Toyota Prius Recalls (2022-2026)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2022-2026 Toyota Prius has 5 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 0 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve electrical system (2), rearview camera (1), other equipment (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your Prius keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Toyota Prius have?
- 2023-2026 Toyota Prius Switches Recall (26V049) Repeat recall
January 28, 2026 · 141,286 vehicles · Electrical SystemWater may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Risk: A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge.
- 2023-2025 Subaru Solterra Backup Camera Display Recall (25V744) Repeat recall
October 30, 2025 · 1,024,407 vehicles · Rearview CameraPlease see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge.
- 2023 Toyota GR Supra Label Recall (24V548) Repeat recall
July 23, 2024 · 33,848 vehicles · Other EquipmentThe load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge.
- 2023-2024 Toyota Prius Switches Recall (24V274)
April 17, 2024 · 55,690 vehicles · Electrical SystemWater may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Risk: A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving or during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace both right and left rear door opener switches, free of charge.
- 2022 Toyota Prius Engine Control Module Software Recall (21V734)
September 22, 2021 · 8,411 vehicles · EngineThe Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge.
Which Prius parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 196,976 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 | 1,024,407 |
| Other Equipment | 1 | 33,848 |
| Engine | 1 | 8,411 |
Which Prius model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 21V734000 (engine) |
| 2023 | 4 | 26V049000 (electrical system), 25V744000 (rearview camera), 24V548000 (other equipment), 24V274000 (electrical system) |
| 2024 | 4 | 26V049000 (electrical system), 25V744000 (rearview camera), 24V548000 (other equipment), 24V274000 (electrical system) |
| 2025 | 2 | 26V049000 (electrical system), 25V744000 (rearview camera) |
| 2026 | 1 | 26V049000 (electrical system) |
How do I check my Prius for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 5 Toyota Prius campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Toyota dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are Prius owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 24 | Unknown Or Other (5), Service Brakes (5), Electrical System (4) |
| 2023 | 19 | Electrical System (5), Wheels (3), Unknown Or Other (3) |
| 2024 | 26 | Unknown Or Other (9), Electrical System (4), Wheels (3) |
| 2025 | 16 | Electrical System (6), Unknown Or Other (3), Service Brakes (2) |
| 2026 | 6 | Exterior Lighting (2), Electrical System (2), Visibility/Wiper (1) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
My 2022 Prius LE hood latch does not work. It does not click and hood stays locked. They told me at Walmart that the hood latch is probably corroded somewhere or defective. It takes two people to open the hood. My vehicle has 54,490mi. This has happened twice now in 2 months.
2022 TOYOTA Prius owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11678882
My 2022 Toyota Prius (approx. 12,500 miles) suddenly displayed multiple warning lights while driving, made abnormal noises, and lost the ability to move. The vehicle remained powered on but could not drive and had to be towed to a Toyota dealership.
2022 TOYOTA Prius owner, Service Brakes, NHTSA complaint 11687677
Front door locks defective. Remote control doesn’t open the doors, even after replacing battery in key fob. It started with the driver door and now the passenger door doesn’t lock or unlock.
2023 TOYOTA Prius owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11677148
Can a recall make your Prius a lemon in California?
Owners of a Toyota Prius often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
3 of the 5 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 1 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
More Toyota Prius lemon law pages
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Other Toyota models with recalls
- 4RUNNER: 8 recalls
- 4RUNNER I-Force Max Hybrid: 1 recall
- Avalon: 2 recalls
- Avalon Hybrid: 1 recall
- BZ: 1 recall
- BZ Woodland: 1 recall
- BZ4X: 4 recalls
- C-HR: 2 recalls
- Camry: 4 recalls
- Camry Hybrid: 9 recalls
- Corolla: 6 recalls
- Corolla Cross: 4 recalls
- Corolla Cross Hybrid: 6 recalls
- Corolla Hybrid: 2 recalls
- Crown: 4 recalls
- Crown Signia: 3 recalls
- GR Corolla: 2 recalls
- GR Supra: 1 recall
- GR86: 2 recalls
- Grand Highlander: 7 recalls
- Grand Highlander Hybrid: 6 recalls
- Highlander: 12 recalls
- Highlander Hybrid: 10 recalls
- Land Cruiser Hybrid: 4 recalls
- Mirai: 4 recalls
- Prius: 5 recalls
- Prius Plug-IN Hybrid: 2 recalls
- Prius Prime: 5 recalls
- RAV4: 7 recalls
- RAV4 Hybrid: 6 recalls
- RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid: 2 recalls
- RAV4 Prime: 7 recalls
- Sequoia: 1 recall
- Sequoia Hybrid: 7 recalls
- Sienna: 2 recalls
- Sienna Hybrid: 8 recalls
- Supra: 6 recalls
- Tacoma: 11 recalls
- Tacoma Hybrid: 5 recalls
- Tundra: 25 recalls
- Tundra Hybrid: 15 recalls
- Venza: 2 recalls
- Venza Hybrid: 5 recalls
Frequently asked questions about Toyota Prius recalls
How many recalls does the Toyota Prius have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Toyota Prius vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 26V049000, filed January 28, 2026.
How do I check my Toyota Prius for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Toyota Prius?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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