2015 Toyota Prius problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2015 Toyota Prius have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2015 Toyota Prius. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2015 Toyota Prius get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Toyota Prius at about 48 mpg combined (50 city / 46 highway).

Q: How much is a 2015 Toyota Prius worth?

Comparable 2015 Toyota Prius listings run roughly $7,998–$16,999, typically around $13,251 (from 34 vehicles).

2015 Toyota Prius at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints158

Combined48 mpg

Typical price$13,251

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2015 Toyota Prius recalls 1

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.

2015 Toyota Prius common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 158 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.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Seats

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Hydraulic

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2015 Toyota Prius MPG & running costs

Combined48 mpg

City50 mpg

Highway46 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$1,300

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

What's a 2015 Toyota Prius worth?

Low

$7,998

Typical price

$13,251

High

$16,999

From 34 comparable 2015 Toyota Prius listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Toyota Prius costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$6,500

Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,450

Total$9,950

Per mile$0.13

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($13,251) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,803), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2015 Toyota Prius trims & engines on record

Trims

Two · One · Four

Engines

1.8L 4-cyl

2015 Toyota Prius vehicles on record

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2015 Toyota Prius — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Toyota Prius have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2015 Toyota Prius. 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 2015 Toyota Prius?

Based on 158 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, electrical system, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Toyota Prius get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Toyota Prius at about 48 mpg combined (50 city / 46 highway).

How much is a 2015 Toyota Prius worth?

Comparable 2015 Toyota Prius listings run roughly $7,998–$16,999, typically around $13,251 (from 34 vehicles).

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