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2017 Toyota Prius C problems

The most common problem on the 2017 Toyota Prius C is acceleration and speed control. It has fewer complaints than a typical Prius C model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
95/100
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
178
Worst area
Acceleration
Fuel economy
46mpg

The worst 2017 Toyota Prius C problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Acceleration
    1
  • Airbags
    1
  • Brakes
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Acceleration
    1
  • Airbags
    1
  • Brakes
    1

Recalls 1

Tires: temporary/emergency spare tireReported May 2, 2017 · 409 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Risk
A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1‑800‑444‑1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

Recall number 17V295000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Pedestrian alert soundsOpened January 27, 2023, closed August 7, 2023

the federal safety agency received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, the federal safety agency opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified the federal safety agency he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by the federal safety agency regarding the subject matter of the petition.

DP22005

Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Toyota Prius C 178

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 178 bulletins for the 2017 Toyota Prius C

2017 Toyota Prius C fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.5L 4‑cyl HybridFWD484346

What 2017 Toyota Prius C owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 19, 2025 · Airbags · CA · crash · 1 injury

The contact was driving a company-owned 2017 Toyota Prius C. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, another driver merging onto the highway attempted to cross multiple lanes of traffic, misjudged, and collided with the front passenger-side fender of the contact’s vehicle. As a result, the contact’s vehicle struck the left shoulder barrier, became airborne, and overturned three times before coming to rest in the middle of the roadway. Despite the severity of the crash, the air bags did not deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a storage facility and deemed a total loss by the employer’s insurance provider. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported. The contact was transported by EMTs to a local hospital and treated for multiple nondescript injuries, including a damaged right rotator cuff and body pain. The contact also underwent chest and torso X-rays due to concerns of possible internal bleeding. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Aug 16, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 21,000 miles · NY · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2017 toyota prius c. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated. The contact stated while the brake pedal was being depressed the vehicle failed to stop. The contact then swerved to the right and hit a curb as the vehicle went air bourne. The front of the vehicle crashed into a tree and some brushes. The contact stated that all front, side, and rear air bags deployed. The contact sustained scratches and cuts to the knees and neck injuries as she was transported to the hospital by ambulance. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot where it was deemed a total loss. The dealer westbury toyota (1121 old country rd, westbury, ny 11590, (516) 272-4499) was contacted but the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure were a case was opened and field investigators were to inspect the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 21,000. *tt *as *as *tr consumer stated I'm in touch with my personal claims manager, mr. Thomas opatz at esurance and customer experience at toyota who I sent my permission to have my car inspected because I encountered a problem with my accelerator which apparently became stuck and in my desperate attempt to stop the car by applying extreme pressure to my brakes and I could not stop my out of control car so I had to swerve to my right to avoid catastrophic accident. I swerved into trees which brought my car to a complete stop. All my airbags deployed and my seatbelt protected me. Photos attahed

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Questions about the 2017 Toyota Prius C

Is the 2017 Toyota Prius C reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2017 Toyota Prius C, fewer than a typical Prius C model year.

What is the 2017 Toyota Prius C year score?

The 2017 Toyota Prius C scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Toyota Prius C: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Toyota Prius C?

Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is airbags (1).

How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Prius C have?

1 recall, covering tires.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Toyota Prius C get?

Official estimates for the 2017 Toyota Prius C range from 46 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.5L 4-cyl hybrid, FWD) gets 48 city and 43 highway.

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