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2015 Toyota Prius V problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2015 Toyota Prius V sits mid-pack among Prius V years: 31 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 27, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

Brakes leads the complaint categories with 11 reports (36% of the total).

31

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other Prius V years?

Prius V NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted289 complaints2011: 1 complaints2012: 289 complaints2013: 164 complaints2014: 118 complaints2015: 31 complaints2016: 24 complaints2017: 14 complaints2018: 3 complaints
Prius V NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Toyota Prius V problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes1135%
Fuel System413%
Other413%
Transmission310%
Speed Control310%
Electrical System26%
Engine26%
Seat Belts13%
Airbags13%

Does the 2015 Toyota Prius V have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V369000Fuel SystemJune 24, 2020 · 266,638 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system. If the vehicle has experienced an inverter failure with certain hybrid system faults related to this condition, the inverter assembly will be repaired or replaced, prior to software update. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB10 / 20TA10.

15V013000AirbagsJanuary 16, 2015 · 4,971 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

If the air bag does not deploy as intended, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will re-calibrate of the OCS system, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH IN A NEIGHBORHOOD, I HAD JUST TURNED INTO A DIAGONAL PARKING SPACE IN A CUL-DE-SAC AT ABOUT 10AM AND THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD AND HIT A YELLOW IRON POST BEYOND THE FRONT OF THE PARKING SPACE. IT HAPPENED IN A MATTER OF 2-3 SECONDS AND I COULDN'T STOP…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 14, 2019 · crash

“I HAVE TOYOTA PRIUS V 2015 BUT I WAS LOSING POWER AND I TOOK IT MECHANIC SEVERAL TIMES AND NOW IT'S SEEMS LIKE NOW IT AFFECTED MY ENGINE OR MY GASKET ACCORDING TO THE MECHANICS.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · September 15, 2018

“ISSUE STARTED AFTER 2 YEARS, WHEN WET AND COLD AS I BACK UP AND PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, A VERY LOUD NOISE HEARD COMING FROM THE BACK? IT LASTS AS LONG AS I PUT MY FOOT ON THE PEDAL. EXPRESSED MY CONCERNS AT PETERSON TOYOTA DEALER LOCALLY, BUT THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT "IT'S NORMAL", COULD…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 1, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH. THE SPEED INCREASED TO 20 MPH AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE CONTACT APPLIED SIGNIFICANT PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 24, 2018 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH. THE SPEED INCREASED TO 20 MPH AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE CONTACT APPLIED SIGNIFICANT PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 24, 2018 · crash

2015 Toyota Prius V — common questions

Is the 2015 Toyota Prius V reliable?

It is close to typical for the Prius V: 31 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2015 Prius V problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (11 complaints), fuel system (4 complaints), other (4 complaints).

Does the 2015 Toyota Prius V have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 Toyota Prius V. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Toyota Prius V years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Prius V years to avoid are 2012, 2013, 2014. The cleanest record among Prius V years belongs to 2011.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.