What are the most common Toyota Prius V problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 345+ owner reports, the 2012-2017 Toyota Prius V has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Electric Water Pump Failure and Engine Overheating, EGR Cooler Cracking and Coolant Leak, EGR Cooler Condensation and Engine Intake Carbon Buildup. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Toyota Prius V reliable?

The 2012-2017 Toyota Prius V has 5 known issues documented across 345+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Electric Water Pump Failure and Engine Overheating and EGR Cooler Cracking and Coolant Leak. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Toyota Prius V problems?

Repair costs for known Toyota Prius V issues range from $0 to $1,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Electric Water Pump Failure and Engine Overheating, typically costs $250-$800 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What year Toyota Prius V is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Toyota Prius V. Based on owner reports, issues are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2012-2017 Toyota Prius V with 5 documented issues from 345+ owner reports.

Toyota Prius V Problems: 5 Issues Every Owner Should Know

⚠️NHTSA Recalls5 recalls

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V-684. 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.

Campaign #20V36900024/06/2020

AIR BAGS

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota Prius V vehicles manufactured November 7, 2013, to January 7, 2015. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the passenger seat air bag system may be improperly calibrated. As a result, the passenger air bag may not deploy in a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Campaign #15V01300016/01/2015

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

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.

Campaign #18V68400004/10/2018

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER

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 drive a short distance. In some circumstances, the hybrid system may shut down causing the vehicle to stop while being driven.

Campaign #15V44900015/07/2015

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

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 illuminated continuously until the brake pedal is pressed, when the brake lights will go out.

Campaign #13E07000012/12/2013

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