MYRModel Year Report

2016 Toyota Prius V

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2016 Toyota Prius V
RENDERED 2026-09-16T05:34:54.469Z

Only 16 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 16 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 V Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 216 complaints 2012 2013: 124 complaints 2013 2014: 82 complaints 2014 2015: 24 complaints 2015 2016: 16 complaints 2016 2017: 12 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaints 2018
2016: 16 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
20111
2012216
2013124
201482
201524
201616
201712
20181

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

4 of 16 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

On [XXX] at [XXX] I was backing out of a driveway when my 2016 Prius V5 accelerated on its own. When I applied the brakes, nothing happened. I hit a curb, which flattened the front passenger tire.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251213

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

WHILE PARKING MY VEHICLE AND SLOWING DOWN TO ENTER A PARKING SPACE, I EASED OFF THE BRAKE TO PULL INTO THE SPACE WHEN I HEARD THE ENGINE REV LOUDLY AND THEN THE CAR ACCELERATED AND CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE DESPITE ATTEMPTS TO PUMP THE BRAKES, RELEASE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20181126

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and SERVICE BRAKES

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH INJURY
AIR BAGS

4 of 16 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
ENGINE

2 of 16 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

2016 Toyota Prius V — pre-purchase inspection

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

FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Toyota Prius V?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Prius V have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.