NHTSA recall 26V-049 (26V049000)
electrical system recall reported January 28, 2026 - about 141,286 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V049000
- Also written as
- 26V-049
- Manufacturer number
- 26TB03 / 26TA03
- Reported
- January 28, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~141,286
- Component
- electrical system
What is being 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.
Why it is dangerous
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-049 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.