2012 Toyota Prius V engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 37 complaints for the 2012 Toyota Prius V, 13% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 37 13% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 120,000 miles 25 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 4 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 1 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 5 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 4 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 2 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 25 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 120,000 miles, and 24% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire.
What owners wrote
Driving down the highway, the engine suddenly threw a rod, causing a terrible jolt, after which the engine burst into flames. There had been no warning lights.
It started with shaking on startup, idle and low speeds. Check engine light came on. Diagnosed with multiple cylinder misfire. Ignition coils replaced, but did not solve the problem. Subsequent analysis indicated coolant in the combustion chamber due to a failed head gasket.
Other problems reported for the 2012 Toyota Prius V
- Brakes 134 complaints
- Electrical system 24 complaints
- Cruise control 15 complaints
Engine problems in other years
- 2017
- 2016
- 2015
- 2014
- 2013
- 2012