Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing: Loss Of Drive Power From Software Programming Error (electrical System)

Recall Summary Toyota is recalling certain 2026 C-HR battery electric vehicles due to a software error that can cause the vehicle's battery to overcharge during driving, potentially shutting down the electric drive system and leaving the vehicle without power. This loss of drive power increases crash risk. Toyota will fix the issue by updating the vehicle's battery control software at no cost to owners.

Recalling firm

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Product

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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.

Reason

An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will update the battery electric vehicle electronic control unit (BEV ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 18, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA17.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-09-02

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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