Toyota Recalls 340,000 Prius Cars Due to Brake Issues

Toyota recalls 340,000 Prius cars worldwide due to brake issues.

Toyota Prius Recall Due to Brake Issues

2016 Toyota Prius

Details of the Toyota Prius Recall

Toyota announced that it is recalling approximately 340,000 Prius vehicles from the 2016 and 2017 models worldwide due to a brake issue.

  • 92,000 vehicles are affected in the United States.
  • 212,000 vehicles are being recalled in Japan.
  • The remaining vehicles are distributed across other markets.

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Details of the Issue

The company stated that the problem lies with the parking brake, which may fail to engage when the vehicle is stopped. If the gear is placed in any position other than park (P), the vehicle could roll, potentially leading to a collision if parked on an incline, even a slight one.

2016 Toyota Prius

Repair Procedures

Toyota has also announced the repair procedure to address this issue, which will be provided to dealers worldwide at no cost to Prius owners. The process involves adding specific clips to the top of the brake cable to ensure it functions properly.

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Check Your Vehicle's Safety

For those unsure if their Prius has a brake issue, they can visit Toyota's recall website and enter their 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to determine if their vehicle is affected.

2016 Toyota Prius

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