2017 Toyota Prius v problems
The Toyota Prius v (for versatile), also named Prius α (pronounced as Alpha) in Japan, and Prius+ in Europe and Singapore, is a hybrid gasoline-electric automobile produced by Toyota introduced in Japan in May 2011, in the U.S. in October 2011, and released in Europe in June 2012. The Prius v was unveiled at the January 2011 North American International Auto Show alongside the Prius c Concept, and it is the first Prius variant to be spun off from the Prius platform. According to Toyota the "v" stands for "versatility". It is a compact MPV with a standard full hybrid drivetrain.
The Prius α was offered in the Japanese market with both nickel–metal hydride battery and lithium-ion battery. The Prius v in the U.S. was offered only with a nickel–metal hydride battery. As of April 2016, global sales totaled about 634,000 units, led by Japan with 428,400 units sold, representing 67.6% of global sales.
Specifications
The Prius v design resembles compact based minivans prevalent in Europe and has a drag coefficient of Cd=0.29 with a shape that evolved from the Prius. The exterior styling is rounded with an extended roofline that allows the vehicle to retain the triangular silhouette symbolic of Prius. Other differences are the trapezoidal-shaped front with sharp-edged headlamps and wind-slipping aero corners for improved aerodynamics, as well as an enlarged under grille. The rear styling has a specially designed roof spoiler that improves air flow.
The interior cargo space is more than 50% larger than the 2010 Toyota Prius, 5 inches (130 mm) longer and 1 inch (25 mm) wider, providing 34.3 cubic feet (970 L) of cargo space behind the rear seats; it also offers 38 inches (970 mm) of rear leg room, and more head height.
The Toyota Prius v includes many of the same standard features of the 2010 Prius, with four driving modes: Normal, Power, Eco and EV; smart key with push button start, an electronic shift lever, Hill Start Assist Control (HAC), and a back-up camera. Available options include energy-efficient LED headlamps, dynamic radar cruise control with a Pre-Collision System (PCS), and advanced parking guidance system. The Prius v has several technical advancements including Toyota's new Toyota Entune Multimedia System and a panoramic sunroof made of lightweight resin, 40% lighter than a glass roof of the same size. Entune premiered on the 2012 Toyota Prius v.
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Common 2017 Toyota Prius v problems
The 2017 Toyota Prius V has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues are generally minor compared to other hybrids, leading to low repair costs.
Another common issue is worn-out brake rotors, which have shown up on some 2017 Toyota Prius models in the first 30,000 miles. Excessive hard braking can lead to the brake rotors wearing out quicker than in some other cars since they are not as large. Replacing the brake rotors costs around $600, and fixes the problem.
Rattles in the dash are another complaint from Toyota Prius owners at around 20,000 miles. The dash is held together primarily by plastic clips, and if any of them come loose or break, there will be rattles. Diagnosing the source of the problem and replacing the clips costs roughly $100.
The 2017 Toyota Prius has three recalls, which is better than some competitors. The most serious recall is for the engine wiring harness, which may short out. Toyota will inspect the harness for any damage and replace affected models for free.
In addition to these specific issues, there are several common problems reported by owners of the 2017 Toyota Prius, including exhaust system issues such as leaks and failures, EV battery problems, noises and leaks, body hardware problems, in-car electronics issues, brake problems, paint and trim concerns, and electrical accessories malfunctions.
It is important to note that the 2017 Toyota Prius V has excellent reliability, and these common problems are generally minor compared to other hybrids, leading to low repair costs. However, potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider them when making a purchasing decision.
Is 2017 a good year for Toyota Prius?
If you're looking for a hybrid with a stellar reputation for reliability and fuel economy, backed by an extensive dealer network and priced in the mid-$20,000 range, look no further than the 2017 Toyota Prius.
Is the Prius V reliable?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 9% for the Toyota Prius V, compared to an average of 12% for midsize cars and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
How many miles can a 2017 Toyota Prius last?
between 200,000 and 250,000 miles
With regular maintenance, a Toyota Prius owner can expect to get between 200,000 and 250,000 miles out of their Prius, with some owners topping the 300,000-mile mark and going strong.
