Toyota has issued a recall affecting nearly 21,000 of its electric vehicles in the United States, citing a software issue with the battery control unit. The recall, which affects the 2022-2023 bZ4X and 2023 RAV4 Prime models, is aimed at preventing potential overheating of the vehicles' batteries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the faulty software could cause the battery to overheat, potentially leading to a fire. The recall is expected to begin in mid-July, with owners notified by mail and instructed to schedule a free software update at a Toyota dealership.
Toyota Recalls Nearly 21,000 Electric Vehicles Over Battery Control Unit Software Issue autoevolution
