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Automotive · Canada · 2026-01-28

Toyota vehicles: water leak into rear door handle could short circuit opener switch

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-01-28
Manufacturer	TOYOTA
Models affected	PRIUS, PRIUS PRIME
Model year	2023 2024 2025 2026
Units affected	19399
Defect	On certain vehicles, water could leak into the rear door handle(s) and cause the door opener switch(es) to short circuit. If this happens, the rear door(s) could open unexpectedly while driving._x000D_ Note: This is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2024-228. Vehicles repaired under that recall also require this repair._x000D_ A door that opens while driving could create a risk of injury.
Component	Structure
Remedy	To reduce the safety risk, Toyota recommends that you enable the automatic door locking function through the vehicle's head unit. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to modify the rear door switch circuits.
Recall number	2026-034
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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