Inverter failure may cause hybrid vehicle to stall
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 prius v vehicles manufactured august 22, 2011, to june 30, 2014. 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.
Safety Consequence
The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. the hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unti (ecu) and the hybrid control ecu, free of charge. the recall began on july 30, 2015. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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FAQ: Recall 15V449000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V449000?
NHTSA recall 15V449000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on July 15, 2015. It addresses: Inverter failure may cause hybrid vehicle to stall. The recall affects approximately 108,624 vehicles, with the defect involving the Hybrid Propulsion System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V449000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.