Toyota — Auris / Prius
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The Engine Control Unit (ECU) could reset, causing the hybrid system to shut down and resulting in the vehicle stopping while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Origin
- Japan
What is this? This is about some Toyota cars with a problem in the Engine Control Unit. The car’s computer may turn off while driving.
What's happening? If the computer turns off, the hybrid system shuts down. The car could stop suddenly while moving.
Does this affect me? This affects certain Toyota Auris and Prius cars in many countries.
What should I do? If you own one of these cars, ask a Toyota dealer or your mechanic to check it. Do not ignore any warning lights.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The Engine Control Unit (ECU) could reset, causing the hybrid system to shut down and resulting in the vehicle stopping while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. · Origin: Japan
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