2023–2024 Toyota Prius, Toyota Prius Prime: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 24V274000 · 56K units potentially affected · filed Apr 17, 2024
What's wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Why it matters
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving or during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace both right and left rear door opener switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V274000
- Manufacturer no.
- 24TB06 / 24TA06
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Units affected
- 55,690
- Report received
- Apr 17, 2024
- Owner letters
- Sep 9, 2024
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Toyota Prius 2023, 2024
- Toyota Prius Prime 2023, 2024