Is the 2017 Toyota Prius reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Toyota Prius is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota Prius?

The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Prius have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 Toyota Prius

▲ Better than typical

2017 Toyota Prius
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This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 91
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Visibility/wiper

Complaints per year

2017: 91 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2000	4
2001	165
2002	167
2003	99
2004	610
2005	1,051
2006	1,439
2007	2,004
2008	1,497
2009	502
2010	2,824
2011	522
2012	424
2013	414
2014	210
2015	166
2016	155
2017	91
2018	37
2019	30
2020	14
2021	6
2022	24
2023	20
2024	27
2025	16
2026	6

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Visibility/wiper

19% · 17 reports

Service brakes

15% · 14 reports

CRASHINJURY

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I want to check if there is a issue with the pre collision and the braking assistance features. My Prius prime roll forward during a idled stop and I did not receive warning and the car did not assist stop feature did not engage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-11

Vehicle speed control

14% · 13 reports

CRASHINJURY

Fuel/propulsion system

13% · 12 reports

FIRE

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While filling my Prius with gas, as soon as I started pumping, it spewed gas all over my arms and shirt, as the gas would not go down the pipe into the gas tank.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-08

Engine

13% · 12 reports

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2016-11-10Parking brake16V741000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Prius vehicles manufactured August 6, 2015, to October 3, 2016.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a clip at the parking brake cable end to prevent the cable from disengaging, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

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2017-06-15Tires17V295000 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.

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2018-10-30Electrical system18V579000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage.

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2017 Toyota Prius — pre-purchase inspection

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Visibility/wiper: 17 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 13 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V741000 · Parking brake
Recall 17V295000 · Tires
Recall 18V579000 · Electrical system

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Toyota Prius reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Toyota Prius is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota Prius?: The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Prius have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.