repaired · 2019 Q2
Hybrid propulsion system
Risk. The failed fuse may cause the hybrid system to shut down resulting in the loss of power.
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 13 owner complaints about the 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 17V-718 the manufacturer reports only 84% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 16, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid has problems
13 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Service brakes3 crash/fire/injury
3Fuel/propulsion system
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
2Electrical system
2Service brakes, hydraulic
1Exterior lighting
1Traction control system
1Forward collision avoidance
1Seat belts
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Traction control system | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other Prius Plug-in Hybrid year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Prius Plug-in Hybrid median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid safety ratings
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid 5 HB FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (12.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, and the recalls they led to.
- Brake Actuator Valve WearNo recall
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
In owners' words
What Prius Plug-in Hybrid owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I WENT TO SEVERAL MECHANICS AND GOT THE SAME ISSUE CONFIRMED. IT IS A BOOSTER BRAKE SYSTEM ISSUE. I CALLED CONSUMER ADVOCATES AND THEY SAID THE NOTICE WENT OUT IN 2019 AND SINCE THEN EXPIRED. THEREFORE DEALERSHIP IS NOT GOING TO REPAIR THE DEFECT. I RECEIVED NO SUCH NOTICE. WHEN I CONTENDED THAT…
Got rear end on 08.21.2023. Was able to drive car to work next day. Once I got home the ABS, traction control, and brake light went on. Using OBD2 scanner. Code 16-17 Right--Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Noise or Intermittent interruption, Code 16-17 Left-Right Wheel Speed Sensor Malfunction,…
The contact owned a 2014 Toyota Prius PHV. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph when the vehicle would not brake while the pedal was depressed, which resulted in the contact crashing into a vehicle in front of it. No one was injured and a police report was filed. The contact stated…
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