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2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls and problems

2 recalls and 25 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid.

2
recalls
25
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls

Hybrid propulsion system

NHTSA campaign 17V718000 · reported November 15, 2017 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 39,915 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.

Air bags: side/window

NHTSA campaign 16V487000 · reported June 30, 2016 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 482,002 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Toyota Prius, 2010 and 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, and 2011-2012 Lexus CT200h vehicles. A weld in the curtain shield air bag inflator may crack causing one or both portions of the inflator to eject into the passenger cabin.
The risk
If either portion of the curtain shield air bag inflator ejects into the passenger cabin, there is an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install retention brackets to the curtain shield air bags, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota Customer Service Department at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is Toyota G0U, and Lexus GLJ.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 21, 2024 · Service brakes

1. The ABS system failed upon inspection at a dealership. Specifically the ABS accumulator and booster. 2. The ABS system put us at risk by failing prematurely, and traction control and ABS functions seemingly stopped working while driving on the road. 3. Yes, dealership confirmed the issue with a full diagnostic, and…

May 25, 2024 · Suspension

Today 05/25/2024 noticed a slight camber on the right rear wheel. Jacked up the car and removed the right rear to take a closer look and realized the rear axle/subframe was splitting in half along the weld point. If I hadn't caught this today and my daughter was driving it I'm confident she or others would have been…

Apr 4, 2024 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 130,000 miles

The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving down a winding road, the brake warning light and brake message suddenly activated and while depressing the brake pedal, the pedal extended to the floorboard and the vehicle would not immediately stop. The vehicle was later taken…

Feb 16, 2024 · Service brakes · crash reported

I was driving less than 55mph on freeway on February 5, 2024 when my vehicle went into an out of control spin, Brakes did not seem to work and unable to control vehicle until hit center divider on freeway, Spun 180 degrees and kept going back with no braking until hit center divider.

Oct 5, 2023 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 130,000 miles

The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the stabili-trak, ABS, and a several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated there were also audible alarms being sounded. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the brake pedal failed to…

Prius Plug-IN Hybrid model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2010 1620
2011 0100
2012 22511
2013 11230
2014 11330
2015 1510

All Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid, the most recent reported on November 15, 2017 (Hybrid propulsion system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (10 complaints), followed by unknown or other (4).
How many 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 25 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 21, 2024.