Recall 26V049000: 2023–2026 Toyota Prius and 2 other models
- Report received
- Jan 28, 2026
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering &…
- Potentially affected
- 141,286vehicles
- Model years
- 2023–2026
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Possible consequence
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2023 Toyota Prius21 complaints
- 2024 Toyota Prius27 complaints
- 2025 Toyota Prius16 complaints
- 2026 Toyota Prius6 complaints
- 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid2 complaints
- 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid4 complaints
- 2023 Toyota Prius Prime6 complaints
- 2024 Toyota Prius Prime15 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.