Toyota Prius: Parking brake

Affects Toyota Prius · 2016–2017 — about 92K vehicles.

The hazard

If the parking brake cable disengages from the mechanism and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while the ignition is on and the driver leaves the vehicle, the vehicle may roll unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a clip at the parking brake cable end to prevent the cable from disengaging, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G01.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational