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    Toyota Motor has recalled more than 135,000 Prius hybrid cars in Japan due to a problem with rear door handles. It was not immediately clear if Prius cars sold outside Japan were also being recalled. A Toyota spokesperson said that an assembly line which had been suspended due to quality checks for Prius cars will resume production of Corolla compact cars on Thursday.

  • 2023-2024 Toyota Prius recall prompts advice to lock doors

    Toyota on Wednesday announced a recall of 2023 and 2024 Prius hybrid and Prius Prime plug-in hybrid models due to a potential fault with the cars' electronic rear door latches. In the approximately 55,000 vehicles recalled in the U.S., water can enter and short circuit these door latches, according to a Toyota press release. If that happens, and

  • 55,000 Toyota Prius Models In U.S. Have Rear Doors That Could Swing Open While Driving

    Approximately 211,000 vehicles worldwide need to be repaired including 55,000 in the United States. The issue involves potential water leakage into the electronic rear door latches, which could cause a short circuit and unexpected door openings, even while driving. While a permanent fix is being developed, owners are advised to keep their automatic door locking feature enabled. Owners of 2023 and 2024 Toyota Prius and Prius Prime in the United States and other markets will soon need to take...