2012 Toyota Prius V electrical system problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2012 Toyota Prius V — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The hybrid system was shut down while driving. The symptoms are like the description in this recall (NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V684000). However, my VIN is not on the recall list.”
filed Feb 1, 2024
“In September 2022, my car, a 2012 Toyota Prius V with 79, 056 miles, began making noises in the engine area and the brakes became loose, meaning it took more pressure on the brake pedal to engage the brakes. In November 2022 the following warning lamps on the dashboard came on: Master Warning…”
filed Feb 6, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other Prius V years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Prius V | 2 | 9% |
| 2014 Prius V | 15 | 19% |
| 2013 Prius V | 15 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 Toyota Prius V
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.