Why was the Prius V discontinued?
U.S. sales of the Prius v were discontinued at the end of the 2017 model year as sales had fallen considerably since the 2016 launch of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
Is 2017 a good year for Toyota Prius?
If you're looking for a hybrid with a stellar reputation for reliability and fuel economy, backed by an extensive dealer network and priced in the mid-$20,000 range, look no further than the 2017 Toyota Prius.
Is the Prius V reliable?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 9% for the Toyota Prius V, compared to an average of 12% for midsize cars and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
Why did Toyota stop making Prius V?
Declining Sales: One of the primary reasons for discontinuation was declining sales. The demand for larger hybrid vehicles, like SUVs and crossovers, increased over time, while the market for compact hybrid wagons like the Prius V declined. Buyers were shifting towards vehicles that offered more space and versatility.
What is the most common problem of Toyota Prius?
A list of some of the most common issues Prius owners have to deal with.
- Bluetooth Echos During Calls. ...
- Musty and Moldy A/C. ...
- Unintended Acceleration. ...
- Rodents Chew Soy-Coated Wires. ...
- Prius Headlight Problems. ...
- Prius Brake Defects. ...
- Toyota Excessive Oil Consumption.
2017 Toyota Prius v car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Prius v problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Visibility/wiper problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Service brakes problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Toyota Prius v vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Toyota Prius v
The NHTSA has received 96 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Toyota Prius v. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Toyota Prius v vehicles.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-16
- VIN: JTDZN3EU3HJ
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: While driving I heard noises, like “flap,flap,flap”. Pulled over to look at the tire and saw that the tire was peeling. Changed to the donut spare tire and went to “Firestone” 5 days later to have a new tire put on because the original service shop, “Mr King auto services center”, would not take any responsibility for a the tire that was purchased and installed by them 6 months prior. I went to Mr Tire 2 days after this happened and was basically told there was nothing they could do and said it was the alignment. Firestone said my alignment was fine and gave me paperwork to show what was checked. Cooper P215/50R17 (90W)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-21
- VIN: JTDKARFU5H3
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving the speed limit of 70mph on a major highway, the sunroof on my 2017 Toyota Prius exploded. There was no warning of any kind: no other traffic nearby so no rock or debris from another vehicle; no overpass or bridge so nothing from above; it was a mild sunny day of 76 degrees so not a weather factor; and by the angle of the glass that remains being in an outward position rather than inward, reveals to me that it was from inside out, not from outside in as if it were a rock hitting. It just exploded. I was the only person in the car. Thankfully, the visor was shut on it or the shattered glass would have caused injury and of greater serious concern is just the sudden sound of what sounded like a bomb going off over my head was enough to cause a reaction which easily would result in an accident. It was a terrifying experience! I was lucky no other vehicles were nearby and could react and safely get off the road. I called 911 immediately and reported it. I have read many such claims from other Toyota owners online (see ToyotaNation.com and search by "exploding Sunroof") and even from a technician at my nearby Toyota Collision Center that it just happened to a friend of theirs also. This is not a one time issue. When I took the car to the Collision Center for an estimate and inquired about the damage, they could find no recall on it by Toyota. This is certainly a dangerous and hazardous issue that needs to be addressed asap before someone is seriously hurt or there is a fatality.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-03
- VIN: JTDKBRFUXH3
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Coolant leaking into exhaust And engine also vehicle suddenly stops for no reason now engine is completely broken due to the coolant going into the motor oil
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-15
