2024 Toyota Prius problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 38 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Toyota Prius, filed between 2024-03-03 and 2026-09-24. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (9, 24%), air bags (4, 11%) and exterior lighting (3, 8%). Owners reported 5 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Toyota Prius complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 12 | 32% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 24% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 11% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 8% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Electrical system: 9 complaints
- 9 complaints of 38 (24%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2024 Toyota Prius; the latest, campaign 26V049000, says: “Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.”
Air bags: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 38 (11%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 3 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Toyota Prius covers this system.
Exterior lighting: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 38 (8%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Toyota Prius covers this system.
Service brakes: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 38 (8%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Toyota Prius covers this system.
Suspension: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 38 (8%) name the suspension — springs, shocks and struts, control arms and ball joints.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Toyota Prius covers this system.
Tires: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 38 (8%) name the tires — the tires, including tire-pressure monitoring.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Toyota Prius covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 17 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PRIUS, PRIUS PRIME, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Toyota Prius recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Toyota Prius?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Toyota Prius's most common problem areas are the electrical system (9 of 38 complaints), air bags (4 of 38 complaints) and exterior lighting (3 of 38 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Toyota Prius have?
NHTSA has 38 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Toyota Prius, including 5 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Toyota Prius's problems?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2024 Toyota Prius; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.