NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Toyota C-Hr recall: Loss of Drive Power from Software Programming Error
- Recall number
- 26V570000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Category
- Vehicles › Electrical System
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 8521
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Electrical System
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota | C-Hr | 2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
26TA17
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V570000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.