Toyota Prius 2020 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2020 and 14 complaints filed by owners. It has 69% fewer 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.

Recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2020

NHTSA has no vehicle recalls on file for this model and year.

Complaints from other owners

14 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

6 with a crash · 6 injuries

Most reported problems on the Toyota Prius 2020

• Brakes: 4 (29% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 2 (14% of complaints)
• Tires: 2 (14% of complaints)
• Air bags: 1 (7% of complaints)
• Forward collision avoidance: 1 (7% 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 2020

• Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• Check for even wear and the tires’ DOT date.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

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

• What is a car recall and how to get it fixed for free
• Pre-purchase inspection for a used car: what to check
• Questions to ask the seller of a used car

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Toyota Prius 2020 have?

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2020. 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 2020?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: brakes (4 of 14 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.