2017 Toyota Prius recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Toyota Prius; the most frequently affected component is electrical system — wiring. Owners filed 91 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 26 model years of this model in the database, 2017 ranks #16 for number of recalls.

Recalls3

Complaints91

Crashes reported9in stored complaints

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Recalls (3)

Electrical system — WiringCampaign 18V579000 · 05 Sep 2018

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit.

Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0T.

Tires — Temporary/emergency spare tireCampaign 17V295000 · 02 May 2017

Problem: 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. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Risk: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

Parking brakeCampaign 16V741000 · 14 Oct 2016

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Prius vehicles manufactured August 6, 2015, to October 3, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with a foot-operated parking brake system that has a parking brake cable that may disengage.

Risk: If the parking brake cable disengages from the mechanism and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while the ignition is on and the driver leaves the vehicle, the vehicle may roll unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Toyota's number for this recall is G01.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine8 · 20%

Fuel/propulsion system7 · 18%

Service brakes7 · 18%

Vehicle speed control6 · 15%

Unknown or other5 · 12%

Visibility/wiper4 · 10%

Electrical system3 · 8%

Steering3 · 8%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Toyota Prius. It was discovered when the contact listed the vehicle for sale that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was as a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 126,611. The potential purchaser provided a CARFAX report that recorded the…
Electrical system · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 toyota prius. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle lost power. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to longo toyota (3534 n peck rd, el monte, ca 91731, (855) 415-6497), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The…
Engine · Sep 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed. The accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and jerked. The vehicle was…
Power train · Nov 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 toyota prius. While traveling approximately 20 mph and attempting to turn, the steering ability became very difficult without warning. The vehicle was taken to dmark toyota (15933 n idahocenter blvd, nampa, id 83687) where it was determined that a sensor on the intermediate steering shaft…
Steering · Nov 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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