2026 Toyota C-HR Recall: A software programming error may cause the electric drive system battery…
NHTSA campaign 26V570000 · Electrical System · filed Sep 2, 2026 · verified Sep 11, 2026
The 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.
The risk
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to 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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V570000 (manufacturer number 26TA17). Data last verified Sep 11, 2026.