- VIN: JTDZN3EU0HJ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius V. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud explosion coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that after stopping to inspect the vehicle, it was discovered that the passenger’s side rear hatch strut had exploded into pieces. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-23
- VIN: JTDKARFU7H3
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Dashboard pop up came up saying that the grille shutter is inoperable to visit a dealer. Went online and noticed there were recalls for my Prius year and because emissions is affected I contacted Toyota financial customer service who said to go to a dealer and that they would fix no charge. Went three times to the dealer and they did not want to honor the recall. Charged me $200 to run diagnostics on the vehicle and confirmed that the code that was being recalled matched. They made excuses and in the end did not fix. The pop up appeared March 2024 and since then I now have another pop up appear about the hybrid system overheating due to them not fixing. I went to a local mechanic who said it was the dealers responsibility since there are service bulletins but they do not want to help. The car has stalled out on the freeway almost leaving me to get hit and my fuel has gotten worse.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-16
- VIN: JTDKBRFU0H3
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: On 10/16/23 I was turning slowly into a parking spot and my car suddenly accelerated without my pressing the accelerator. I slammed on the break and the car stopped. It was frightening because I could have hit someone or something but luckily the car stopped before that happened. I believe that this was a malfunction of the accelerator. This has not been checked or reported to anyone yet but I will be calling Toyota to have it checked. There have been no warning messages.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-28
- VIN: JTDKARFUXH3
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and pulling out of a parking lot, the vehicle lost motive power and made abnormal sounds. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart, and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket was blown, causing damage to the engine. The dealer informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the same assessment was made. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist because the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-19
- VIN: JTDKARFUXH3
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While filling my Prius with gas, as soon as I started pumping, it spewed gas all over my arms and shirt, as the gas would not go down the pipe into the gas tank. My mechanic explained that gasline exhaust valve was stuck causing the gas to spirt back out the intake opening. This part had to be replaced. Firestone replaced it for a total of $337.08, however, the dealer would have charged more. It was not covered as a defect issue. The experienced mechanic said that he had seen this problem on several Toyotas. This is hazardous and Toyota should repair those that exhibit this problem; also they should change their design so that the exhaust valve does not fail causing gasoline to spill on the person pumping gas and all down the side of the car onto the cement pavement.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-01
- VIN: JTDKARFU1H3
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The rear quarter panel is peeling off
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-17
- VIN: JTDKARFUXH3
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: When filling gas, a near-empty Prius overflowed almost immediately, splashing fuel over the car, the ground, tires, and my feet! Gas is flammable and not good to get on one's skin. Firestone experienced/certified repairman said that he's repaired many Toyotas with the same problem. No advanced warning was presented. Last time I filled it before this incident it worked fine. Technician said that the air-exhaust that permits air to escape while gas is being delivered to the tank had failed to work properly, causing the fuel to spew back up the gas line and on to the car/ground. He had to order a part from Toyota and replace it. This cost me $337 for part and labor. I believe this is a malfunction that Toyota should cover. This part should not fail as it could start a fire and contaminate the car, ground and put petroleum on people.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-12
- VIN: JTDKBRFU2H3
