NHTSA Vehicles recall ·

2023–2026 Toyota Prius and 2 more recall: Unlocked Rear Door May Open Unexpectedly

Recall number
26V049000
Date
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Category
Vehicles › Electrical System
Recall type
Vehicle
Units affected
141286
Hazard tags
Injury risk

Read the official NHTSA notice ↗

Product

Electrical System

Affected vehicles

MakeModelModel years
ToyotaPrius2023–2026
ToyotaPrius Plug-In Hybrid2025–2026
ToyotaPrius Prime2023–2024

Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.

Why was it recalled?

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.

Consequence

A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.

What should you do?

Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.

Manufacturer campaign number

26TB03 / 26TA03

Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V049000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.