2018 Toyota C-HR electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Aug 27, 2026262,136 miNYElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Toyota C-HR. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 92,433 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 262,136.

   NHTSA complaint #11759974 · source
2. Filed Aug 14, 2026HIElectrical System

   Transmission. My car started making loud noises and eventually got to this point where it is not shifting gears. I would put it into drive, press the gas, and it would accelerate and abruptly stop on me. I've had it for less than 10 years and I bought it brand new. Its completely un-drivable.

   NHTSA complaint #11757035 · source
3. Filed Aug 10, 2026NCElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   When I accelerate from a complete stop. It makes a roaring noise that dies down once the car is in full swing. Toyota dealership is saying that it is a common problem for Toyota CHR and needs to be replaced. Replacement cost from my pocket is $12k

   NHTSA complaint #11756078 · source
4. Filed Apr 28, 2026ALElectrical System

   When I drive the car it just cuts off I took it to the dealer ship many times they claim that didn’t know want the issue was but said something about replacing fuse so I replace the fuse the car drives maybe 5 to 10 miles then cuts off and the fuse is blown again. I constantly have to change fuses dealer can’t help. It’s an electrical or wire problem. I have two people that had. 2018 Toyota chr that does the same thing

   NHTSA complaint #11734370 · source
5. Filed Nov 24, 2025CAElectrical SystemEngine

   Within the last 12 months, rodents have crawled into the engine chewing the wires due to being made o soybean. The first repair was $3000 and the second repair was $1700 I have 6 kids and can’t afford to keep repairing a car that was made with soybean and thus attracts rodents. Why is toyota allowed to put products on the vehicle which are rodent attracted and cost consumers so much to fix.

   NHTSA complaint #11701244 · source
6. Filed Aug 23, 2025CAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   I have a blue/white 2018 C-HR made in Japan. I do regular maintenance on my car monthly with oil changes every 3k miles. I had this car for 3 years only. I bought it from a toyota dealership with only 25k miles with one owner. At 35k miles it was whining and shaking and I took it to toyota to be serviced they kept it for a day and they found nothing wrong. I thought nothing of it but since then my car had this low shake/rattle to it. I've changed sparks and coils thinking it…

   NHTSA complaint #11682543 · source
7. Filed Aug 9, 2025PRElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Mi guagua tiene problemas con la transmisión. El fallo se manifiesta con un sonido extraño y fuerte que aparece al conducir. La transmisión defectuosa sigue instalada y está disponible para inspección si se solicita. Esta situación pone en riesgo mi seguridad y la de otros, ya que el daño podría empeorar y dejarme sin control del vehículo o inmovilizarlo por completo. Se ha evaluado la guagua y las indicaciones son problemas en la transmisión, los síntomas son constantes y…

   NHTSA complaint #11679619 · source
8. Filed May 2, 2025GABrakesElectrical System

   The electric parking brake system on my vehicle has malfunctioned and is stuck in the engaged position, preventing my rear brake pads and rotors from being changed. The component is still in my possession and available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: This issue directly impacts vehicle safety, as I am unable to service or replace the rear brakes, which are a critical safety component. Additionally, the malfunction may cause the brake to engage or fail to disengage…

   NHTSA complaint #11658441 · source
9. Filed Oct 17, 2023TXElectrical System

   While driving in June 2023 I was suddenly unable to turn my steering wheel and I had issues bring the vehicle to a stop. The vehicle warning notice was "abnormal voltage steering power low". Once I was able to stop the vehicle stopped altogether. I towed the vehicle to my Toyota dealership and the description on the repair is Learn Value Reset and R&R CV Valve Lift Con. I am still having this issue which presents a safety concern as I can't steer and stop the vehicle.

   NHTSA complaint #11550485 · source
10. Filed Sep 13, 2022TXElectrical SystemSteering

    Unknown cause, went to turn on car and battery had died. Recent inspection shows battery power was great. No lights turned on when car was off. Found forums of other drivers describing the same issue stating their dealerships were unable to address the problem. Dash showed "EPB not available", "Abnormal Voltage" and "Power Steering Low" while driving. Difficult to turn the steerwhing wheel and radio was going in and out.…

    NHTSA complaint #11484271 · source
11. Filed Jul 6, 202239,000 miTXTowedElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2018 Toyota C-HR. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, several unknown messages were displayed with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that there was an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle. Out of precaution, the contact had the vehicle towed to his residence and replaced the battery; however, the failure persisted. The contact notified the dealer of the failure however, the dealer offered no assistance.…

    NHTSA complaint #11472505 · source
12. Filed May 10, 2022OHElectrical System

    Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION The rear view back up camera turns blue sometimes when you shift into reverse.

    NHTSA complaint #11464121 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology