2015 Toyota Prius c: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Toyota Prius c: 1 recall, 17 owner complaints and up to 50 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Tires Vehicle recall #15V514000 · 2015 · 949 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) May be improperly calibrated and, as a result, the TPMS May fail to warn the driver that the tire pressure is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems."
Why it matters: If the vehicle is driven on underinflated tires, the tires May fail. Sudden tire failure increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners, and dealers will re-calibrate the TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Brakes (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (3): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
The 2015 Toyota Prius c has 17 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 8 Prius c model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 24). Complaints peaked in 2018 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 18,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (32 complaints, 0 recalls), 2016 (12 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 53 | 46 | 50 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Toyota Prius c have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2015 Toyota Prius c. 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 2015 Toyota Prius c problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (7), electrical (5), brakes (3).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Toyota Prius c get?
EPA ratings run up to 50 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Toyota Prius c repair manual?
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