2014 Toyota Prius C Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2014 Toyota Prius C recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2014 Toyota Prius C.

Most common 2014 Toyota Prius C problems

Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	9
Unknown Or Other	8
Engine	7
Electrical System	6
Vehicle Speed Control	4
Wheels	3
Air Bags	3
Exterior Lighting	3
Steering	3
Structure	2

What owners report

2026-10-14, Service Brakes
The brakes failed while driving at a high speed (55 MPH) on the highway along with failing when braking at a low speed (15 MPH) near a major intersection. This occured with no warning other than the Brake, ABS, and Traction Control appearing as the failure was occuring. The warning light when away after the first occurance and the brakes began working again within a few moments. It then reoccured and the lights did not turn off and the car began beeping. My safety, along with my passengers safety and the safety of those who were in the area was put at risk. The highway failure occured in a high traffic area which was also a construction zone so workers were at risk. It has been confirmed

2026-03-17, Service Brakes
Brake actuator assembly known issue in Prius C, Toyota refuses to do anything about it. Part is not cheap.

2025-11-21, Service Brakes
While driving, suddenly all brake lights and warning lights went on, and brakes stopped working normally. It became difficult to brake (brake took a while to engage - had to press pedal to the floor). After diagnostics at the dealership it looks like the brake booster failed. Apparently Toyota knew about this issue as they did an extended warranty through a Customer Support Program, but unfortunately my issue occurred just past the expiration of that warranty. Since brakes are such a critical component of vehicle safety, if they don't operate well or as expected, it endangers the driver and everyone else on the road. It is wild that Toyota is aware of this issue but that there has been no re

2025-08-07, Service Brakes
I was told that my Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly needed replaced. I had specifically asked my dealership in the past if there were any issues with my car and was told that there was nothing, which was untrue. I called Toyota and was told that I was mailed something back in 2018, but I do not remember receiving it. Now I am told that this has expired. I wanted to know if I had any recourse or extension time on this program 21 TE01. I am afraid that my brakes will not work, as the lights go off and on. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2025-07-14, Service Brakes
Cruise Control Not Working. Traction Control Light Active, Brake Light Active, And Light Active The cause was diagnosed by Toyota of Paris. TSB for C1391 Code abnormal leak in accumulator. The corrective action is to replace brake booster assembly with Master cylinder and Brake Booster pump Assembly.

2014 Toyota Prius C questions

Does the 2014 Toyota Prius C have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2014 Toyota Prius C at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Prius C?

Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (9), Unknown Or Other (8), Engine (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Toyota Prius C has been fixed?

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