Engine wire harness may chafe and short
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 toyota prius vehicles. a portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid power control unit (pcu), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. a protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began october 30, 2018. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. toyota's number for this recall is j0t.
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FAQ: Recall 18V579000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V579000?
NHTSA recall 18V579000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on September 5, 2018. It addresses: Engine wire harness may chafe and short. The recall affects approximately 192,347 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V579000 or the manufacturer campaign number J0T. 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.