How common are engine problems in the 2012 Toyota Prius V?

NHTSA lists 49 engine complaints for the 2012 Prius V, which is 23% of all 217 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Toyota Prius V engine?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this engine complaint category.

At what mileage do 2012 Prius V engine problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure among reported engine complaints is 96,122 miles.

Did the 2012 Prius V engine issues cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data tied to this engine category shows 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among reported complaints.

2012 Toyota Prius V Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 49 engine complaints for the 2012 Toyota Prius V, 23% of its 217 total complaints for the year. Owners report stalling, overheating, and head gasket failures, with a median failure mileage of 96,122. No related recall is listed for this engine issue.

Engine complaints: 49; 23% of 217
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 96,123 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle stalling unexpectedly while driving, including while merging onto or traveling on the highway.
Some describe the engine overheating and blowing a head gasket, in one case after a clogged EGR valve caused a loud knock.
One owner reported the engine throwing a rod and catching fire without any prior warning light.
Owners describe check engine and temperature warning lights illuminating shortly before the engine stalled.
One complaint links stalling to the hybrid inverter, with the issue resolving after a dealer software and parts update.

When 2012 Toyota Prius V engine complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 16, 2013, latest Jun 28, 2026.

49 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Jun 2026; peak Apr 2013 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2012 Toyota Prius V

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Prius V model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20110 (0%)
201249 (23%)
201320 (16%)
201421 (26%)
20155 (21%)
20165 (31%)
20171 (8%)
20180 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2012 Toyota Prius V?: NHTSA lists 49 engine complaints for the 2012 Prius V, which is 23% of all 217 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Toyota Prius V engine?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this engine complaint category.
At what mileage do 2012 Prius V engine problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure among reported engine complaints is 96,122 miles.
Did the 2012 Prius V engine issues cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data tied to this engine category shows 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among reported complaints.