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2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 5 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Toyota dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid owner complaints
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid, describing incidents dated November 30, 2016 to August 17, 2024.
Most-cited components
- Service Brakes 2 complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Engine 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
- Vehicle Speed Control 1 complaint
Of the 5 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11632903 · Filed
The pearl white paint on my 2015 Toyota Prius plug in vehicle is starting to chip and delaminate. This poses a safetly hazard to the structural rigidity of the body which could rust, break down, and fail unexpectedly. I am requesting to hold Toyota, who has had paint issues with their vehicles in…
ODI #11610589 · Filed
ABS/ brakes, traction control warning lights came on 5 days ago. Dealer stated DTC 1391 code detected and recommend brake actuator replacement and brake booster assembly. Toyota issued TSB 0024-19 for service.
ODI #11489032 · Filed
The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that after his mother had driven uphill and had pulled into a gas station with him in the front passenger seat, the vehicle began to overheat. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he saw smoke coming out from…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid in 2 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Defect Petition DP22-005: Pedestrian alert sounds
Closed August 7, 2023
- Defect Petition DP19-004: Brake Actuator Valve Wear
Closed January 21, 2021
Electric Vehicle Fuse May Fracture Limiting Power
NHTSA #17V718000 · Hybrid Propulsion System · NHTSA notice
Reported November 15, 2017 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Potentially affected: 39,915 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.73% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Toyota campaign H0R · Owners notified January 11, 2018 · Vehicles built July 20, 2011 – January 8, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid model years
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