2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

4 recalls, 290 complaints - 682 TSBs

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.

Consequence

If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number f... Read more

807,329 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Prius V vehicles manufactured August 22, 2011, to June 30, 2014. A component within the hybrid inverter assembly may overheat, causing the hybrid system to reduce output power allowing the vehicle to only dr... Read more

Consequence

The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unti (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

108,624 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Defect Description

Genera Corporation (Genera) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement tail lights, model 11-6468-00 (driver-side), and model 11-6467-00 (passenger-side), sold for use on 2012-2013 Toyota Prius V vehicles. The brake light and tail light circuits are switched causing the brake lights to be illumin... Read more

Consequence

The reversed tail lamp function reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Genera will notify owners and provide replacement aftermarket tail lamps, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2014. Owners may contact Genera at 1-888-963-9888. This recall is being conducted by Genera Corporation, not by Toyota Motor Corporation.

409 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Genera Corporation

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Defect Description

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model y... Read more

Consequence

If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag de... Read more

Remedy

Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

3,235 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

Complaint Statistics

290 total complaints 30 crashes 3 fires 8 injuries 6 deaths

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
SERVICE BRAKES	83
ENGINE	39
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	31
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	21
POWER TRAIN	17
STEERING	16
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	15
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	8
SUSPENSION	7
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)	7

Incident date: Jun 28, 2026

a software glitch that causes the instrument panel display to intermittently black out or go completely blank. This safety recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 23V744 / GM Recall Number A232424320) impacts the vehicle's electrical system, specifically targeting the Virtual Cockpit Unit (VCU) module. Core I... Read more

Incident date: Jun 7, 2026

the clips in my active headrest broke and the headrest deployed while I was riding in the passenger seat.

Incident date: Jun 2, 2026

Went in and out of gear as I was driving down the road I was almost hit several times do to this. The transmission did go out at 60,000 miles ford would not cover cost

Incident date: May 29, 2026

Transmission began shifting very hard into 3rd gear. Later the transmission got stuck in 4th gear and would not shift out of it, even at a complete stop. Was able to manually shift down to 3rd gear after a few minutes, then it started to shift normal. Lately the transmission has shifted from 7th g... Read more

Incident date: May 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E450 4Matic. The contact stated while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended and made an abnormal clunking sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact had received the recall notification letter of NHTSA Campaign Number 26... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2025

While driving, the center infotainment display repeatedly goes completely black and reboots without warning. This occurs while the vehicle is in motion. During these events, the touchscreen-based climate controls and infotainment functions are unavailable until the system restarts. The driver displa... Read more

Incident date: Nov 26, 2025

I received a card from NHTSA about two years ago on this issue possibly due to NHTSA Action Number: EA24003. I am still having this issue and now it is worse. 2 years ago, it started with the driver side window not opening intermittently. Then the door locks would not operate from the driver side c... Read more

Incident date: Nov 26, 2025

My daughter was hit by a semi truck on US-23 today. The trailer fishtailed hit the back end of Jeep. I hit the guard rail. All four corners of the Jeep were hit. The air bags did not deploy. The front driver tire fell off. The back window and passenger side trunk window blew out.

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Aug 30, 2025

This car is burning oil at an outrageous amount. 2 to 3 quarts in 1000 miles. This is a hazard to drive myself and my two young children in

Incident date: Sep 2, 2025

My 2015 tesla model with less than 55000 mi had the front suspension broke on [XXX] when i pull out of the driveway. I heard a hard noise from passenger front tire that is scraping on the fender liner.The car was not drivable and had to be towed to a tesla dealership in cherry hill NJ > Quoted b... Read more

Incident date: Jun 21, 2025

I am reporting a spontaneous windshield crack that developed on my 2020 Tesla Model 3 Performance under normal operating conditions. After exiting a routine drive-through car wash in Las Vegas on a hot day, I noticed a hairline crack in the windshield. It originates from the very bottom edge within ... Read more

