2005 Toyota Prius engine and engine cooling problems
64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2005 Toyota Prius — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Failure of engine throttle controls: sudden rapid acceleration, un-commanded, which terminated quickly after applying the brakes.”
filed Mar 4, 2014
“Engine shut off at approximately 8500 feet above sea level (carson pass, highway 88). Driving approximately 35-40mph. Clear day 70 degrees. No warning light for overheating, but aux fan turned on in rear seat.. Towed car approximately 50 miles to carson city. Inspected by toyota dealer in…”
filed Apr 23, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Prius years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Prius | 1 | 4% |
| 2019 Prius | 1 | 3% |
| 2018 Prius | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 Prius | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 Prius | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 Prius | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 Prius | 5 | 1% |
| 2010 Prius | 33 | 1% |
| 2009 Prius | 7 | 1% |
| 2008 Prius | 16 | 1% |
| 2007 Prius | 17 | 1% |
| 2006 Prius | 20 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Toyota Prius
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.