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Toyota Prius

29 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V369000·2020-06-24

    Toyota Recalls Prius and Prius V for Hybrid System Shutdown Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles because excessive voltage in the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS V, PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V544000·2019-07-24

    Toyota and Lexus Recall Vehicles for Brake Booster Pump Failure

    Toyota is recalling specific 2019-2020 hybrid and luxury vehicles because a brake booster pump failure may disable stability control and braking assist.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS RAV4 HYBRID, UX HYBRID, LC500, PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V684000·2018-10-04

    Toyota Recalls Prius and Prius V for Hybrid System Shutdown Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2010-2014 Prius and 2012-2014 Prius V vehicles because excessive voltage may cause the hybrid system to shut down, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS, PRIUS V
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V579000·2018-09-05

    Toyota Recalls 2016-2018 Prius Vehicles for Electrical Fire Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2016-2018 Prius vehicles because a worn engine wire harness could cause an electrical short and increase the risk of a fire.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V658000·2017-10-18

    Toyota Recalls 2016 Prius Vehicles Due to Inverter Capacitor Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2016 Prius vehicles because a capacitor in the hybrid system may not be properly secured, which could cause a loss of motive power and increase crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V741000·2016-10-14

    Toyota Recalls 2016-2017 Prius Vehicles for Parking Brake Cable Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2016-2017 Prius vehicles because the parking brake cable may disengage, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll unexpectedly and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V487000·2016-06-30

    Toyota Recalls Prius and Lexus CT Hybrid Vehicles for Air Bag Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2010-2012 Prius, Prius Plug-in Hybrid, and 2011-2012 Lexus CT Hybrid vehicles because a weld in the curtain shield air bag inflator may crack, causing parts to eject into the cabin.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID, PRIUS, CT HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V053000·2014-02-12

    Toyota Recalls 2010-2014 Prius for Hybrid Inverter Software Update

    Toyota is recalling 2010-2014 Prius vehicles because a hybrid system component may fail, causing the vehicle to stall and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V235000·2013-06-05

    Toyota Recalls 2010 Prius and Lexus HS250h for Brake Booster Defect

    Toyota is recalling 87,060 model year 2010 Prius and Lexus HS250h vehicles because nitrogen gas from the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid, potentially reducing hydraulic pressure and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS PRIUS, HS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V536000·2012-11-14

    Toyota Recalls Prius and FCHV-Adv for Water Pump Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2004-2009 Prius and 2009-2011 FCHV-Adv vehicles because a scratch in the electric water pump may cause corrosion, leading to a stall-like condition and increased crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS, FCHV-ADV
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V537000·2012-11-14

    Toyota Recalls 2004-2009 Prius Vehicles for Steering Shaft Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2004-2009 Prius vehicles because steering shaft splines may be insufficiently hard, risking loss of steering ability and vehicle crashes.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V304000·2011-06-01

    Toyota Recalls 2001-2003 Prius for Steering Linkage Defect

    Toyota is recalling 52,377 Prius vehicles because the steering linkage may loosen, reducing electric steering assistance during left turns.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V049000·2026-01-28

    Toyota Prius models recalled for unexpected rear door opening risk

    Toyota is recalling certain 2023–2026 Prius and Prius Prime models because water may enter the rear door switch, causing an unlocked door to open unexpectedly while driving. This increases injury risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID, PRIUS PRIME, PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V744000·2025-10-30

    Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru vehicles with defective panoramic rearview camera

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 2022–2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru vehicles with a Panoramic View Monitor system due to a software error that may freeze or blank the rearview camera in reverse, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA, SUBARU TX, TX HYBRID, NX, NX HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V274000·2024-04-17

    Toyota Prius Prime rear door opener switch water intrusion recall

    Toyota is recalling 2023–2024 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles because water may enter the rear door switch, causing it to short circuit and allow the rear door to open unexpectedly while driving or during a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS, PRIUS PRIME
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V734000·2021-09-22

    2022 Toyota Prius engine control software may disable hybrid system

    Toyota is recalling 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles whose Engine Control Unit software may falsely trigger shutdown of the hybrid system, causing loss of drive power. Contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 for a free software update.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME, PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V876000·2019-12-11