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: For the past year or so we have had issues with the vehicle not starting properly. If we leave the radio, wipers, heater, or air conditioner in the ON position when we shut the car off, or a window down a little on a hot day, a sensor triggers a Low Battery error code. We have had the battery checked and it is NOT low. When this happens to start the car we need to get a jumpstart from someone. This limits where we feel safe driving to as in a remote place where not many other people and cars are it would be more difficult to find someone to give us a jumpstart. On occasion, we have had to call a towing service to come to help us, which requires sometimes a long wait. The car starts right up once the connection to the other vehicle's battery is made. We should not need a checklist to make sure everything is turned off before we leave the car to avoid this non-starting issue.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-14
- VIN: JTDKBRFU4H3
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: On 9/14/22 I was almost a hundred miles from my home in Sherrill, NY on Rte 81 south, approaching the bridge in Binghamton, NY when I heard a loud ringing noise. At first I thought it was my phone; then I thought it was a police vehicle; then a construction noise. I finally faced the fact if was coming from my 2017 Prius which had just reached 20,000 miles. I was in heavy traffic but managed to pull over and walk around the car as the noise seemed to be coming from the rear. I saw nothing amiss. I managed to drive another twenty minutes to Great Bend, PA and just before I pulled into the parking lot at McDonalds the noise stopped. I called Nye Automotive in Oneida, NY which had sold me the car and talked to a mechanic who said he had no experience with a ringing noise. Proceeding cautiously I drove 135 miles to Quakertown, Pa where my son diagnosed the problem as the brake pad on the drivers side rear wheel that had tilted and was banging against the rotor. My son replaced the brake pad and next day we drove to Long Beach Island, NJ, stopping to check for heat coming from that wheel. It was fine. When I got back home to Sherrill I could found the email of Mark Templin, CEO of Toyota who gave me the number of [XXX], a Toyota executive. I have been driving for sixty years and had never encountered a tilted brake pad. I am so easy on brakes that mechanics marvel that I can get to over 50,000 miles before work needs to be done. I am concerned that the ringing-clanging noise alone could cause an accident. Having had a bee and a mouse in the car previously I remained in control but could have reacted badly. I told [XXX] that I thought perhaps Toyota would like to see who had made the brake pads. I had heard of airbags and other components purchased by many car makers having caused problems in the past. Mr. Wilson didn't seem interested. Also, since my car was beyond the 3-year warranty he felt Nye wanting to charge me to look at the car was appropriate. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-26
- VIN: JTDKARFUXH3
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: The driver's side car seat automatic seat adjustment (backwards/forwards) failed all of a sudden with no warning. It was working when I parked the car to go into an office for an appointment. When I came back out to the car, it wouldn't work and was making strange noises. I called the dealer and they said to bring in the car to be looked at. This is a safety issue because it was hard to reach the pedal to drive the car without pillows pushing me forward in the car seat. The car was taken to the dealer twice and I was finally told that the track the car goes forward and backward on was worn out and the motor would need to be replaced. I was quoted $3K for the repair because the warranty had expired and the car seat needed to be removed to make the repairs.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-12
- VIN: JTDKBRFU7H3
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: I had just changed from the right-hand lane to the center lane of a six-lane expressway when my vehicle lost power and i was able to move over to the right hand shoulder of the road. The accelerator pedal did not work and I just coasted to the side of the road. I noticed that a red warning saying something about RADAR flashed on the instrument panel when this happened. I turned off the vehicle and tried to restart it, but nothing happened. I then texted the person who was expecting me and explained the problem. Since I had just taken the car to the dealer for its regular 40,000 mile service four days earlier, I intended to call my dealer to ask them what to do. All of this took about 10 minutes with the engine turned off. Before doing this, I again tried to restart it. It started and I inched it forward on the shoulder of the road. Since I did not