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Toyota Prius

EPA MPG: 48 mpg

RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2015 Prius is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.

The 2015 Toyota Prius has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2015 Toyota Prius owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Loose exterior trim or moldings

"Roof side molding (driver side) came off loose a month ago. I had to order a part and replace it myself"

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Trim tends to come off inside of doors"

Anonymous A., AZ (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

""If my previous is my everyday, the side bumper, on the front end of the vehicle seem to be coming off. I can press it back in with the palm of my hand though. Making it flush with the body again but I do have to smack it in when I come home from work""

Anonymous A., CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Plastic pulls holding bumpers have failed Thousands to fix or heavy duty duct tape cheap"

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

""The front plastic molding came off from accidentally getting too close to concrete parking markers. We can't see over the hood to tell where the front of the car is in reference to the marker. When we pulled out of the parking space, the molding disconnected from the car. It's just plastic, with a plastic fastener, and the front is too low for many concrete markers. The problem isn't resolved; we have to be extra careful when we park.""

Anonymous A., CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

""Similar issue to the front bumpers, they are almost trying to come away from the car but I can press it in. It doesn't sound like anything snaps out of place or into place but I can just use my palm and press it flush with the body.""

Anonymous A., CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Bumpers hit cement blocks in parking lots eventually breaking plastic plugs which holds it in place"

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Other paint & trim problem

"Paint on 2015 Prius is flaking off, but Toyota refuses to include my paint color in a recall they issues for White paint flaking issues."

Anonymous, TX (2015 Toyota Prius Three 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"Paint cracking/peeling started about 11 months ago"

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Three 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"The paint job is terrible! I even looked up to see if there was a recall. the paint is fading and the top is rusting. Love this car, but the paint job makes it look terrible and one definete reason I would not buy another. I realize that I do live in Florida and we have some harsh weather, but nothing like this has ever happened to any of my other cars."

Anonymous, FL (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Paint peeled in many areas. Had those areas painted. Now all the other areas need repainting."

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Exterior paint cracking and chipping."

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Paint where I had the clear covering peeled off of my door handles and other areas of my car. I keep my car in the garage but this problem of peeling persists."

Anonymous, GA (2015 Toyota Prius Persona Series 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Car started cracking and peeling on and around back hatch door due to ? No fault of mine or anything else. This began 2 years after I purchased car. Not covered in Maintenance contract."

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Rust

"The roof of the car is rusting. Not at all sure why, except that it does sit outside all the time. I do not have a garage. But none of my other cars did that and they were a lot older!"

Anonymous, FL (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

""Starting, auxiliary battery died.""

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"coating has pealed off the top of the car"

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure Unsure)

"Catalytic converter stolen twice"

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure Unsure)

"Third time we've had to replace the battery - not the hybrid one but the regular one. This one was only installed one year ago."

Anonymous, OK (2015 Toyota Prius Five 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Replace front bumper"

Anonymous, NC (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"The covering on the paint all over the exterior is peeling off."

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"The antilock brake sensor in the rear driver side wheel started going bad in April 2025. This was resolved by replacing the sensor."

Anonymous, NY (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Front Shocks need replacing"

Anonymous, VA (2015 Toyota Prius Three 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Hybrid Drive inverter failure"

Anonymous, OR (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"There is a filter near a fan to cool the 400v battery. The filter was never checked and was clogged, causing the fan to fail. I replaced the fan, and the filter was cleaned, and the problem was solved. Cleaning this filter should be STANDARD maintenance, but, apparently it is not."

Anonymous A., NM (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"After 200000 miles it needed a replacement water pump and one speed sensor/wheel bearing"

Anonymous, IL (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Display screen freezes up

""It is a known problem that the Toyota touch screen digitizer has to be replaced after about 8-10 years. Cost to replace the infotainment is thousands of dollars. The radio is still functional so, just lost the touch screen capability.""

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Display screen goes blank

"The displayu screen just died"

Anonymous, HI (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

""It doesn't happen often, maybe once or twice a month. It's scary to look down and see a black screen. When it occurs, it stays black for several seconds. It either comes back on its own, or I have to turn the brightness up all the way on the screen to get it to come back. The problem has not been resolved, we just live with it.""

Anonymous A., CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
External music device interface (e.g., smart phone, MP3 player)

""Same as the GPS. It takes too much time to set up, and it doesn't work as intended. I just dont use this feature.""

