2025 TOYOTA PRIUS

2 recalls, 29 complaints - 5 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

26V049000 Jan 28, 2026
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Consequence
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles re... Read more
141,286 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
25V744000 Oct 30, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or di... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
1,024,407 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

29 total complaints 3 crashes 1 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
POWER TRAIN4
ENGINE3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
STEERING2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 29, 2026
Incident date: Aug 29, 2026
The small battery located in the back of the car has a serious problem. I have been stranded over four times now. The battery loses it charge or isn't being fully charged up. When I go to get in the car. The interior lights flash and it will not go into ready mode to allow the vehicle to be driven. ... Read more
WHEELS Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Dec 23, 2025
Kim drive over same bump on r
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Apr 15, 2026
monocular camera code set and several dash messages - failure of ACC, FCW, LKA
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Apr 2, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-550. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the fuel injector became inoperable. The check engine warning light became illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel injectors needed to be replaced... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 2, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
Auto Idle Stop not working. By default it should be on and driver must actively turn it off. Mine does not/not come on. This problem appears different from the numerous other problems reported with the Auto Idle Stop but it still is a problem and indicates the system may have a number of related ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 31, 2026
Incident date: Feb 25, 2026
After a crash into a tree on the passenger side the airbags deployed and the truck immediately caught fire and the doors locked and would not open for any reason. The only way I was able to exit was busting through the front windshield. had I been severely injured or knocked unconscious the outcome ... Read more
Crash Fire 1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 31, 2026
Incident date: Feb 25, 2026
Car just cuts off. Batteries are good, alternator good no codes! Rpm goes to o cuts off parking break comes takes a couple of seconds to start then cuts off at random times while driving very unsafe!!!! Taken to dealer can’t find anything wrong!!!
SUSPENSION Mar 10, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
I am filing a complaint regarding an unresolved safety recall affecting my 2016 Range Rover Sport TDV6, VIN: [XXX] . This vehicle is subject to Recall D019 (NHTSA Recall 25V-514). Despite the recall being issued, I have contacted the dealership multiple times and have repeatedly been told that the r... Read more
STEERING Mar 10, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
I am filing a complaint regarding an unresolved safety recall affecting my 2016 Range Rover Sport TDV6, VIN: [XXX] . This vehicle is subject to Recall D019 (NHTSA Recall 25V-514). Despite the recall being issued, I have contacted the dealership multiple times and have repeatedly been told that the r... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Mar 10, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
The panoramic roof on the 2018 Camry XSE is stuck in the vented position and will not close. This is a known issue with this car and year, as well as other years. Window makes loud noises when trying to close and just remains open with no other way to manually close it.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while attempting to shift the vehicle into first gear, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated up to approximately 25 MPH without the accelerator pedal being depressed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the d... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 28, 2025
Check engine light acceleration on it own and loses power
POWER TRAIN Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
2020 Ford Expedition FX4. Towing a four wheeler and motorcycle on the expressway. The suv was in tow / haul mode and on cruise. The car downshifted to go up a incline and made a booming noise and then composed its self. Shortly after, I tried to pass a car, and the trans downshifted, made a couple o... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
4WD disabled, service required light came on. After taking my jeep in for inspection I was told I need a new Transfer Case
ENGINE Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 28, 2025
While driving uphill on Interstate 15 North near Temecula, California, the vehicle suddenly lost engine power without warning. My speed dropped from approximately 75 mph to around 60 mph in heavy traffic. This unexpected loss of acceleration created an immediate safety hazard, as vehicles behind me ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 28, 2025
Design of rear window, side mirrors and large rear pillar greatly reduce the visibility and checking of blind spot if you are a taller person. Blind spot electronic detection can not be trusted as it's performance is intermittent. Solution would be for Toyota of retrofit electronic mirror feature ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Sep 16, 2025
On September 11, 2025 the car was in electric mode. Upon turning on the air it gave a message that electric mode was unavailable for Cooling or Heating. It also made knocking sounds like something was loose. It is still giving the error as of September 16, 2025 and I can't drive in electric mode ... Read more
ENGINE Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Sep 16, 2025
Defroster and heat rarely work. On multiple occasions, the heater does not work and just blows cold air. It is not reliable to defrost the windows and blow hot air. Tested on August, 29th, September 5th, September 6th, September 10, September 11
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Sep 16, 2025
On August 31, 2025, my 2025 Toyota Tundra experienced a sudden steering failure while I was driving, which caused an accident with a parked vehicle. The steering wheel completely seized up and I was unable to control the vehicle. This was a serious safety hazard that put my life and the lives of oth... Read more
Crash 1 injured
POWER TRAIN Sep 4, 2025
Incident date: Sep 3, 2025
The contact’s husband owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted and hesitated. The contact also stated that the vehicle began to shake abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER Sep 4, 2025
Incident date: Sep 3, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 109,550. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was approximately 300,000.
STEERING Sep 4, 2025
Incident date: Sep 3, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal, and hesitated while accelerating after a complete stop. The contact stated that occasionally the check engine warning light illuminated, and the dipstick was checked, and... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 4, 2025
Incident date: Jun 27, 2025
Automatic fuel management/ Displacement on demand caused lifter failure which caused cylinder failures.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Jun 23, 2025
Incident date: May 23, 2025
The vehicle accelerated without control and crashed into the wall between my garage and the adjacent laundry room. That day someone could have easily been seriously hurt or killed. The problem was investigated but could not been reproduced. The vehicle was inspected by a team of investigators from t... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 2, 2025
Incident date: Apr 2, 2025
I was told this from a BENZ dealer. There was a warranty extension on this VIN: [XXX] that ended on 03/02/2023 which, had to do with adjustment units for the camshafts. Nothing we could assist with goodwill on this due to the age of vehicle. This is NOT fair and I’m experimenting this exact pr... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 2, 2025
Incident date: Apr 2, 2025
I was told this from a BENZ dealer. There was a warranty extension on this VIN: [XXX] that ended on 03/02/2023 which, had to do with adjustment units for the camshafts. Nothing we could assist with goodwill on this due to the age of vehicle. This is NOT fair and I’m experimenting this exact pr... Read more
ENGINE Apr 2, 2025
Incident date: Apr 2, 2025
I was told this from a BENZ dealer. There was a warranty extension on this VIN: [XXX] that ended on 03/02/2023 which, had to do with adjustment units for the camshafts. Nothing we could assist with goodwill on this due to the age of vehicle. This is NOT fair and I’m experimenting this exact pr... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Mar 17, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
purchased my 2016 legacy in 2022, I was offered the bronze warranty due to milage. My vehicle was bought back due to loud noises coming from the engine. Was told there was a peze recall and it was fixed. Brought it back to the dealership for the same sound and they found nothing wrong. A few weeks l... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 13, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
When the car was turned off a message appeared that said shift the park the gear indicator already stated the car was in park and the car gear shift was already in park. Looked into this issue and apparently there is an open recall for the year and make of my car but it for some reason does not incl... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 TOYOTA PRIUS