feel safe parked on the shoulder, I merged into traffic and took it to another Toyota dealer. They said that they could not look at my vehicle to diagnose what might be wrong because all their technicians were going home at 4 pm. I drove to my son's house and he suggested that I report this to you. Something similar happened to him when he was driving this same vehicle about six month ago. He was driving on a city street, did not notice any dashboard warning, and took it to this same dealer. They were not able find anything wrong. I felt I should report this since this is the second time this vehicle suddenly lost power. My incident happened when I was driving at expressway speed and could have caused a serious accident had I not been able to coast to the shoulder of the road.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-25
- VIN: JTDKARFU7H3
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Windshield cracked from bottom to top and across while sitting and there was no evidence of a rock or chip that would cause that. Air temp was about 95 degrees. No rain, no impact, car was sitting parked and not running.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-05
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTDKBRFUXH3
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: For the second time (first in 2019) I was seconds and maybe two feet from stopping the car to park when, with my foot on the brake, the car suddenly and without warning lunged forward at what seemed like full throttle. The first "crash" was in my driveway. The force was shocking and took off the front of the car. I insisted Toyota investigate and they ultimately denied any liability. After the car was allegedly repaired, I started noticing another phenomenon: every time I would slow down to brake--approaching an intersection or stop sign, etc.--the car would briefly lunge forward before the brakes engaged to stop the car. I reported this to the dealer 2-3 times and each time I was assured that this was "normal" for a hybrid transitioning from gas to electric at a lower speed. Two weeks ago, with a friend in the car, I was pulling into a parking space, foot on the brake and about to stop, when the same thing occurred: without warning, the car lunged forward, at what seemed like full throttle, and crashed into a low concrete wall. Had it been seconds later, we would have had our seatbelts off and gone into the windshield. There were injuries. FYI, I have a pretty much perfect driving record and log thousands of miles each year. I had ZERO problems with the Prius I owned prior to this one. I will never drive this car again.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-05
- VIN: JTDKBRFU0H3
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING AND STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT. WHEN ACCELERATING TO PROCEED FROM THE STOP LIGHT THE VEHICLE WOULD BARELY ACCELERATE NO MATTER HOW FAR WE PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL DOWN. THE ENGINE WAS NOT REVVING FASTER IT JUST APPEARED TO STAY IN EV MODE WITH VERY LITTLE ACCELERATION. FINALLY AFTER ABOUT 5-10 SECONDS THE CAR STARTS ACCELERATING. WE ARE VERY CONCERNED THAT IF THIS OCCURS AT A TURN ONTO A BUSY ROAD WE COULD BE IN A POSITION WHERE WE ARE STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF ONCOMING CROSS TRAFFIC. THIS IS VERY INTERMITTENT, MAYBE ONCE OR TWICE PER SUMMER (USUALLY IN THE HOTTER TIMES OF THE YEAR). WE'VE HAD THE CAR AT THE DEALERSHIP AND BOTH TIMES THEY HAVE SAID THEY FOUND NO PROBLEM. SEARCHING ON THE INTERNET THIS SOUNDS LIKE TSB-0241-17, WHICH I HAVE SHARED WITH THE DEALER BUT BOTH TIMES THEY HAVE INDICATED THEY SEE NO SIGN OFF A PROBLEM.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-29
- VIN: JTDKARFU1H3
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: MY WINDSHIELD CRACKED FOR NO REASON, WHILE IT WAS PARKED. THIS IS THE SECOND CRACK I GOTTEN ON MY WINDSHIELD FROM OWNING IT FOR 2 YEARS. THIS IS HIGHLY UNUSUAL, I DON'T DRIVE MY CAR VERY FAR, AND IT HAPPENED WHILE IT WAS PARKED.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-27
- VIN: JTDKBRFU5H3
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY 2 YEAR CHECK UP W/14,932 MILES I WAS ADVISED MY FRONT ROTORS NEED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO POOR PAD CONTACT AND REAR ROTORS ARE GROOVED HEAVILY AND NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL. I WAS SHOCKED. I DID NOT HAVE REPLACED . MECHANIC SAID WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION. IS THERE A RECALL? WHAT IS GOING ON W/TOYOTA PRIUS BRAKES. AM AFRAID TO DRIVE CAR AND CAN'T AFFORD TO REPLACE ROTORS EVERY 15,000 MILES.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-16
