2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Structure:body (1) · Service Brakes (1)
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Safety recalls (1)
Hybrid Propulsion System 2017-11-15 · campaign 17V718000 · 39,915 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (79)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-01-07 · T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2026 toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Electrical System 2025-06-13 · T-SB-0058-23 Rev1 · Service Campaign
the air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. the procedures outlined in this service bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0039-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. if these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0038-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
to prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. the purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0035-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. if these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfa
Structure:body 2024-12-05 · T-SB-0061-23 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
toyota vehicles are currently protected with rapgardtm protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. this material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. follow the removal procedure in this bulletin to remove the rapgardtm protective film wi
Showing the 6 most recent of 79 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2024-12-28 · Structure:body“the pearl white paint on my 2015 toyota prius plug in vehicle is starting to chip and delaminate. this poses a safetly hazard to the structural rigidity of the body which could rust, break down, and fail unexpectedly. i am requesting to hold toyota, who has had paint issues with their vehicles in the past, liable and to pay for the cost of a new pa…”
2024-08-24 · Service Brakes“abs/ brakes, traction control warning lights came on 5 days ago. dealer stated dtc 1391 code detected and recommend brake actuator replacement and brake booster assembly. toyota issued tsb 0024-19 for service.…”
2022-10-12 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 70,464 mi“the contact owns a 2015 toyota prius. the contact stated that after his mother had driven uphill and had pulled into a gas station with him in the front passenger seat, the vehicle began to overheat. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the contact stated that he saw smoke coming out from underneath the hood of the vehicle on the passeng…”
2020-01-13 · Electrical System · 60,000 mi“failed door actuator causing locks to no longer switch on or off.…”
2016-12-03 · Vehicle Speed Control · 57,000 mi · 💥 crash“upon impact to driver's side front wheel, brake failed (several pumps to floor) while vehicle accelerated without foot pressure. vehicle was moving when it was hit by another prius.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.