2015 Toyota Prius Recalls

Quick answer: The 2015 Toyota Prius has 1 NHTSA safety recall on record. Check your VIN to see which apply to your specific car — recall repairs are free at the dealer.

TL;DR

1 recall on the 2015 Toyota Prius. Recall repairs are always free. Enter your VIN at NHTSA or your dealer to confirm which apply.

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Recalls for the 2015 Toyota Prius

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER

NHTSA campaign 20V369000 · 2020-24-06

Issue: 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.

Risk: An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system. If the vehicle has experienced an inverter failure with certain hybrid system faults related to this condition, the inverter assembly will be repaired or replaced, prior to software update. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB10 / 20TA10.

What to do about a recall

  • Recall repairs are free — the manufacturer pays, regardless of car age.
  • Confirm which recalls apply to your exact car by entering your 17-digit VIN.
  • Contact any franchised dealer for that brand to schedule the free repair.
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Check engine light on your 2015 Toyota Prius?

A recall is a known defect the manufacturer fixes for free. A check-engine light is different — it's a stored trouble code you can read yourself. Start here:

Check engine light explained P0420 — CatalystP0300 — MisfireP0171 — Running Lean All OBD-II fault codes

Frequently asked questions

Are Toyota Prius recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers, no matter how old the vehicle is.

How do I check recalls for my exact Prius?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup or any Toyota dealer. The VIN tells you precisely which campaigns affect your car.

Is it safe to drive a Prius with an open recall?

It depends on the defect. Read the "Risk" line for each recall above — some are minor, others advise reduced use until repaired. When in doubt, contact a dealer.