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTDZN3EU1HJ
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SINCE WE HAD PURCHASE OUR CAR PRIUS V FOUR WITH DRL (DAY RUNNING LIGHTS)(VERTICAL LED UNIT IN BUMPER) THEY NEVER WORKED PROPERLY-HENCE NOT VISIBLE IN OUR ACCIDENT.. UNLIKE OTHER EARLIER MODELS THE USER COULD ADJUST THE SENSOR AND TURN THIS FEATURE ON OR OFF-BUT NOW THE FEATURE CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A TOYOTA SERVICE MECHANIC. THE FEATURE ALSO OPERATES OFF A DAY LIGHT SENSOR THAT ALSO CANNOT BE ADJUSTED BY THE OWNER OF THE VEHICLE. HENCE SINCE THIS IS A SAFETY FEATURE NOTED IN FAQ ON TOYOTAS SITE IT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED FOR A RECALL.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-18
- VIN: JTDKARFU5H3
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,SEATS
- Summary: EVEN THOUGH THIS VEHICLE HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THIS CASE, I CONSIDER THAT IT IS VERY RELEVANT THAT I EXPRESS MY CONCERNS WITH THIS VEHICLE DUE TO THE FACT THAT I TRADED IN MY 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS FOR A VEHICLE THAT PROVIDED AN UNSAFE DRIVING EXPERIENCE TO MY FAMILY WHICH WAS THE 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS WITH VIN NUMBER [XXX] AFTER TAKING IT TO THREE DIFFERENT TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS TO BE EVALUATED BY TWO DIFFERENT TOYOTA FIELD INSPECTORS FROM TOYOTA HEADQUARTERS, TOYOTA MOTOR VEHICLES MADE THE CHOICE NOT TO LISTEN TO OUR CONCERNS AND REJECTED TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY PROVIDING ME A SAFETY HAZARD PRODUCT IN ORDER TO AVOID LEMON LAW AND/OR MAKE ME AWARE OF THE HIGH LEVELS OF EMF THAT THE VEHICLE HAD. ON APRIL 18 2019, WE NEVER WERE TOLD BY THE SECOND FIELD INSPECTOR SENT BY TOYOTA HEADQUARTERS THE RESULTS OF HIS FINDINGS. BIG TWO TOYOTA TOOK ADVANTAGE OF THE SITUATION AND CONVINCED US TO TRADE IN THIS VEHICLE FOR A NEW 2019 TOYOTA SIENNA. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-10
- VIN: JTDZN3EU0HJ
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I PURCHASED MY 2017 PRIUS V II IN MAY 2017. APPROXIMATELY 9 MONTHS OR SO AFTER PURCHASE MY HEADLIGHTS BURNT OUT, FIRST THE DRIVER'S SIDE THEN PASSENGERS SIDE. I AM NOW REPLACING, PURCHASING NEW HEADLIGHTS EVERY 3-4 BECAUSE THEY CONTINUE TO BURN OUT. I'VE TRIED VARIOUS BRANDS INCLUDING BUYING DIRECTLY FROM TOYOTA BUT THEY STILL BURN OUT. THIS IS DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY FOR NIGHT DRIVING. LUCKILY THE HEADLIGHTS DO NOT BURN OUT TOGETHER AT THE SAME TIME. TOYOTA DEALER WON'T GIVE ME AN ANSWER EXCEPT TO PURCHASE A NEW LIGHTING SYSTEM FOR MY HEADLIGHTS
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-05
- VIN: JTDKARFU9H3
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE COVERING ON THE STEERING WHEEL AT THE HAND LOCATIONS HAS EXCESSIVE WEAR AND THE PLASTIC IS ROUGH ON SKIN. THE MANUFACTURE WILL NOT WARRANTY THE STEERING WHEEL COVER BECAUSE OF BEING OUT OF WARRANTY I DO NOT FEEL THAT A STEERING WHEEL COVER SHOULD WEAR OFF IN LESS THAN TWO YEARS REGARDLESS OF MILEAGE WHICH IS CURRENTLY AT 139000 MILES.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-19
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTDKBRFU2H3
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 19 MPH AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MILLENIUM TOYOTA, 257 N FRANKLIN ST, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE AND AN INSPECTOR WAS SENT OUT TO RETRIEVE INFORMATION FROM THE VEHICLE DATA RECORDER. THE CONCLUSION WAS DRIVER ERROR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-01
- VIN: JTDKBRFUXH3
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LONGO TOYOTA (3534 N PECK RD, EL MONTE, CA 91731, (855) 415-6497), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 25,825. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2017 Toyota Prius v recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2017 Toyota Prius v.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
- Summary: 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.
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Hey there! I was considering purchasing a replacement car and I actually tried this one out. It was really tempting, but I ultimately decided to hold off for a little while longer.
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I love my Prius! It's been such a reliable car, even after almost 90k miles. The trunk is roomy enough for all my Costco runs, and the back seats fold down for even more space. Plus, I'm getting an average of 44MPG, which is amazing! The only thing I would change are the seats - I wish they were a bit lower to the ground.
