Toyota Auris, Prius Recall R/2015/152: Loss Of Power, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 10 Aug 2015
- Launched
- 24,734
- vehicles in the UK
- BGG34
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Auris, Prius vehicles built between 26 May 2010 and 10 November 2014. The inverter assembly may overheat which will cause warning lamps to illuminate and the vehicle to enter a fail safe mode. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles reprogramme the Motor Generator and Power Management ECUs. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The inverter assembly may overheat which will cause warning lamps to illuminate and the vehicle to enter a fail safe mode. Fail safe allows the vehicle to be driven on reduced power to a place of safety. However it is possible for the hybrid system to shut down causing the vehicle to stop which increases the risk of a collision.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: LOSS OF POWER Defect: The inverter assembly may overheat which will cause warning lamps to illuminate and the vehicle to enter a fail safe mode. Fail safe allows the vehicle to be driven on reduced power to a place of safety. However it is possible for the hybrid system to shut down causing the vehicle to stop which increases the risk of a collision. Remedy: On affected vehicles reprogramme the Motor Generator and Power Management ECUs.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause warning lamps to illuminate and the vehicle to enter a fail safe mode.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles reprogramme the Motor Generator and Power Management ECUs. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Auris, Prius built between 26 May 2010 and 10 November 2014 may be included. Toyota estimates 24,734 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Toyota, because not every car in the date range may be included.
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
- Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the campaign code BGG34 or the DVSA reference R/2015/152. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| PriusRelay and Wire Harness installation on certain Prius | Book soon | R/2026/027 | |
| Auris, C-HR, CorollaHigh-Pressure Fuel Pump replacement on multiple models | Urgent | R/2024/514 | |
| Auris, C-HR, CorollaAffected vehicles are fitted with a high-pressure fuel pump which over time could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire | Urgent | R/2023/298 | |
| Prius, Prius PHVIncorrect programming in relation to transmission shift position status might cause hybrid system to shut down | Urgent | R/2021/332 | |
| PriusThe pre-crash brake assist function can be delayed | Urgent | R/2021/260 |
This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2015/095 on 22 Jun 2015, for driver side airbag may rupture. The one launched after it was R/2015/166 on 8 Sep 2015, for roof window glass may detach. You can also see every Toyota recall, the Toyota Prius recall history, all recalls launched in 2015 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/152, launched 10 August 2015. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.