Wiring: switches/knobs/buttonsRecall 26V-049 · Toyota vehicles
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recall 26V-049 covers 141,286 Toyota vehicles for a wiring: switches/knobs/buttons problem, reported to NHTSA on January 28, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 54% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V049000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
The fix
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 free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 11, 2022 to November 3, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.