Recall 17V717 affects 28,764 2018 Toyota C-Hr vehicles for an electronic parking brake software defect. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 28,764 2018 C-Hr vehicles because the electronic parking brake can fail to apply or fail to release after use. If the brake cannot be applied and the vehicle is parked on a hill without being placed in "Park," the vehicle has an increased rollaway risk; Toyota dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electronic parking brake on the 2018 Toyota C-Hr uses an electric motor and a skid control computer to apply and release the parking brake. When you press the switch, the computer sends the command and checks the motor circuit so the brake holds the vehicle when parked and releases for driving.
On affected C-Hr vehicles, a normal oxide film on the electric parking brake motor changes circuit resistance by a small amount. The skid control computer reads that change incorrectly as an open circuit, meaning it treats the motor as if the electrical path is broken. That error stops the system from releasing the parking brake after it is applied, or stops the system from applying the parking brake when you try to set it.
The warning sign is a parking brake warning light and a dashboard message that says, "EPB Malfunction. Visit Your Dealer." If you see that message, the parking brake system has detected the fault.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Toyota C-Hr | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 28,764 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific crossover is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the electronic parking brake cannot be applied, a parked vehicle has a higher rollaway risk on a hill when it is not placed in Park. Warning lights and an "EPB Malfunction. Visit Your Dealer." message mean the system needs attention. Use Park every time, set the brake when it works, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Toyota C-Hr is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free skid control ECU programming update that corrects the electronic parking brake problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed it, or reference recall number 17V717 when you call.
- Shift into Park before leaving the vehicle, and use extra care when parking on a hill until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician updates the skid control ECU programming when needed so the electronic parking brake operates correctly. The software update and labor are covered under the recall. Toyota lists a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for an electronic parking brake or skid control ECU repair tied to this defect, ask Toyota or the service desk what documentation is needed under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 14, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| November 14, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 15, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
| November 29, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 30, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 30, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V717?
Recall 17V717 covers 28,764 2018 Toyota C-Hr vehicles with electronic parking brake software that can stop the parking brake from releasing after it is set or stop it from setting at all. Toyota dealers update the skid control ECU programming for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Toyota C-Hr is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V717. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer and ask for the skid control ECU programming update. Reference recall 17V717 or Toyota recall H0W when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Toyota dealers will update the skid control ECU programming free of charge at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 17V717?
The risk is vehicle rollaway. If the electronic parking brake cannot be applied and the vehicle is parked on a hill without being placed into Park, the vehicle can roll away. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free Toyota dealer repair if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V717000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V717 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V717000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →