2007 Toyota Prius engine problems
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2007 Toyota Prius — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I keep replacing P1116 and it keeps coming back also I was driving up a hill when I lost power and the car wouldn't accelerate. It would turn on and go into gear but not go anywhere. I know it says my vin doesn't have recalls but why am I experiencing them”
filed Jan 17, 2024
“The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while at a stop light, she attempted to drive however, the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH. The HC battery, ECU, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact…”
filed Jun 6, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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Engine problems in other Prius years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Prius | 2 | 8% |
| 2019 Prius | 5 | 17% |
| 2018 Prius | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 Prius | 12 | 13% |
| 2016 Prius | 17 | 11% |
| 2015 Prius | 8 | 5% |
| 2014 Prius | 17 | 8% |
| 2013 Prius | 37 | 9% |
| 2012 Prius | 31 | 7% |
| 2011 Prius | 46 | 9% |
| 2010 Prius | 140 | 5% |
| 2009 Prius | 19 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2007 Toyota Prius
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.