2025 Toyota Prius recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Toyota Prius and 16 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (6), unknown or other (3), forward collision avoidance (3). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 54–57 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2025 ranks #3 of 14 Prius model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (139). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.6 per model year.
Recalls 2
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Toyota Prius. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Electrical system · wiring · switches/knobs/buttons
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Risk: A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.
Back over prevention · display function
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
The small battery located in the back of the car has a serious problem. I have been stranded over four times now. The battery loses it charge or isn't being fully charged up. When I go to get in the car. The interior lights flash and it will not go into ready mode to allow the vehicle to be driven. I have been stranded four times. I resorted to have a jumper pack in the back of…
I am submitting this complaint to report an unexpected transmission shift event that occurred while operating my 2025 Toyota Prius at highway speed which created an immediate and obvious safety risk. The event occurred on XXX. While driving my Prius at approximately 75mph on Interstate [XXX], I reached toward the center console area to retrieve my sunglasses. I did not intentio…
These tires were purchased brand new and installed at Pep Boys on March 24th. By the 15th of this month—less than a month later—one of the tires had developed a bulge on its sidewall.bubbling on the tire sidewall . However, neither the manufacturer (Toyo) nor the retailer (Pep Boys) has been willing to take responsibility for the issue, refusing to process a return, issue a ref…
Safety ratings
2025 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB AWD
2025 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Toyota Prius.
Prius
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Prius AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota Prius have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Toyota Prius, most recently for electrical system · wiring · switches/knobs/buttons (01/28/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Toyota Prius?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (6), unknown or other (3), forward collision avoidance (3).
Is the 2025 Toyota Prius safe?
The 2025 Toyota Prius earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Toyota Prius?
The 2025 ranks #3 of 14 Prius model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (139). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.6 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Toyota Prius get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Toyota Prius range from 54 to 57 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: PRIUS, Prius.