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2010 TOYOTA PRIUS Safety Overview

The 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 10 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Hybrid propulsion system
  • Air bags:side/window
  • Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for TOYOTA PRIUS owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 18V684000

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

If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V684000: If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/4/2018
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 16V487000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Toyot...

If either portion of the curtain shield air bag inflator ejects into the passenger cabin, there is an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

NHTSA Recall 16V487000: If either portion of the curtain shield air bag inflator ejects into the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/30/2016
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 16V396000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequ...

If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V396000: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/2/2016
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 14V743000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Coro...

Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

NHTSA Recall 14V743000: Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/19/2014
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 14V053000

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles.

The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V053000: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/12/2014
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 13V235000

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Prius vehicles manufactured March 31, 2009, through O...

As nitrogen is released into the brake fluid, the brake pedal may have reduced hydraulic pressure. Under certain circumstances, this condition could affect stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V235000: As nitrogen is released into the brake fluid, the brake pedal may have... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/5/2013
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 13V014000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model y...

If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.

NHTSA Recall 13V014000: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/16/2013
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 10V039000

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS AND LEXUS HS250H PASSENGER VEHICLES.

VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES MAY INCREASE RELATIVE TO A CUSTOMER'S EXPECTATION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V039000: VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES MAY INCREASE RELATIVE TO A CUSTOMER'S... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/9/2010
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 10V035000

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH ...

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

NHTSA Recall 10V035000: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/3/2010
2010 TOYOTA PRIUS 10V036000

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMP...

A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V036000: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/3/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.