Incident date: May 12, 2025

I own a vehicle [XXX] ford edge, and ford service informed my transmission about to fail due to torque converter etc. which matches a recall in 2020 ford edge only limited to certain number of cars seems to be effected according to their program, however all information from service department matc... Read more

Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

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Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

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Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

My EPC warning light has come on for the second time in last year. I reported this to VW less than year ago and car just stalled out in middle of very busy intersection so going back to VW again tomorrow

Incident date: Jan 29, 2025

Having a different electrical issues with this vehicle since I purchased it, of course the warranty has fallen off after just bringing it in for diagnosis for different reasons. Now it’s winter time and the truck will not start without a jump. I took it to get tested. Everything came back One thin... Read more

Incident date: Jan 25, 2025

Engine light came on and car shakes a bit when car is first turned on for the day and has been off for a few hours. This started in early January 2025. We took it to a mechanic on January 10th 2025. Mechanic reported white exhaust smoke and stated this could be due to a coolant intrusion into the cy... Read more

Incident date: Jan 14, 2025

Safety issue 1 Automatic collision breaking is too sensitive when going in reverse. The vehicle locked up the brakes several times when I was trying to reverse causing myself and my family‘s heads to snap back suddenly. Safety issue 2 -knocking sound coming from the CV joint when backing up and t... Read more

Incident date: Jan 16, 2025

Due to the Pasadena wildfires the car has been highly affected due to the extreme heat and the ashes

Fire

Incident date: Jan 16, 2025

Due to the Pasadena wildfires the car has been highly affected due to the extreme heat and the ashes

Fire

Incident date: May 4, 2024

When active cruise control is active the forward collection activates when their are shades and sun breaks in the road. Also when cruise control is activated, the forward colition should slow down and or stop the vehicle whne it approuches a vehicle in front of it. Often when approuching a stoped ca... Read more

Incident date: Oct 23, 2024

ABS shuts off while driving for no apparent reason. When this happens cruise control shuts dow also. Traded a 2022 Compass in with same issue and problem was never solved.

Incident date: Sep 21, 2024

My truck is a 2014 Ram 1500 Vin: [XXX] *NOTE: [This recall is for older models of Ram 1500] U04 / NHTSA 18V-160 Frame Bracket This recall should be related to Ram 1500 Gas Tank fuel tank straps on ,and corrosion to frame on 2009-2018 Dodge Ram.* The frame is rusted out that holds the bracket. F... Read more

Incident date: Aug 30, 2024

VTC Actuator rattles at cold start. Dealer says may cause problem in the long run. Seems like manufacturing defect that Honda should fix

Incident date: Sep 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 65-70 MPH on the freeway, the vehicle began to vibrate. The contact moved to the right lane, and there was an abnormal knocking noise detected. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The contact struck the curb, ran... Read more

Incident date: Aug 21, 2024

Car has on three occasions unexpectedly shifted into Park and applied parking brake while sitting at stoplight, creating a stalled-vehicle hazard to vehicle occupants and other drivers. Brakes lurch going over bumps and have on two occasions not been able to stop the vehicle before entering intersec... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

Battery drain. Two (2) new batteries installed Aux and Main battery bought/installed February 2024. I am still having battery drainage issues.

Incident date: Aug 15, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V381000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and 23V566000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas... Read more

Incident date: Jul 30, 2024

The stop start system on my 2020 Chrysler. Pacifica has been malfunctioning since 2021, I’ve taken this car into the dealer multiple times, and replaced the batteries that should’ve been covered by Warranty but weren’t and my car recently died completely, and had to be jumped only have to repl... Read more

Incident date: Nov 8, 2023

the suspension: the control arms and lateral links suddenly stopped working. No trauma to car. Car only has 25, 000 miles. Very dangerous as car and steering could have stopped working suddenly and cause death and an accident. No warning lights went on at all. Only a sudden grinding and clanking... Read more

Incident date: Jun 22, 2024

The check oil and my fans stopped working and also my fuel pump and also my battery light went on

