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2018 Toyota C-HR Recall

Toyota C-HR Recall service at Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn in Auburn, MA

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Recall Summary

1 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Parking Brake

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V717000 · 28,584 vehicles affected

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota CH-R vehicles. The electronic parking brake (EPB) may not operate properly, possibly causing the parking brake not to disengage after it is applied or prevent it from being applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS number 135, Light Vehicle Brake Systems.

Consequence

If the EPB cannot be applied, there is an increased risk of a vehicle rollaway if the vehicle is parked on a hill without being placed into Park.

Corrective Action

Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will update the programming of the skid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0W.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2018 Toyota C-HR?

NHTSA has issued one recall for the 2018 Toyota C-HR, affecting the parking brake and specifically the electronic parking brake system.
The EPB may fail to apply or may not disengage after application, increasing the risk of rollaway if the vehicle is parked on a hill without being placed into Park.
Toyota’s remedy is a skid control ECU programming update performed free of charge by an authorized dealer.

How do I check if my 2018 Toyota C-HR has an open recall?

You can check your 2018 Toyota C-HR by entering its VIN at NHTSA.gov or by requesting a free VIN check at our service department.
Our team can review the manufacturer’s open recall records and explain the next step.
If the recall is open, we can arrange the no-charge manufacturer remedy.

How much does a 2018 Toyota C-HR recall repair cost?

A 2018 Toyota C-HR recall repair costs nothing at an authorized Toyota dealer because the manufacturer remedy is performed free of charge to the owner.
The applicable remedy for this recall is a skid control ECU programming update as necessary.

Can an independent shop fix a 2018 Toyota C-HR recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy at no charge.
An authorized Toyota service department has the manufacturer diagnostic tools and factory-trained technicians needed to complete the recall process.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2018 Toyota C-HR?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can help provide clarity when you trade in your 2018 Toyota C-HR.
Use our trade-in page to begin discussing your vehicle’s value.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Address the Safety Risk

NHTSA reports one parking-brake recall for the 2018 Toyota C-HR. The electronic parking brake may fail to apply or may not disengage after it is applied. If the brake cannot be applied while the vehicle is parked on a hill and the vehicle is not placed into Park, the vehicle may roll away. Waiting to confirm or repair an open recall can leave this risk unresolved, even if no unusual behavior is currently noticeable. Toyota’s specified remedy is a skid control ECU programming update as necessary, completed by an authorized dealer at no charge. A prompt VIN check helps determine whether your vehicle still needs this safety repair.

Trusted Toyota Recall Service

Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn uses factory-trained technicians, manufacturer diagnostic tools, and OEM parts and procedures to support your recall visit. For the 2018 Toyota C-HR parking-brake recall, our team can check your VIN, confirm the repair status, and complete Toyota’s specified skid control ECU programming update when needed. The manufacturer remedy is performed free of charge to the owner. Located in Auburn, MA, Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn serves drivers from Worcester, Auburn, and nearby communities throughout central Massachusetts. Our goal is to make an important safety repair straightforward, accurate, and reassuring from check-in through completion.

Take the Next Step

Start by checking your VIN, then bring your 2018 Toyota C-HR to our service department for confirmation and repair if needed. You can schedule an appointment even if you are unsure whether the electronic parking brake recall remains open, because the VIN check is free. Our team will review the manufacturer’s open recall records and explain what happens next. Do not wait for a problem to appear before asking about a safety recall, particularly if you park on hills. Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn is ready to help you address this concern with confidence and no-charge recall service.