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NHTSA Recall 26V570000: Propulsion system (electrical system)

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,521 vehicles. It affects 2026 Toyota C-Hr.

8,521
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
NHTSA campaign26V570000
Manufacturer campaign26TA17
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM
Report receivedSeptember 2, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 C-HR battery electric vehicles. A software programming error may cause the electric drive system battery to become overcharged under certain driving conditions, which can shut down the electric drive system and result in a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the battery electric vehicle electronic control unit (BEV ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 18, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA17.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V570000

Make and modelModel years
Toyota C-Hr2026

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.