2015 Toyota Prius C
Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 17 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 64 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
5 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system.
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I purchased my 2015 Prius C in July of 2016. Since then I have consistently had issues with the lock actuator going out on various doors.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-11
Stand still. On 9.12.2015. Dealership never notified that I became the driver. They are refusing to follow the manufacturer warranty that Toyota sales. Sold in price of giant sticker. We are going rounds.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-02-19
Service brakes
3 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Unknown brake issues
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-09
A few months after purchase, while driving the car, all of the dash indicator lights came on and the display flashed "Brake override malfunction, see dealer." The brake and the gas were not being used at the same time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-06-27
Engine
3 of 17 total reports mention: engine.
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While driving the hybrid battery light turned on. The car then began to reduce its speed and I had to pull over. I restarted the car and on one of the fuses to the computer to restart it. I began to drive the car back home and it did it again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-04
Wheels
2 of 17 total reports mention: wheels.
Air bags
2 of 17 total reports mention: air bags.
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Prius was rear-ended at highway speeds, forcing it into the vehicle ahead of it. Airbags did not deploy, & driver's seat failed to stay locked, moving forward then rearward during crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-22
Also filed under Seats
Our vehicle was struck in the side this week, and the air bags did not deploy. We were on a residential street traveling around 30MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-01-30
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015-09-15Tires15V514000 Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Prius C vehicles manufactured April 20, 2015, to June 30, 2015.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will re-calibrate the TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET15E.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Toyota Prius C — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V514000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 2015 Toyota Prius C reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota Prius C?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Prius C have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.