    Toyota Recalls 2019 Prius Vehicles Due to Electrical Short Circuit Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2019 Prius vehicles because an electrical short circuit in the combination meter could cause the speedometer, odometer, and fuel gauge to go blank, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V244000·2019-03-27

    Toyota Recalls 2019 Models Due to Illegible Load Capacity Labels

    Toyota is recalling specific 2019 models because the load capacity label text may become illegible, potentially leading to vehicle overload and increased crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY, AVALON, PRIUS, RAV4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V295000·2017-05-02

    Toyota Recalls 2017 Models for Improper Spare Tire Pressure

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling 2017 models because spare tires were not inflated to the proper pressure, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA SIENNA, YARIS, RAV4 HYBRID, COROLLA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V672000·2016-09-16

    Toyota Recalls 2016 Prius Vehicles Due to Air Bag Inflation Error

    Toyota is recalling 7,817 model year 2016 Prius vehicles because a manufacturing error may cause the front passenger air bag to partially inflate unintentionally.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA PRIUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V396000·2016-06-02

    Toyota Vehicles Recalled for Aftermarket Seat Heater Fire Risk

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling specific Toyota vehicles equipped with aftermarket seat heaters due to a risk of electrical short circuits and fire.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA, SEQUOIA, TACOMA, TUNDRA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V743000·2014-11-19

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles Due to Seat Heater Wiring Fire Risk

    Toyota is recalling specific models because seat cushion compression may damage heater wiring, creating a fire and injury risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, CAMRY, PRIUS, SEQUOIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V123000·2013-04-09

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles with Inaccurate Weight Labels

    Southeast Toyota is recalling specific 2008-2013 models because weight labels were inaccurate, potentially leading to vehicle overloading and tire failure.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION CAMRY, HIGHLANDER, PRIUS, TC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V014000·2013-01-16

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles for Passenger Seat Occupant Sensing System Calibration

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling specific 2009-2013 Toyota models because the passenger seat occupant sensing system may not be calibrated, potentially affecting airbag deployment.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, CAMRY HYBRID, CAMRY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V039000·2010-02-09

    Toyota Recalls 2010 Prius and Lexus HS250H for Brake Issues

    Toyota is recalling 2010 Prius and Lexus HS250H vehicles because inconsistent brake feel may increase stopping distances on rough or slick roads.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS PRIUS, HS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V548000·2024-07-23

    Gulf States Toyota vehicles carry incorrect maximum capacity weight labels

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling a range of Toyota models because the maximum capacity weight value on the label is incorrect. 33,848 units are affected.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA LAND CRUISER HYBRID, VENZA HYBRID, TUNDRA HYBRID, TACOMA HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V036000·2010-02-03

    Toyota and Scion Vehicles Recalled for Missing Load Capacity Labels

    NHTSA is recalling 2004-2011 Toyota and Scion vehicles sold without required load carrying capacity modification labels, which may increase crash risk if overloaded.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION HIGHLANDER, CAMRY, TC, XB
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V035000·2010-02-03

    Toyota and Scion Vehicles Recalled for Missing Tire Load Labels

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling 2005-2010 Toyota and Scion vehicles sold without required tire load capacity labels.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION FJ CRUISER, XD, CAMRY, TC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

  • 20255/5

    2 trims tested for 2025; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20245/5

    2 trims tested for 2024; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20235/5

    2 trims tested for 2023; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20225/5

    2 trims tested for 2022; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 1 open

  • DP23005 Defect Petition · open · service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
  • DP19004 Defect Petition · service brakes, hydraulic:power assist
  • DP13001 Defect Petition · steering:column
  • EA12006 Engineering Analysis · electrical system
  • PE12002 Preliminary Evaluation · electrical system
  • PE10008 Preliminary Evaluation · steering

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2007 · lighting 957 complaints, median 49,519 mi
  • 2006 · lighting 866 complaints, median 48,300 mi
  • 2008 · lighting 494 complaints, median 55,000 mi
  • 2008 · brakes 336 complaints, median 37,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2005 · lighting 303 complaints, median 100,000 mi

Technical service bulletins

1,121 manufacturer service bulletins across 22 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.9/5
  • 2025: 4.1/5 · 16 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2024: 3.8/5 · 23 complaints · most complained-of: airbags
  • 2023: 3.9/5 · 19 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2022: 4.1/5 · 24 complaints · most complained-of: electrical

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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