2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (2 reports).

1Recalls
5Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls

Fuse May Fail, Causing Hybrid Power Loss at Speed

Recall 17V718Nov 15, 201739,915 vehicles affected

The high-voltage EV fuse inside the hybrid battery can fracture after repeated high-load driving, such as climbing long hills.

Most common 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Electrical System1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Structure1

What owners report

2024-12-28, Structure
The pearl white paint on my 2015 Toyota Prius plug in vehicle is starting to chip and delaminate. This poses a safetly hazard to the structural rigidity of the body which could rust, break down, and fail unexpectedly. I am requesting to hold Toyota, who has had paint issues with their vehicles in the past, liable and to pay for the cost of a new paint job. Please help!
2024-08-24, Service Brakes
ABS/ brakes, traction control warning lights came on 5 days ago. Dealer stated DTC 1391 code detected and recommend brake actuator replacement and brake booster assembly. Toyota issued TSB 0024-19 for service.
2022-10-12, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that after his mother had driven uphill and had pulled into a gas station with him in the front passenger seat, the vehicle began to overheat. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he saw smoke coming out from underneath the hood of the vehicle on the passenger side. Additionally, the exhaust pipe emitted white smoke. The contact's mother shifted into neutral (N) and the vehicle was pushed into a parking spot. The vehicle was towed to the dealer two weeks later. The dealer diagnosed that the water pump had failed, causing the head gasket to blow out. The dealer diagnosed that the water pump needed to b
2020-01-13, Electrical System
FAILED DOOR ACTUATOR CAUSING LOCKS TO NO LONGER SWITCH ON OR OFF.
2016-12-03, Service Brakes
UPON IMPACT TO DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL, BRAKE FAILED (SEVERAL PUMPS TO FLOOR) WHILE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT FOOT PRESSURE. VEHICLE WAS MOVING WHEN IT WAS HIT BY ANOTHER PRIUS.

2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid questions

Does the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid: Fuse May Fail, Causing Hybrid Power Loss at Speed. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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