2002 Toyota Prius Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2002 Toyota Prius. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 11V304000Jun 1, 201152,377 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Electric power assist system
  Covers: Toyota Prius 2001–2003

  Reported issue: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2003 prius passenger cars manufactured from january 28, 2000, through may 30, 2003. The steering linkage may loosen, resulting in reduced electric steering assistance when making a left turn.

  Possible consequence: Loss of power steering, particularly when an operator is actively intending to steer the vehicle, may increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will replace the nuts in the steering linkage free of charge. The safety recall began on july 8, 2011. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

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• 06V266000Jul 19, 200634,771 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling
  Covers: Toyota Prius 2001–2002, Echo 2001–2002

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, due to improper molding of the resin body of the crankshaft position senor installed on the engine block, engine oil may penetrate the seal and enter the sensor wiring connector. The wire harness connector may not be sufficiently attached to the locking tab of the sensor wiring connector.

  Possible consequence: Engine oil inside the sensor wiring connector could cause expansion due to the heat of the engine and could deform the sensor wiring connector. The connector may become disconnected, which could cause the engine to stall while driving and not be able to be restarted increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the crankshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on july 26, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

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NHTSA investigations

• DP22005Pedestrian alert soundsClosed · Jan 27, 2023

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