2014 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Prius Plug-IN Hybrid years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid. That ranks 2nd out of 9 Prius Plug-IN Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (5 complaints, 38%), typically at around 110,083 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
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- 13owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 5 | 38% | 110,083 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 23% | 134,961 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 23% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 15% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 15% | 167,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 15% | 124,961 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 8% | 22,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 8% | 167,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls (1)
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Hybrid propulsion system
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid battery contains an Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse that may fracture after repeated high-load driving conditions such as climbing long hills.
Risk: The failed fuse may cause the hybrid system to shut down resulting in the loss of power. Loss of power while driving at higher speeds can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EV fuse, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0R.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
- Brake Actuator Valve Wear (DP19004) — opened Sep 30, 2019, closed Jan 21, 2021.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-In-Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal had to be depressed abnormally hard to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not…
I went to several mechanics and got the same issue confirmed. It is a booster brake system issue. I called consumer advocates and they said the notice went out in 2019 and since then expired. Therefore dealership is not going to repair the defect. I received no such notice. When i contended that…
Complete failure of ABS system. Error code C1391. This is a well-known problem with Gen 2 and 3 Priuses.
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brake pedal was very stiff. The contact stated that the ABS, brake lights, and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was…
Got rear end on 08.21.2023. Was able to drive car to work next day. Once I got home the ABS, traction control, and brake light went on. Using OBD2 scanner. Code 16-17 Right--Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Noise or Intermittent interruption, Code 16-17 Left-Right Wheel Speed Sensor Malfunction…
Other Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid years
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?
Owners most often report service brakes, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Prius Plug-IN Hybrid model years, the 2014 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.