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NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·September 2, 2026

Toyota recalls 2026 C-HR electric vehicles over software error that can cause loss of drive power

A software programming error can overcharge the electric drive battery under certain driving conditions, which can shut down the electric drive system and cause a sudden loss of drive power, raising the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the vehicle's software for free. Owners may call Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 and mention recall number 26TA17.

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Recall details

Product
Toyota C-Hr 2026
Company
Toyota Motor Corporation
Hazard
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Units
8,521 vehicles
Owner notification
October 19, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
September 2, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V570000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: 26TA17
  • Model years: 2026

The headline, summary and steps above are written in plain English from the official notice below. Identifiers are copied exactly as the agency published them. Always check the official notice before you act.

Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
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.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will update the battery electric vehicle electronic control unit (BEV ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA17.

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