Its Shop Time Mondays: Rear Door May Open While Driving On 2023-24 Model Years Toyota Prius

 

Unlocked Rear Door May Open Unexpectedly

A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving or during a crash increases the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V274000

Manufacturer Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Potential Number of Units Affected 55,690

Summary

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.

Remedy

Dealers will replace both right and left rear door opener switches, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.