TOYOTA PRIUS 2024: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V274000

Make Model Year
TOYOTA PRIUS 2024
Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-04-17 2024-04-17

Manufacturers Involved: Toyota Motor Corporation

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 24TB06 / 24TA06

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 55690

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.

Consequence

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 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.

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.