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Hardware replacement

"Electronic failure preventing any use of the screen and it's features"

Anonymous A., WA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
In-dash navigation system (GPS)

"It is so user unfriendly and inefficient that I use an external GPS."

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

12V battery

"Replace battery"

Anonymous A., (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Dead battery in morning from interior dome light on by accident"

Anonymous A., CA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

""My car is 10 years old, the battery didnt charge as well as it used to and dint keep the charge for very long. My car died in a parking lot. I feared it was serious. Well it kind of was but an easy fix.""

Anonymous, QC (2015 Toyota Prius Five 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Horn

"goes on as a warning when just parked in the garage."

Anonymous, ME (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Other electrical system problem

"The Electronic Control Module in the Prius is known to have issues and fail. We always get our oil and filter changes at Toyota and expected them to let us know about any recall or safety issues. Toyota failed on multiple occassions to inform us of the ECM issue. The Federal Government lists the ECM issue as a Recall, but Toyota claims it is part of a customer support program. With the CSP, if the customer asks, then the customer pays for the repair. A Recall would always be on Toyota's nickle. Total lack of corporate character."

Anonymous, TX (2015 Toyota Prius Three 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Bushings

""I heard vibrations whenever going over bumps in my steering column. The toyota dealer initially said it was alignment, realigned my car and the issue persisted. I returned to the dealer and they said the bushings in my steering column were bad and were going to charge me $3000 to replace the entire steering column. I did not have the work done and the issue persists.""

Anonymous, GA (2015 Toyota Prius Persona Series 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Wheel balance

"My passenger side rear tire lost about 15 lbs. of air every 3 days, since I got the car. Screw in tire was removed & tire patched."

Anonymous, FL (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Wheel bearings

"Replaced wheel bearings Dec 2024."

Anonymous, CO (2015 Toyota Prius Two 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Other body problem

"Leather front seat is cracking"

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Sunroof

"The rubber sealant around the sunroof became brittle and came loose. The dealer told me that nothing could be done short of buying a new sunroof."

Anonymous, WA (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

EV Battery

Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.

What Owners Say

Electric/hybrid battery pack replacement

""My car has always been maintained and taken in before next date of maintenance. In late July 2024 dash alert showed icon of hybrid with words to pull into a safe place & turn off engine and call for help. My new gas battery was less than a year old. Oil healthy, tires & wipers good. Dash light indicated to REPLACE BATTERY PACK. Dealer estimated repairs $4-6k. Maintenance Contract had expired, along with my last payment for Prius 1/1/25. Cant afford to fix or purchase another car. It sits in garage collecting dust.""

Anonymous, CA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Battery needed replacement. The car was ten years old."

Anonymous A., AZ (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

Condenser

""The initial symptom was loss of coolant, but then the problem was diagnosed to a leaking condencer""

Anonymous, VA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
Other climate system problem

"Heat doesnt blow out hot air unless temp put beer high sometimes"

Anonymous, MD (2015 Toyota Prius Four 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

What Owners Say

Water pump

""I was cornering up a small mountain when the hot engine light came on. It went off and I thought I might just be low on coolant. Asked my trusted mechanic of 10 years to look at it when I had it in for an oil change. It was seized up. Electric water pumps and installation on the Prius was expensive compared to a gasoline engine water pump. Now, all is well.""

Anonymous A., PA (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Calipers

"Standard wear. The car was 10 years old. Brakes get worn down."

Anonymous, NY (2015 Toyota Prius Unsure 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Air or water leaks

"Water leaks on drivers left side and passenger right side. I've tried to clean out any debris from tubes that seem to be a problem, but no luck. YouTube suggests that it might be window seal leaking, but haven't verified it yet."

Anonymous A., FL (2015 Toyota Prius Three 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Other emissions/fuel system problem

"fitting on top of gas tank developed a small crack which needed to have the tank dropped to fix. the code called it a gross fuel vapor leak. DEaler wanted to put in a new tank but my mechanic fixed it with a piece of fuel hosing-cheap and effective"

Anonymous, PA (2015 Toyota Prius Five 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Electric Motor
EV Battery
Engine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Transmission Major
Transmission Minor
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Fuel System/Emissions
Exhaust
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Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2020
An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V369000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 266638
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 15, 2017
The failed fuse may cause the hybrid system to shut down resulting in the loss of power. Loss of power while driving at higher speeds can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid battery contains an Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse that may fracture after repeated high-load driving conditions such as climbing long hills.
What should you do:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EV fuse, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0R.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 17V718000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 39915
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