2017 Toyota Prius V
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 215 |
| 2013 | 123 |
| 2014 | 79 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 12 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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SINCE WE HAD PURCHASE OUR CAR PRIUS V FOUR WITH DRL (DAY RUNNING LIGHTS)(VERTICAL LED UNIT IN BUMPER) THEY NEVER WORKED PROPERLY-HENCE NOT VISIBLE IN OUR ACCIDENT..
NHTSA ODI report, 20200904
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
1 of 12 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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I WAS SLOWLY ( < 5MPH) APPROACHING A STOPLIGHT AT A BUSY INTERSECTION IN A 25 MPH ZONE ON A 4 LANE STREET THERE WERE 2 VEHICLES AHEAD OF ME. EVERYTHING SEEMED FINE UNTIL MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED RAPIDLY AND I WAS UNABLE TO STOP IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190526
1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.
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While driving I heard noises, like âflap,flap,flapâ. Pulled over to look at the tire and saw that the tire was peeling.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241020
1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure.
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The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius V. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud explosion coming from the rear of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240715
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
2017 Toyota Prius V — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 20V369000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2017 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 2017 Toyota Prius V?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Prius V 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.