Vibration due to rough idle and/or tapping noise from the HV transaxle at cold start

Bulletin number

T-SB-0027-16

Component

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)

Summary

TSB: Some Prius, Prius V and Prius PHV vehicles may exhibit a vibration due to rough idle and/or tapping noise from the HV transaxle at cold start. The Check Engine Light may also illuminate with (DTC) P0401 (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected). Due to excess carbon build up at the valve assembly, the valve will stick causing the engine RPM to fluctuate. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address this condition.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 297 complaints in the engine category.