2025 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB AWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 10.2%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard

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

EPA Fuel Economy, 2025 TOYOTA PRIUS

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) 57.0 56.0 57.0 Regular $1,100

CO2 Emissions: 155.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 2025 TOYOTA PRIUS

5 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION1
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
350000 EQUIPMENT1
200000 WHEELS1
T-SB-0104-23 Dec 21, 2024
200000 WHEELS
TSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires
T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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.
T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024
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.
T-SB-0004-24 Feb 6, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: 2025 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. During
T-PANT-2024-001- Feb 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PANT: Toyota is pleased to announce to all field and dealer personnel that we have launched a new part number to the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) Program, effective February 1, 2024. This new H4 Battery will be phased in over tim

NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA PRIUS

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP13001 Opened: Feb 21, 2013 , Closed: Apr 8, 2020
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2004
Intermediate Steering Shaft Separation
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a January 2013 defect petition requesting that it open an investigation on Model Year (MY) 2004-2009 Toyota Prius vehicles to address a possible manufacturing safety defect related to the steering column intermediate shaft.During the defect petition... Read more
PE10006 Opened: Feb 3, 2010 , Closed: Jul 12, 2010
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2010
Braking Performance, Hybrid Vehicle
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic b... Read more
PE09019 Opened: Apr 17, 2009 , Closed: Aug 27, 2009
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2006
HEADLIGHT FAILURE
ODI OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION AFTER RECEIVING REPORTS THAT BOTH HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT, OR EXTINGUISH WHILE DRIVING.THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE (HID) HEADLAMPS THAT OPERATE ON INDEPENDENT LAMPS AND ECU'S (ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS) FOR EACH HEADLIGHT, MEANING THAT... Read more
PE05029 Opened: May 31, 2005 , Closed: Oct 12, 2005
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2004
ENGINE STALLING
ODI OPENED PE05-029 BASED ON 33 REPORTS OF ALLEGED GASOLINE ENGINE STALLING ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE GASOLINE/ ELECTRIC HYBRID VEHICLES THAT CAN BE OPERATED IN GASOLINE OR ELECTRIC MODES, OR A COMBINATION OF BOTH DEPENDING ON THE POWER DEMAND.ALL REPORTS ALLEGE THAT THE GASOL... Read more

TOYOTA PRIUS - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA PRIUS across all model years (2001, 2026).

91 Total Recalls
15,599 Total Complaints
4 Investigations
1,411 Reported Crashes
124 Reported Fires
29 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA PRIUS - Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 1 5 View
2025 (current) 2 29
2024 4 35 View
2023 4 26 View
2022 1 31 View
2021 0 11 View
2020 0 23 View
2019 3 54 View
2018 1 46 View
2017 3 127 View
2016 5 215 View
2015 1 216 View
2014 3 282 View
2013 3 548 View
2012 6 544 View
2011 6 664 View
2010 10 3,486 View
2009 6 644 View
2008 4 1,894 View
2007 4 2,451 View
2006 6 1,690 View
2005 6 1,298 View
2004 6 737 View
2003 1 123 View
2002 2 201 View
2001 3 215 View
2000 0 4 View

Other TOYOTA Models

Model Recalls Complaints
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
HIGHLANDER HYBRID 355 1,103 View