MYRModel Year Report

2017 Toyota Prius C

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2017 Toyota Prius C
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:51:13.627Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Prius C Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2012: 63 complaints 2012 2013: 56 complaints 2013 2014: 32 complaints 2014 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2019
2017: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
201263
201356
201432
201517
201612
20172
20186
20190

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS C. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING DEPRESSED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190816

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS C. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING DEPRESSED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190816

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact was driving a company-owned 2017 Toyota Prius C.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250819

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20170615 — tires

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles.

Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074.

Campaign 17V295000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Toyota Prius C — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 17V295000 (tires) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2017 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 2017 Toyota Prius C?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Prius C have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.