Prius/phev
Recall Summary Toyota is recalling 2023-2025 Prius and Prius PHEV vehicles distributed in Portugal because water can seep into the rear door opener switch during high-pressure washing or splashing, potentially causing the rear door to unlock and open unexpectedly while driving. This defect poses a risk of injury to occupants. The vehicles do not meet EU motor vehicle safety regulations.
- Recalling firm
- Toyota
- Product
- Passenger car. Model Year: 2023 - 2025.. PRIUS/PHEV
- Reason
- The sealing performance of the rear door opener switch can deteriorate over time and may allow water ingress under high-pressure splashes. This can cause a short circuit and unintended activation of the door release. If the door is unlocked, it may open unexpectedly while driving, increasing the risk of injury.. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-03-27
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- PT
- Distribution
- Portugal
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/dd347bbf-62b1-40d7-9d7a-dce4261d54e1