Toyota is recalling around 141,000 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles after discovering that rear doors can unexpectedly open while the car is moving, according to a newly filed report from the Department of Transportation.The recall covers 2023–2026 Toyota Prius models, 2023–2024 Prius Prime vehicles and 2025–2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid models sold in the U.S.The issue stems from an electric rear door lock system that can malfunction if water gets inside a door switch, potentially causing a short circuit. Under certain conditions, the rear door may unlatch if it is not locked.If that were to happen...
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