Toyota Prius 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2025 and 16 complaints filed by owners. It has 64% 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.
Own or buying a Toyota Prius 2025? 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 2025
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 26V049000 · 2026-01-28
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Consequence
A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · 2025-10-30
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
16 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
1 with a crash · 1 injury
Most reported problems on the Toyota Prius 2025
- Electrical system: 6 (38% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 3 (19% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 2 (13% of complaints)
- Latches and locks: 2 (13% of complaints)
- Brakes: 2 (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 2025
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2025 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 2025 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Prius 2025. 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 2025?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (6 of 16 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).