Product Safety Notification
Notification Number
A12/00244/23
Notification Source
Safety Gate
Notification Type
Serious risk
Risk Type
Injuries
Risk Description
The voltage of the high voltage (HV) battery may drop rapidly when the accelerator pedal is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle after it has been continuously driven in “EV mode” in cold outside temperatures.
As a result, the hybrid system will shut down, resulting in loss of motive power, which may lead to an increased risk of an accident.
Product Name
RAV4 PHEV
Product Category
Motor vehicles
Brand Name
Toyota
Sub Category
Passenger car
Product Description
Model code: RAV4 PHEV (AXAP54); Model year: 2021.
Notification URL
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