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When shopping for a vehicle, it's important to do your research and compare prices. In my experience, I found that by reaching out to multiple dealers in the area, I was able to negotiate a great deal. After a bit of back and forth, I was able to secure a discount of over $2000 and even received a lifetime warranty on the drivetrain and battery/hybrid system. It's always worth taking the time to shop around and find the best deal possible!
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to let you know that I read your message about your experience on Freeway I5 South. I'm so glad to hear that you and your car made it through okay, even though you're experiencing some pain. It's great to hear that the car performed well, and I'm sure the engineers who designed it would be thrilled to hear your feedback. It sounds like you really love your car, which is wonderful! If there's anything I can do to help, please don't hesitate to let me know. Take care!
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I love my Prius V! Although, I do have a couple of minor complaints. The side panels around the windows create some blind spots, and the constant beeping when backing up can be a bit overwhelming. It's hard to tell if you're actually in danger of hitting something with all that noise!
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Tyson Rempel 2024-10-03
I was really hoping to get a sunroof, but unfortunately, it only comes with the 5 model that has the advanced tech package, which I found to be too expensive. As a result, I am still searching for the perfect car. I do wish that Toyota would make it simpler to choose the options you want. Despite this, I enjoyed the test drive and believe that the Prius V would be a great car for me.
Elwyn Kovacek 2024-05-27
The side mirrors on the car were so tiny that it was impossible to adjust them to see approaching cars at or beyond the rear bumper. This made me feel unsafe while driving and after just 3 weeks, I decided to trade it for a RAV 4. I have never driven a car before where the mirrors were unable to be adjusted sufficiently to see oncoming cars. Additionally, the lack of visibility due to the rear seat headrests made it a non-starter for me. Overall, it was not the right fit for my needs.
Jason Bergnaum 2024-04-22
After 3 years, I have come to the conclusion that I will not be purchasing a Toyota again. Unfortunately, I have experienced paint chips and scratches with as little as a fingernail, which has been confirmed as a paint defect. Additionally, I have heard a random loud clacking noise upon starting, which the dealership has said is nothing wrong. Furthermore, the trim started coming off after the first year, which has made me question the safety and reliability of the vehicle. Therefore, I have decided to purchase a Subaru when they go electric for my next car.
Khalil Schmidt 2024-03-04
I loved my first Prius, a 2007 (I believe it was a level 3 option package - no nav, single CD, etc). However, I have to say that the interior package of my 2017 V (level 4) could have been designed better. The power outlets went from 3 easily accessible ones in the front seat to just two, with one of them being in the back of the cargo area and not easily accessible while riding in the vehicle. The tonneau cover is a bit oddly placed, requiring one to attach a flap to the back seats if it is to cover the whole area. The straps are solid, but elastic ones would have been more convenient. The miles per gallon on the standard odometer setting is a bit strange, constantly going up and down in no apparent logical way. However, the readings on the trip meter work fine. The ability to display KPH has been standard equipment on most vehicles since the 70s, but it's not available on this model, which is a bit disappointing. The navigation system is just OK, but my 10-year-old Garmin was better. This one thinks I'm off-road, unless I'm zoomed in so far it only shows the next 1/4 mile of map. However, I do like the display on the speedometer that tells me what street I'm on. Several other odd design features as well, but none are complete deal-breakers. Overall, I'm a bit disappointed with the design of this model, but it's still a decent car. Oh, and what's with that backup signal?Hello! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share something with you about my Prius. I've noticed that there's a signal that can only be heard inside the vehicle, and it seems like no one else has experienced this before. I have Sirius radio, but unfortunately, it doesn't offer many stations that I enjoy listening to. However, I have some local stations that play the genres I like. The reception quality hasn't been great, and I've been experiencing static all the time in my location, which is a bit frustrating. Despite these design flaws, I still love my Prius because it gets great mileage and performs well. I have no trouble accelerating to merge into traffic. Thanks for listening!