Verify with official recall databases, service records, a mechanic inspection, and local market data before relying on this summary.
Short answer
The Intelligent Power Module in the hybrid drive system can be damaged under certain driving conditions, which can put the hybrid system into a reduced or stopped state with warnings displayed.
What to check
The Intelligent Power Module in the hybrid drive system can be damaged under certain driving conditions, which can put the hybrid system into a reduced or stopped state with warnings displayed. This is documented in Transport Canada recall 2020284, an official safety recall.
Before buying
Ask whether this recall (software/IPM remedy) was completed for the specific VIN
Check the instrument panel for any stored hybrid-system warnings during a cold start and a test drive
Have the hybrid system scanned during a pre-purchase inspection
A recall confirms an identified defect and required remedy for the covered vehicles — it does not by itself tell you whether the remedy was completed on this specific VIN. Always confirm directly.
Safety & recall notes
Confirm Transport Canada recall 2020284 status for the specific VIN before buying; an open recall is normally repaired by the dealer at no cost.
Buyer inspection checklist
Ask whether this recall (software/IPM remedy) was completed for the specific VIN
Check the instrument panel for any stored hybrid-system warnings during a cold start and a test drive
Have the hybrid system scanned during a pre-purchase inspection
Checklist copied.
Red flags
Hybrid system warnings appearing during the test drive
A history of the vehicle losing hybrid drive power