Model year guide

2014 Toyota Prius v

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Toyota Prius v is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 33 on record.

2014 Toyota Prius v — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 Toyota Prius v at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints251
Combined41 mpg
Typical price$17,373

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2014 Toyota Prius v recalls 4

Hybrid Propulsion System NHTSA Campaign #18V684000 · 04/10/2018

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. 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.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number …

Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter NHTSA Campaign #15V449000 · 15/07/2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Prius V vehicles manufactured August 22, 2011, to June 30, 2014. A component within the hybrid inverter assembly may overheat, causing the hybrid system to reduce output power allowing the vehicle to only drive a short distance. In some circumstances, the hybrid system may shut down causing the vehicle to stop while being d…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unti (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #15V013000 · 16/01/2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota Prius V vehicles manufactured November 7, 2013, to January 7, 2015. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the passenger seat air bag system may be improperly calibrated. As a result, the passenger air bag may not deploy in a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with …

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will re-calibrate of the OCS system, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter NHTSA Campaign #20V369000 · 24/06/2020

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.

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 wi…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2014 Toyota Prius v common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 251 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2014 Toyota Prius v MPG & running costs

Combined41 mpg
City43 mpg
Highway39 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,500

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2014 Toyota Prius v worth?

Low
$11,491
Typical price
$17,373
High
$21,500

From 31 comparable 2014 Toyota Prius v listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Toyota Prius v costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$7,500
Fuel only$7,500
Per mile$0.10

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Toyota Prius v trims & engines on record

Trims
Three
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 98 hp · 1.8L 4-cyl

2014 Toyota Prius v vehicles on record

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Other Toyota Prius v model years

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2014 Toyota Prius v — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Toyota Prius v have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2014 Toyota Prius v. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Prius v?

Based on 251 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Prius v get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Toyota Prius v at about 41 mpg combined (43 city / 39 highway).

How much is a 2014 Toyota Prius v worth?

Comparable 2014 Toyota Prius v listings run roughly $11,491–$21,500, typically around $17,373 (from 31 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.