repaired · 2026 Q3
Wiring: switches/knobs/buttons
NewRisk. A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
2025 Toyota PriusProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2025 Toyota Prius, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-744 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 29, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Toyota Prius has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Electrical system
3Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
2Latches/locks/linkages
2Power train
2Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
1Vehicle speed control
1Visibility/wiper
1Back over prevention
1Wheels
55 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2025 Toyota Prius 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2025 vs. every other Prius 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 median. How we score
'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Toyota Prius safety ratings
2025 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Prius owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The small battery located in the back of the car has a serious problem. I have been stranded over four times now. The battery loses it charge or isn't being fully charged up. When I go to get in the car. The interior lights flash and it will not go into ready mode to allow the vehicle to be driven.…
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver’s side front door became inoperable while using the controls. The door could be opened from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or…
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear driver’s side door unexpectedly opened while a minor was seated inside the vehicle. The message that the rear door was unlocked was displayed. The dealer was notified of the failure, but…
Own a 2025 Prius?
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