CarRecallWatchThe 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls
Rear Door Can Unexpectedly Open While Driving
Water can get into the rear door switch and cause a short circuit.
Most common 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
What owners report
A vehicle was sold and delivered while under an active stopâsale safety recall (manufacturer recall 26TB03). The recall was not disclosed at the time of purchase. When questions were raised about whether any recalls were present, the issue was dismissed and no recall information was provided. According to the recall documentation, the potential defect involves the rear door system possibly opening while the vehicle is in motion. Because the stopâsale indicates the vehicle should not have been sold, the safety risk is that the vehicle was driven with occupants in the rear seats without anyone being informed of the potential hazard. This created a risk to the people inside the vehicle and
Infotainment screen failed to boot when the vehicle was turned on. Due to this failure, the rear view camera was not available when the vehicle was shifted to reverse. After backing out of the parking spot, I chose to park and restart the vehicle. The infotainment screen then proceeded to boot up and behave normally. There were no warnings or any other alerts or messages. A disabled rear view camera can impact pedestrian and vehicle safety by limiting rear vision while operating the vehicle in reverse. During the drive home, approximately 15 minutes later, the infotainment system went to a black screen and rebooted. After 10-15 seconds, the system had restarted and was available a
The recall (Number 26V049) is a serious safety concern, however the dealer states there is no remedy available despite a clearly described available remedy ("Toyota dealers will modify the left and right rear door switch circuits FREE OF CHARGE, to prevent the switch from activating even if it is shorted.")
I was driving at a slow speed in a parking lot on October 10, 2025 at 4:20 p.m. when the car suddenly stopped. When I looked down I saw that it was in neutral. I had not done anything to the gear shift and there was nothing in the area that could have shifted the car from drive to neutral. The car is brand new - this happened at approximately 400 miles odometer.
2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid questions
Does the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid: Rear Door Can Unexpectedly Open While Driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Electrical System (2), Back Over Prevention (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.