2026 TOYOTA C-HR

This report is for a 2026 Toyota C-HR BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle). I am reporting two separate events (as of August 4, 2026). The dates the events occurred were June 20, 2026 and July 2, 2026. Each time, the 12v battery discharged to the point where the car became inoperable. Each time, afte... r 12v battery discharge there was not enough power in the 12v battery to perform the necessary functions to activate the traction battery. No power to the traction battery means no power to the electric motors, leaving the vehicle unable to move. The status of the charge level on the traction battery was greater than 50% state of charge on both June 20 and July 2. My subsequent 12v battery monitoring indicates that the 12v battery continues to discharge to very low levels overnight and when the car is not driven. Available for inspection?: Yes, the car is available for inspection upon request. Safety at risk?: Conceivably, yes. The car was inoperable, meaning unavailable if needed in an emergency. The key fob was no longer functional, meaning that a physical key had to be accessed to unlock the doors. Vehicle inspected by manufacturer: Yes, the vehicle was inspected by our local Toyota Service department from July 6 - July 8, 2026. The complaint was noted as “CUSTOMER STATES THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START HAS TO PUT CHARGER ON IN ORDER TO START” The diagnosis was noted as “Cannot confirm customer complaint." We were told to use the vehicle normally. If another 12v battery failure occurs, we were instructed not to charge the 12v battery. Instead, have the car towed to the dealership. Warning lights prior to the failure? No, there were no warning lights prior to the failure. After the 12v battery failed to power up the car, there were a multiple distress messages flashed on the display screen, accompanied by audible beeping alerts.Read more

I purchased this car in June, on the first night of driving , I noted that the headlights shake miserably as if they were loose. I went to the source dealership twice over this issue. Nothing was done as they said they could not test it during the day and they leave at 5PM. I called Toyota corporat... e , reported an unrelated problem and the headlight problem. Alternative dealer resolved unrelated problem and acknowledged that headlights do seem loose, but that corporate would be unlikely to do anything . Assessed and noted that the headlamp assembly on both sides is only mounted from top support bracket and the outer side where it meets the bumper and fender. Being that the assembly is so large, and noting that there is no support below, this allows for the headlight assemblies to bounce around. Upon showing multiple Facebook groups pertaining to the owners of Toyota BZ, BZ Woodland , CHR and sister models Subaru Uncharted, Solterra and Trailseeker. Multiple individuals confirmed that the headlights seem to shake vertically when hitting deviations in the road, or at highway speeds. Street signs seem to strobe from the constant movement, oncoming traffic flash their high beams since they perceive it as a high beam. Someone suggested aiming the headlights lower which reduce visibility for whomever is driving the car. I do have videos showing the problem and demonstrating what is happening.Read more

Headlights shake at speeds and over bumps/potholes. Have tested with friend and they said it looks like I’m flashing my high beams rapidly when it’s just the cars headlight beam pattern shaking like the light is loose. Vehicle has not been inspect but service is due soon. Will inform dealers... hip about the issue.Read more

My rear differential, transfer case, and PTU all went out. There were no warning signals. This is after I had the rear differential serviced in 2024. My particular VIN does not qualify for a recall, but other similar makes and model of cars have qualified for a recall. I feel like this is unfair and... unsafe.Read more