Toyota Prius Recall R/2026/027: Relay And Wire Harness Installation On Certain Prius, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2026/027, campaign code 5GG91 (26SD-003). Data updated daily from DVSA.

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How serious
16 Mar 2026
Launched
2,235
vehicles in the UK
5GG91 (26SD-003)
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Toyota recalled Prius vehicles built between 17 February 2023 and 3 November 2025. That are equipped with an electric rear door lock system which includes a door opener switch and a rear door lock release actuator If the seal performance for this switch is reduced this can temporarily allow water to enter the switch which can cause the switch to activate and the door could open unexpectedly. The dealer will installation of relay and wire harness. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

That are equipped with an electric rear door lock system which includes a door opener switch and a rear door lock release actuator If the seal performance for this switch is reduced this can temporarily allow water to enter the switch which can cause the switch to activate and the door could open unexpectedly.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: Relay and Wire Harness installation on certain Prius Defect: For affected vehicles that are equipped with an electric rear door lock system which includes a door opener switch and a rear door lock release actuator If the seal performance for this switch is reduced this can temporarily allow water to enter the switch which can cause the switch to activate and the door could open unexpectedly. Remedy: Installation of relay and wire harness.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the switch to activate and the door could open unexpectedly.

The Fix

The dealer will installation of relay and wire harness.

Are You Affected?

Prius built between 17 February 2023 and 3 November 2025 may be included. Toyota estimates 2,235 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Toyota, because not every car in the date range may be included.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
  2. Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the campaign code 5GG91 (26SD-003) or the DVSA reference R/2026/027. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
LaunchedVehicle and faultSeverityReference
Prius, Prius PHVIncorrect programming in relation to transmission shift position status might cause hybrid system to shut downUrgentR/2021/332
PriusThe pre-crash brake assist function can be delayedUrgentR/2021/260
Auris HV, PriusUnder certain circumstances the hybrid unit may shut down and cause loss of motive powerUrgentR/2020/190
Prius, Prius PHVImproper assembly of the electrical contacts in the driver's seat belt reminder switchUrgentR/2020/025
PriusAn electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occurUrgentR/2019/440

This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2026/036 on 16 Feb 2026, for potential defect on fuel return pipes on certain Toyota Proace Max. The one launched after it was R/2026/097 on 20 Apr 2026, for seat spring replacement on Highlander. You can also see every Toyota recall, the Toyota Prius recall history, all recalls launched in 2026 and door and latch recalls across every make.


Source: DVSA recall R/2026/027, launched 16 March 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.