2017 Toyota Prius Prime
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 11 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
22% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
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Each time I use the USB port behind the cup holders, my vehicle's electrical system goes through a power-down cycle. This has happened several times over the years while I was driving. I no longer use that particular USB port for safety reasons.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240311
19% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 6 distinct reports on file.
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My 2017 Toyota Prius Prime has experienced a second windshield crack perhaps hit by a small object, which I didn't notice at all. The crack is a "L" shape, about 15 in at each direction. The firs Windshield crack was happened about a year ago.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230916
WINDSHIELD DEVELOPED A CRACK WHICH STARTED EXPANDING RAPIDLY DUE TO HEAT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170623
THE VEHICLE HAD AROUND 5K MILES ON IT WHEN THIS OCCURED. A SMALL IMPACT NEAR THE CORNER OF THE WINDSHIELD HAS GROWN TO MULTIPLE SPIDER VEINS SPANNING ACROSS TO WINDSHIELD IN LESS THAN A WEEK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170616
13% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
JUST FIVE MINUTES AFTER I LEFT THE HOUSE, I WAS DRIVING AT 15 MILES MPH ON A CURVED ROAD AND THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER. THIS INCLUDES BOTH THE ELECTRIC MOTOR AND THE GAS MOTOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20201201
13% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
JUST FIVE MINUTES AFTER I LEFT THE HOUSE, I WAS DRIVING AT 15 MILES MPH ON A CURVED ROAD AND THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER. THIS INCLUDES BOTH THE ELECTRIC MOTOR AND THE GAS MOTOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20201201
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Toyota Prius Prime — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime 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 Prime?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.