CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (10 reports).
2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls
Fuse May Fail, Causing Hybrid Power Loss at Speed
The high-voltage EV fuse inside the hybrid battery can fracture after repeated high-load driving, such as climbing long hills.
Side curtain airbag inflator may eject into cabin
A weld in the curtain shield airbag inflator can crack, which may cause one or both parts of the inflator to eject into the passenger cabin.
Most common 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 25 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
1. The ABS system failed upon inspection at a dealership. Specifically the ABS accumulator and booster. 2. The ABS system put us at risk by failing prematurely, and traction control and ABS functions seemingly stopped working while driving on the road. 3. Yes, dealership confirmed the issue with a full diagnostic, and the part has a customer support program bulletin/TSB out for this specific issue. 4. inspected by manufacturer dealership service center. 5. Lights such as the parking brake, ABS, and (!) lit up while driving and the failure occurred at the same time.
Today 05/25/2024 noticed a slight camber on the right rear wheel. Jacked up the car and removed the right rear to take a closer look and realized the rear axle/subframe was splitting in half along the weld point. If I hadn't caught this today and my daughter was driving it I'm confident she or others would have been killed or severely injured since most of her driving is highway related. The part that is blowing my mind is the vehicle was at the dealership twice in the last month and no one noticed when on a lift. The car is now permanently on jack stands till it can be repaired. I'm not sure it will even hold together to get onto a tow truck. I will not attempt driving do to safety speciall
The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving down a winding road, the brake warning light and brake message suddenly activated and while depressing the brake pedal, the pedal extended to the floorboard and the vehicle would not immediately stop. The vehicle was later taken to the local service center who diagnosed that the brake booster, brake master cylinder, and brake booster pump assembly were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the vehicle did not qualify for the manufacturers extended co
I was driving less than 55mph on freeway on February 5, 2024 when my vehicle went into an out of control spin, Brakes did not seem to work and unable to control vehicle until hit center divider on freeway, Spun 180 degrees and kept going back with no braking until hit center divider.
The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the stabili-trak, ABS, and a several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated there were also audible alarms being sounded. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the brake pedal failed to respond. The contact stated that she was able to coast the vehicle off the highway and shifted into park(P) and turned off the vehicle. The contact turned off and turned on the vehicle and attempted to depress the brake pedal; however, the brake pedal was abnormally firm. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brake bo
2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid questions
Does the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid: Fuse May Fail, Causing Hybrid Power Loss at Speed; Side curtain airbag inflator may eject into cabin. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?
Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (10), Unknown Or Other (4), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid has been fixed?
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