2016 Toyota Prius v: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Toyota Prius v: 1 recall, 16 owner complaints and up to 41 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Hybrid system Vehicle recall #20V369000 · 2020 · 266,638 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An unexpected hybrid power system shut down May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Speed control / throttle (4): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (2).
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are warning light on (3), electrical failure (2).
- Airbags (4): the most common themes are fails to deploy (3).
- Other / unknown (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2), electrical failure (2).
The 2016 Toyota Prius v has 16 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 8 Prius v model years for complaints (well below the 60 average). Complaints peaked in 2017 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 22,650 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (24 complaints, 2 recalls), 2017 (12 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 43 | 39 | 41 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Toyota Prius v have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 Toyota Prius v. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Toyota Prius v problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are speed control / throttle (4), electrical (4), airbags (4).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Prius v get?
EPA ratings run up to 41 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Toyota Prius v repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.