2014 Toyota Prius V Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Toyota Prius V.

20132015
Complaints
112
Crashes
5
Fires
10
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2014 Toyota Prius V Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#133 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:65,754 mi
Crash-related:1
#213 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:123,886 mi
Fires:2
#312 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:133,085 mi
Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Toyota Prius V.

Brakes
33
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
65,754
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
123,886
Engine Problems
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
133,085
Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
90,611
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
55,044
Hydraulic Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
143,168
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hybrid Propulsion System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Toyota Prius V

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,187,562 vehicles.

20V369000Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter
~266,638 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V-684. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.

18V684000Hybrid Propulsion System
~807,329 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.

15V449000Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter
~108,624 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Prius V vehicles manufactured August 22, 2011, to June 30, 2014. A component within the hybrid inverter assembly may overheat, causing the hybrid system to reduce output power allowing the vehicle to only drive a short distance. In some circumstances, the hybrid system may shut down causing the vehicle to stop while being driven.

15V013000Airbags
~4,971 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota Prius V vehicles manufactured November 7, 2013, to January 7, 2015. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the passenger seat air bag system may be improperly calibrated. As a result, the passenger air bag may not deploy in a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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2014 Toyota Prius V — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Toyota Prius V reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 Toyota Prius V has 112 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Brakes with 33 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Toyota Prius V?
Top reported problems: Brakes (33 complaints, avg 65,754 mi); Electrical Faults (13 complaints, avg 123,886 mi); Engine Problems (12 complaints, avg 133,085 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Toyota Prius V?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 92,330 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Toyota Prius V?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Toyota Prius V include 5 crash-related reports, 10 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Toyota Prius V have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,187,562 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Toyota Prius V?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Toyota Prius V reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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