Toyota Prius 2017 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2017 and 91 complaints filed by owners. It has 104% more complaints than the average Toyota Prius from 2016–2025 (45 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Toyota Prius 2017? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2017
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 18V579000 · 2018-09-05
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0T.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Tires
NHTSA campaign 17V295000 · 2017-05-02
What happens
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Consequence
A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Parking brake
NHTSA campaign 16V741000 · 2016-10-14
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Prius vehicles manufactured August 6, 2015, to October 3, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with a foot-operated parking brake system that has a parking brake cable that may disengage.
Consequence
If the parking brake cable disengages from the mechanism and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while the ignition is on and the driver leaves the vehicle, the vehicle may roll unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a clip at the parking brake cable end to prevent the cable from disengaging, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G01.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
91 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
12 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 7 injuries
Most reported problems on the Toyota Prius 2017
- Wipers: 17 (19% of complaints)
- Brakes: 14 (15% of complaints)
- Throttle and cruise control: 13 (14% of complaints)
- Engine: 12 (13% of complaints)
- Fuel and propulsion: 12 (13% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Toyota Prius 2017
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Test every wiper speed and the washer.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Test cruise control and smooth throttle response.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Toyota Prius 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Toyota Prius recalls by year
- 2016 : 5 recalls · 180 complaints
- 2017 : 3 recalls · 91 complaints
- 2018 : 1 recall · 37 complaints
- 2019 : 3 recalls · 30 complaints
- 2020 : 0 recalls · 14 complaints
- 2021 : 0 recalls · 6 complaints
- 2022 : 1 recall · 24 complaints
- 2023 : 4 recalls · 20 complaints
- 2024 : 4 recalls · 27 complaints
- 2025 : 2 recalls · 16 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Toyota Prius 2017 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2017. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Toyota Prius 2017?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: wipers (17 of 91 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 16, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).