Toyota Prius Recall R/2019/440: An Electrical Short Circuit In The Combination Meter Could Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 27 Jan 2020
- Launched
- 148
- vehicles in the UK
- 19SMD-114
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Prius vehicles built between 10 July 2019 and 31 July 2019. An electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur. The dealer will inspect and replace the meter circuit plate based on the inspection result. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
An electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE COMBINATION METER COULD OCCUR Defect: An electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur. Remedy: Inspect and replace the meter circuit plate based on the inspection result
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: an electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect and replace the meter circuit plate based on the inspection result.
Are You Affected?
Prius built between 10 July 2019 and 31 July 2019 may be included. Toyota estimates 148 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.
Which Car Is It?
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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 19SMD-114 or the DVSA reference R/2019/440. 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/2019/442 on 20 Jan 2020, for the vehicles may be equipped with front passenger airbag inflators not appropriate for the…. The one launched after it was R/2019/415 on 24 Feb 2020, for rear brake tube may become damaged over time. You can also see every Toyota recall, the Toyota Prius recall history, all recalls launched in 2020 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/440, launched 27 January 2020. 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.