P324E: Inverter / Hybrid Control Fault (Toyota-specific)
Severity: high
What it means: A Toyota-specific hybrid code. Toyota lists it with P0A94, P0A1A and P3004 as a sign of a malfunction inside the inverter assembly on 2010–2015 Prius and Prius V.
Safe to drive? No, not for long. Toyota says the car enters fail-safe mode with reduced power, and some cars stall. Have it towed or driven gently straight to a dealer.
Common symptoms
- Red triangle master warning and several warning lights
- Check-engine light
- Reduced power (fail-safe or limp mode)
- Car may shut down or refuse to go into READY
Likely causes, ranked
- Failed Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverterShop
- Motor-generator ECU or current sensor fault inside the inverterShop
- Inverter wiring harness faultShop
- Whole inverter assembly failureShop
Vehicle-specific notes
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What it means: A Toyota-specific hybrid code. Toyota lists it with P0A94, P0A1A and P3004 as a sign of a malfunction inside the inverter assembly on 2010–2015 Prius and Prius V.
Severity: High. Safe to drive? No, not for long. Toyota says the car enters fail-safe mode with reduced power, and some cars stall. Have it towed or driven gently straight to a dealer.
DIY or shop?
Dealer or hybrid shop. The detail (INF) code decides which inverter part Toyota replaces.
Vehicle notes
- On 2010–2015 Prius and 2012–2017 Prius V, Toyota's bulletins name this code as an inverter fault. Recalls and an IPM warranty enhancement may cover the repair. Check your VIN.
Before you replace parts
- Read all stored codes, including detail (INF) codes on Toyota hybrids.
- Check your VIN for recalls, service bulletins and extended coverage.
- Clear the code only after a repair, then confirm it stays off.
Safety / mechanic note
Verify with a mechanic. Hybrid systems carry dangerous high voltage. A code points to a circuit or system, not always a specific part.