Incident date: May 31, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, he heard an abnormal clicking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to diagnose a failure. The vehicle was not repa... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2024

Was driving normally going 65 mph on the highway when white smoke was emitting from inside the steering wheel. Between the dashboard and steering wheel. Engine was fine and no warning lights came on. Everything ran great except for the white smoke. I don’t know what it could be. Luckily it didn’... Read more

Incident date: May 25, 2024

CURRENT MILEAGE 6,776 miles -Purchased the vehicle and on two occasions the AEB Emergency brake system came on twice without any cars around- Also, twice the engine shutdown light came on and acceleration has stopped on me and the vehicle stalled, which is dangerous if Im on the parkway or road wher... Read more

Incident date: May 11, 2024

The vehicle was in drive, as I was turning right, the vehicle shifted from p(park) to n(netural) on the roadway. The car would not allow me to shift back to drive. I had to literally turn the car off and then back on in the middle of the road in order to put it back in drive Thankfully, there was... Read more

Incident date: Apr 11, 2024

I have a 2004 Jeep Liberty and while DRIVING AND MAKING TURNS, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE. THE NOISE WAS ALSO HEARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. I got woke up this morning with the alarm going off.. no one was around the Jeep.. ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 11, 2024

The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2024

This 2011 Ford Escape has a front K-frame (subframe) failure. The area where the front passenger lower control connects to the k-frame has completely rusted through, causing the lower control arm to almost detach from the vehicle at the front bushing. While driving, the steering wheel suddenly bec... Read more

Incident date: Apr 8, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V060000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 8, 2024

I had driven for about 30 minutes, without turning the car off, I had just picked my fiancé up at the train and was slowing down for a stop sign. The car just stopped completely the lights flashed and powered down and I couldn’t do anything with the drive shift or even get the flashers on. Luckil... Read more

Incident date: Jun 25, 2023

I was driving on [XXX] back to Willcox Arizona and my steering locked up. I was able to drive it to the nearest exit but had really hard steering. Went back for my truck brought it home in my trailer and had a mechanic look at it and advised it was my rack and pinon. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO... Read more

Incident date: Jan 30, 2024

I was driving in the left lane of the highway. Just up ahead I saw something sitting on the guardrail to my left which was jutting into my lane, right about eye level. It looked like a long wood 2x4. I swerved to my right to avoid hitting the piece (scared it would shatter my windshield) and the ste... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jan 30, 2024

Crash

Incident date: Jan 30, 2024

Cylinder 3 cracked, needs a new long block. Car is at 100k miles. Needs a new engine.

Incident date: Oct 9, 2023

At 37368 miles my 2019 Traverse had a message Shift to Park. This message does not throw a code so there is no record of the message. When the Shift to Park happened, the car has a beeping sound and even though the car is showing on the shift control it is in park, the car appears to believe it i... Read more

Incident date: Oct 9, 2023

Rear View displays on screen while driving forward! Screen also goes blank and is non-responsive!

Incident date: Oct 9, 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving 72 MPH, the vehicle shut off, and shifted into neutral(N) inadvertently. The contact stated that the vehicle was coasted over to the side of the road. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to rest... Read more

Incident date: Jan 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the exterior lights started flashing. The contact attempted to turn off the lights however, the lights failed to turn off. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dea... Read more

Incident date: Jan 18, 2024

I shift my car to park and turn off my vehicle and it keeps giving me an alert of “shift to park.”

