https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Toyota Prius. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:48:22 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2178531 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Inferior brake system on 2015 Prius master brake cylinder and vacuum booster. Extended warranty issues identified by Toyota for 10 years or 150, 000 miles. I bought my Prius used in 2021 with 92,000 miles at age [XXX] old intending it to last as long as I did. I am now [XXX] old and essentially totally independent. The above mentioned parts were identified as not functioning properly on 2/3/2026 https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2178406 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Prius Hybrid equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Ecopia EP422, Tire Size: 195/60/R17, DOT Number: Y9CDCJTX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for routine maintenance, during the tire rotation, the mechanic discovered that one of the front tires had developed a bubble on the sidewall. The contact was advised that the tire was unsafe to use and r https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2178499 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A 2026 Toyota Prius was delivered to me on or about February 5, 2026 while subject to an active federal safety recall involving a rear door electrical switch defect. The recall indicates that water intrusion into the rear door switch can cause an electrical short circuit which may allow a rear door to open while the vehicle is in motion. At the time of delivery, there was no remedy available for t https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2177262 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Eingen faliur acording to dealership Toyota of Anthioc the veicle is on there lot for now but there diagnostic was engine faliure https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2177263 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Eingen faliur acording to dealership Toyota of Anthioc the veicle is on there lot for now but there diagnostic was engine faliure https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2177264 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Eingen faliur acording to dealership Toyota of Anthioc the veicle is on there lot for now but there diagnostic was engine faliure https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2176778 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The vehicle is experiencing a suspected brake actuator / brake booster failure. Multiple warning lights appeared simultaneously, including ABS, Brake, Traction Control, and Master Warning lights. The vehicle produces a frequent buzzing noise from the brake system, especially at low speeds or when stopped. The noise occurs repeatedly when pressing the brake pedal, indicating the system is struggli https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2175248 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The brake booster/accumulator failed on my vehicle. This part was a common failure during the 2010-2015 production run so much so that Toyota extended coverage to replace. Mine failed recently beyond the warranty extension of 10 years/150k miles. My vehicle has only 108k miles and is 15 months beyond warranty. Toyota Corporate will not replace this vital part, despite the fact it was a defectiv https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2174912 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I was driving and notice ABS light and other light came on, then noticed that when I tried to brake it felt weak, had to pump brake, then later noticed a leak on brake fluid. I took car to Toyota and they checked it and said brake booster and booster pump needed replacing and they wanted to charge me 3,000 dollars. I could not do the job so I checked around and the auto one in my area informed me https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2174913 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I was driving and notice ABS light and other light came on, then noticed that when I tried to brake it felt weak, had to pump brake, then later noticed a leak on brake fluid. I took car to Toyota and they checked it and said brake booster and booster pump needed replacing and they wanted to charge me 3,000 dollars. I could not do the job so I checked around and the auto one in my area informed me https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2175088 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The brake booster suddenly fails at 54k mile. Brake responds slower and need to push the brake pedal all the way It seems a lot of 2010-2015 Prius are facing this problem ABS light, skid light, and brake light was on when it happened, first appeared on Feb 6, 2026 Have to replace brake boost for ~$1500 https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2174611 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle check engine code C1391 (Antilock Brake System - abnormal leak in accumulator) came up on 2/5/2026. Recommended repair is to replace the Brake Booster Pump and Assembly, Brake Booster - over $1000 in parts alone. This WAS covered by an Extended Warranty by Toyota (10 years / 150K miles). I only have 120K miles at this time but am past the 10 year mark. However, it seems that this part will https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2174151 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and the traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a leak in the brake fluid hose. The contact was unsure what repair was performed, but the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred w https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2172939 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The slip notification, abs, and brake lights turned on while driving on the highway. The brakes then became very stiff and the vehicle did not brake as fast or as well as it normally does without the lights. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2172239 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT While driving, the Brake, ABS, traction light and other light lit up. The car lurched in an odd way. I can hear the oil pressure pump turn on every 5 seconds. Toyota shops told me the master cylinder and booster pump are failing and that the brakes will stop working while driving, causing an accident. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2172095 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Brake pedal became hard and vehicle was difficult to stop. ABS warning light appeared on dashboard. This is a problem that Toyota has addressed previously by extending the warranty period to 10 Years/150,000 miles. My vehicle has 122,000 miles on it but the 10 year extended warranty has expired. I took the vehicle to a local repair shop and they confirmed that there was a problem with the brake ac https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2171608 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT ABS break actuator and abs pump failed while driving losing loss of breaking. Toyota is aware of this problem but refuse to fix this notorious and dangerous problem they have with multiple model years. I was not informed of the limited service campaign. This should be recalled as a safety to the public. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2171721 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while attempting to use the front driver's side seat belt, the lap belt and the anchor bolt detached, rendering the seat belt unusable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the lap belt was reattached to the seat. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that a representative would return a https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2171374 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 2014 Prius HB with 135k miles , onboard system warning lights for Brakes, ABS system, TPMS and Traction Ctrl all came one suddenly. Brake losing pressure while vehicle making strange noise under front driver side https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2170726 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT On Jan 5, 2026 I was driving locally at about 40-45 mph. All of a sudden 3 indicator lights came on ABS, Brake, and Brake System Warning Light. There were no noises, but the brakes felt different. They did stop when needed. I left space between myself and others just in case, did not want an accident. Called my regular mechanic. They advised to not drive the car, but to bring it into the shop at 8 https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2170727 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT On Jan 5, 2026 I was driving locally at about 40-45 mph. All of a sudden 3 indicator lights came on ABS, Brake, and Brake System Warning Light. There were no noises, but the brakes felt different. They did stop when needed. I left space between myself and others just in case, did not want an accident. Called my regular mechanic. They advised to not drive the car, but to bring it into the shop at 8 https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#recall-26V049000-toyota-toyota-prius-2026 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#recall-26V049000-toyota-toyota-prius-2025 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#recall-26V049000-toyota-toyota-prius-2024 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#recall-26V049000-toyota-toyota-prius-2023 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2169937 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle unexpectedly lunged forward. The ABS warning light and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2169660 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle: 2012 Toyota Prius Mileage: Approximately 217,000 miles While driving normally in traffic, the vehicle experienced a sudden and unexpected brake system failure. Multiple warning lights illuminated simultaneously, including the red BRAKE warning light, ABS warning light, traction control light, and warning symbol (!). Shortly after, the vehicle began emitting an audible warning/beeping, a https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2169836 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT ABS warning light illuminated and the system failed while driving, causing longer braking distance and reduced steering control during braking. I am concerned this ABS malfunction increased the risk of a crash for me and other road users. https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2169360 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. While attempting to start the vehicle using the Push to Start feature, the vehicle made a loud screeching sound. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer, where the failure was diagnosed as a failure with the Data Control Unit (DCU). The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,0 https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius https://plaincars.com/make/toyota-prius#complaint-2168567 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Clear coat and paint is peeling, especially on the roof. Toyota is not acknowledging that this happening with the 2015 Prius seaglass pearl paint.