2023–2026 Toyota Prius, Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, Toyota Prius Prime: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 26V049000 · 141K units potentially affected · filed Jan 28, 2026
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V049000
- Manufacturer no.
- 26TB03 / 26TA03
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Units affected
- 141,286
- Report received
- Jan 28, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jul 13, 2026
- 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, 2025, 2026
- Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid 2025, 2026
- Toyota Prius Prime 2023, 2024