Unlocked rear door may open unexpectedly
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed march 26, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in q2 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.
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FAQ: Recall 26V049000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V049000?
NHTSA recall 26V049000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on January 28, 2026. It addresses: Unlocked rear door may open unexpectedly. The recall affects approximately 141,286 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V049000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26TB03 / 26TA03. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.