Toyota Prius Recall R/2017/309: The Electric Vehicle (EV) Fuse May Malfunction, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 4 Dec 2017
- Launched
- 1,399
- vehicles in the UK
- GGG85
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Prius vehicles built between 20 April 2012 and 7 January 2015. The Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse which may malfunction if the vehicle isrepeatedly operated by the electric motor under high-load driving conditions such as during a long hill climb. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace the fuse. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse which may malfunction if the vehicle isrepeatedly operated by the electric motor under high-load driving conditions such as during a long hill climb. If the fuse malfunctions warning lights and warning messages will illuminate. In some cases the vehicle can be driven but with reduced power. In other cases the hybrid system could shut down resulting in the loss of motive power.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) FUSE MAY MALFUNCTION Defect: The Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse which may malfunction if the vehicle isrepeatedly operated by the electric motor under high-load driving conditions such as during a long hill climb. If the fuse malfunctions warning lights and warning messages will illuminate. In some cases the vehicle can be driven but with reduced power. In other cases the hybrid system could shut down resulting in the loss of motive power. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the fuse.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the loss of motive power.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace the fuse.
Are You Affected?
Prius built between 20 April 2012 and 7 January 2015 may be included. Toyota estimates 1,399 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 GGG85 or the DVSA reference R/2017/309. 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Auris HV, PriusUnder certain circumstances the hybrid unit may shut down and cause loss of motive power | Urgent | R/2020/190 | |
| Prius, Prius PHVImproper assembly of the electrical contacts in the driver's seat belt reminder switch | Urgent | R/2020/025 |
This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2017/286 on 4 Dec 2017, for invertor capacitor may not be secure. The one launched after it was R/2017/231 on 2 Jan 2018, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Toyota recall, the Toyota Prius recall history, all recalls launched in 2017 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/309, launched 4 December 2017. 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.