Incident date: Jan 18, 2024

Power Train System - P052E Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Indicates a fault in the Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve. I repaired my car for the same issue in 2019 January and it failed again in 2024 January. It costs $2000 to repair and it has a warranty of two. It fail... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

2012 Toyota Prius V SW FWD

Category	Rating
Rollover Risk	0.0%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive)	43.0	39.0	41.0	Regular	$1,500

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Station Wagons)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

682 manufacturer communications from 298 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	94
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)	76
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	76
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	47
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	37
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	37
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	36
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	30

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE CERTAIN 2013 ? 2019 MODEL YEAR 4RUNNER 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR LAND CRUISER 2013 ? 2017 MODEL

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

DP: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to incorrect

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

140000 AIR BAGS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

DP: The Customer Confidence Program is a component of a class action settlement that includes several elements of coverage. The Customer Confidence Program provides coverage as it applies to the Intelligent Power Module (IPM). The specific

100000 POWER TRAIN

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2015 model year Prius and 2012 ? 2017 model year Prius V vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0A94, P324E, P0A1A, and/or P3004, indicating a malfunction has occurred in the inverter

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2015 model year Prius and 2012 ? 2017 model year Prius V vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0A7A and/or P0A78, indicating a malfunction has occurred in the inverter assembly with c

160000 STRUCTURE

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TI: 19TE12 Expired on December 1, 2022

140000 AIR BAGS

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur

160000 STRUCTURE

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

CSP: Customer Support Program ZKG ? Paint Repair Process

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

DD: Toyota is involved in a class action settlement involving certain 2010-2015 Toyota Prius and certain 2012-2017 Prius V vehicle?s inverters. The settlement provides a Customer Confidence Program and a Loaner/Towing Program (under certain

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and

160000 STRUCTURE

119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing a rescue c

350000 EQUIPMENT

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

160000 STRUCTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

TI: Technical Instructions Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint

160000 STRUCTURE

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

220000 SEATS

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom

200000 WHEELS

190000 TIRES

160000 STRUCTURE

264300 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR

TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation

284300 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio function

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: Some 2006 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX? Tip) is avai

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21.

140000 AIR BAGS

Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0044-16.

220000 SEATS

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water an

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE January 12, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0003-21.

119310 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE December 16, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0125-20.

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Toyota models equipped with the Premium HDD Navigation (AVN/AW-EMV) system will periodically require an update to the Gracenote? database. Gracenote? includes detailed information for songs (genre, artist, song title, album name, etc.)

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

RE: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V and certain 2015 Model Year Prius V vehicles. These reports have indicated certain internal malfunctions

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

DE: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V and certain 2015 Model Year Prius V vehicles. These reports have indicated certain internal malfunctions

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

DP: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V and certain 2015 Model Year Prius V vehicles. These reports have indicated certain internal malfunctions

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

160000 STRUCTURE

RE: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh

062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TSB: Some 2004 ? 2020 model year Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery intake filter or cooling fan. The condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system. Perform t

010000 STEERING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

RE: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V vehicles. These reports have indicated certain internal malfunctions of the Brake Booster Assembly. A

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

DP: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V vehicles. These reports have indicated certain internal malfunctions of the Brake Booster Assembly. A

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

RL: This Customer Support Program provides coverage as it applies to Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies. The specific condition covered by this program is related to certain internal malfunctions of the Brake Booster Assembly.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

DE: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V vehicles. These reports have indicated certain internal malfunctions of the Brake Booster Assembly. A

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

026000 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the brake, ABS, and/or TRAC warning light(s) are on and/or a Check VSC message displays. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) C1391, C1252, C1256, or C1253 ma

046600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE

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TOYOTA PRIUS V - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA PRIUS V across all model years (2012, 2017).

15 Total Recalls

650 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

64 Reported Crashes

17 Reported Fires

6 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA PRIUS V - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2018	0	3	View
2017	1	14	View
2016	1	24	View
2015	2	31	View
2014	4	122	View
2013	3	165	View
2012 (current)	4	290
2011	0	1	View

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TUNDRA	787	9,074	View
HIGHLANDER	677	6,756	View
RAV4	669	11,842	View
CROWN	548	141	View
TACOMA	406	10,562	View
VENZA	404	969	View
GRAND HIGHLANDER	388	332	View
PRIUS	365	15,456	View

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2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

Complaint Statistics

Top Reported Components

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

Safety Technology

EPA Fuel Economy, 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V

Most Affected Components

TOYOTA PRIUS V - All Years Overview

TOYOTA PRIUS V - Year by Year

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