Toyota Prius - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Toyota Prius

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Toyota Prius, for which Toyota has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Toyota Prius. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Toyota Prius have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest Prius’s Issues in the EU

All Prius’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

See also: Toyota Prius Owners’ Reviews.

Latest Prius’s Issues in the UK

TOYOTA PRIUS (2021) – TRANSMISSION SHIFT POSITION
on 17/10/2021
TOYOTA PRIUS (31/05/2021 – 30/07/2021) RECALL: Problem description: Due to incorrect programming the hybrid vehicle ECU can incorrectly determine that the […]
TOYOTA PRIUS (2020 – 2021) – THE PRE-CRASH BRAKE ASSIST
on 09/08/2021
TOYOTA PRIUS (28/08/2020 – 25/05/2021) RECALL: Problem description: The pre-crash brake assist function can be delayed.
TOYOTA PRIUS (2014 – 2015) – THE HYBRID UNIT MAY SHUT DOWN
on 27/07/2020
TOYOTA PRIUS (05/02/2014 – 06/11/2015) RECALL: Problem description: Under certain circumstances, the hybrid unit may shut down and cause a loss of motive […]