A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Electrical System — Propulsion System — Dc/Dc Converter

Summary
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.
Actions
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.
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Date Announced
JUL 12, 2023
Vehicles Affected
43,442
Toyota Recall #
23TB07/23LB01
NHTSA Campaign #
23V478000
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