2014 Toyota Prius V Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Prius V years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Toyota Prius V. That ranks 3rd out of 8 Prius V model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (38 complaints, 46%), typically at around 58,500 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 82owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Toyota Prius V 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 | 38 | 46% | 58,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 15 | 18% | 91,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 13 | 16% | 163,335 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 12 | 15% | 103,850 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 12% | 90,611 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 10% | 31,222 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 7% | 133,838 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 5% | 16,326 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 5% | 170,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 4% | 67,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 2% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 148,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 93,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Toyota Prius V recalls (4)
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Hybrid propulsion system: inverter
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V-684. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Risk: An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system. If the vehicle has experienced an inverter failure with certain hybrid system faults related to this condition, the inverter assembly will be repaired or replaced, prior to software update. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB10 / 20TA10.
Hybrid propulsion system
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Risk: If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0V. Note: The software updates in this recall are needed even if the vehicle had the software previously updated under recalls 14V-053 or 15V-449.
Hybrid propulsion system: inverter
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Prius V vehicles manufactured August 22, 2011, to June 30, 2014. A component within the hybrid inverter assembly may overheat, causing the hybrid system to reduce output power allowing the vehicle to only drive a short distance. In some circumstances, the hybrid system may shut down causing the vehicle to stop while being driven.
Risk: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unti (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Air bags
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota Prius V vehicles manufactured November 7, 2013, to January 7, 2015. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the passenger seat air bag system may be improperly calibrated. As a result, the passenger air bag may not deploy in a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: If the air bag does not deploy as intended, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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.
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 vehicle is experiencing a critical failure of the Brake Actuator and Booster Pump assembly. The dashboard currently displays multiple warning indicators: ABS light, Traction Control light, and the Brake System Warning light (Master Warning "!"). Symptoms: Mechanical Failure: The internal…
In 2024, I had my vehicle checked out prior to a road trip because the brakes were making "fart noises," and I was worried about driving it to Albuquerque. The AAA certified dealer I took the car to said everything checked out alright. I never received the letter regarding the brake system issue…
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I purchased a 2014 Toyota Prius V in 2013, and it currently has 120,000 miles on it. Last month, the engine light came on, so I took it to a dealership. They diagnosed the issue and provided the codes P0302 and P0304. After consulting multiple shops, all confirmed that coolant is leaking into the…
Description of the Problem Vehicle: 2014 Toyota Prius v (Mileage: 70,000) Problem Description: The vehicle is experiencing a critical failure of the Electronically Controlled Braking (ECB) system, specifically the Brake Actuator and Booster Pump assembly. The dashboard currently displays multiple…
Other Toyota Prius V years
← 2013 Prius V · 2015 Prius V →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Prius V | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 Prius V | 12 | 1 |
| 2016 Prius V | 16 | 1 |
| 2015 Prius V | 24 | 2 |
| 2014 | 82 | 4 |
| 2013 Prius V | 125 | 2 |
| 2012 Prius V | 218 | 3 |
| 2011 Prius V | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Prius V?
Owners most often report service brakes, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 38 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Toyota Prius V?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Toyota Prius V a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Prius V model years, the 2014 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.