CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Toyota Prius has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 91 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (17 reports).
2017 Toyota Prius recalls
Wiring Wear Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire Risk
The engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit can rub against its cover at this connection and wear through over time.
Spare Tire May Be Underinflated, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2017 Toyota vehicles may have a temporary or emergency spare tire that was not inflated to the pressure listed on the Tire Pressure Label.
Parking Brake Cable May Disconnect, Allowing Rollaway
The parking brake cable on certain vehicles built between August 2015 and October 2016 may disengage from its mechanism.
Most common 2017 Toyota Prius problems
Problem areas named in the 91 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Engine | 12 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Power Train | 4 |
What owners report
The catalytic converter heat exchanger failed internally, causing coolant to leak into the exhaust system. Symptoms included white smoke from exhaust and coolant loss with no visible ground leak. This is a documented factory defect per Toyota Technical Service Bulletin T-SB-0135-19 affecting 2016-2019 Prius models. Toyota has denied warranty coverage despite the vehicle was originally bought & spent its entire prior operational life registered in New York, a state covered under Toyota's full 15-year/150,000-mile emissions warranty. Defect was confirmed by an authorized Toyota dealership, in PA. Vehicle had approximately 83,104 miles at time of diagnosis. Manufacturer denied coverage and is f
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Toyota Prius. It was discovered when the contact listed the vehicle for sale that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was as a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 126,611. The potential purchaser provided a CARFAX report that recorded the mileage on 11/6/2024 at 225,810.
During hot temperatures and after coming to a full stop, the car stalls/hesitates significantly (5-6seconds) when pushing the gas pedal. The car eventually proceeds but the issue reoccurs. It can only be intermittently reproduced and no codes are shown on the car dashboard. Mechanics are unable to identify the source of the issue so it cannot be resolved.
Standing at a red light and someone rear ended
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the vents were blowing out cold air. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was adding coolant to the coolant reservoir every three to four days. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the coolant was leaking into the exhaust pipe. The dealer recommended that the exhaust system front pipe be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted, opened a case, and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 81,700.
2017 Toyota Prius questions
Does the 2017 Toyota Prius have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Toyota Prius: Wiring Wear Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire Risk; Spare Tire May Be Underinflated, Raising Crash Risk; Parking Brake Cable May Disconnect, Allowing Rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota Prius?
Based on 91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (17), Service Brakes (14), Vehicle Speed Control (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Toyota Prius 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.