 26TA17.
Units: 8,521 · Vehicle
Hazard: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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