MYRModel Year Report

2015 Toyota Prius V

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2015 Toyota Prius V
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:45:14.774Z

Only 23 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 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Prius V Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2015 highlighted. 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 215 complaints 2012 2013: 123 complaints 2013 2014: 79 complaints 2014 2015: 23 complaints 2015 2016: 16 complaints 2016 2017: 12 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaints 2018
2015: 23 complaints
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YearComplaints
20111
2012215
2013123
201479
201523
201616
201712
20181

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

11 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH. THE SPEED INCREASED TO 20 MPH AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181009

Brakes failing while driving in the rain. I was unable to use my brakes in the rain and headlights turned off while driving too. Took it to the dealer and they won't do anything unless lights are on on dashboard to read the code.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250211

I started hearing the whirring sound from the brake booster that normally only comes on at startup almost constantly, about every 15 seconds.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240320

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

4 of 23 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 23 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH. THE SPEED INCREASED TO 20 MPH AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181009

POWER TRAIN

3 of 23 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH. THE SPEED INCREASED TO 20 MPH AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181009

ENGINE

2 of 23 total reports mention: engine.

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The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius V. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241101

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20150212 — air bags

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota Prius V vehicles manufactured November 7, 2013, to January 7, 2015.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will re-calibrate of the OCS system, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Campaign 15V013000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20200724 — hybrid propulsion system

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V-684.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system.

Campaign 20V369000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Toyota Prius V — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 15V013000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V369000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2015 Toyota Prius V 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 V?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Prius V have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

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