CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving or during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Water can enter the rear door opener switch and cause a short circuit. If that happens, a rear door that is unlocked may open on its own while the vehicle is moving or during a crash.
A rear door that opens unexpectedly raises the risk of injury to occupants, especially while the car is in motion or in a collision.
Authorized Toyota dealers will replace the left and right rear door opener switches at no cost to you. Owner letters were mailed August 9, 2024. You can also contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Toyota Prius | 20232024 |
|---|---|
| Toyota Prius Prime | 20232024 |