Prius v Recall

Discussion in 'Prius v Main Forum' started by zemit, Apr 20, 2012.

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  1. zemit

    zemit Junior Member

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    Does anyone know the details of this recall? I'm taking my car on a road trip this weekend but am having second thoughts.

    2012 Toyota Prius V

    The Problem: Weakened actuators in the Prius V’s exhaust-heat recovery system can cause engine coolants in the Prius V to leak, causing the hybrid’s warning light to turn, making the car run in safe mode.
    The Fix: Toyota will replace the actuators free of charge.
    Number of Vehicles Potentially Affected: About 20,000 units.

    Sad I can't post an URL buy found it on a motor trend article dated 4/16.
     
    #1 zemit, Apr 20, 2012
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    I wouldn't worry about it for a roadtrip this weekend. We haven't seen widespread threads on the issue. More than likely, they found and issue in one of their durability vehicles and are nipping the problem in the bud.
     
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    Plus, there is a lookup through the Toyota site to see if your car has any service requirements due to TSBs. I got my car in Jan 28th and I checked, and don't have a TSB note.
     
    #4 Keiichi, Apr 22, 2012
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    Closing thread since there are already ones ongoing about this.
     
    #5 Paradox, Apr 22, 2012
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