2012 Toyota Prius exterior lighting problems
36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the exterior lighting on the 2012 Toyota Prius — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Brake master control system failure with constant issues over 80k miles. Forward running lights control housing has not held a light fixture since day one and dealership wants to charge for light replacement. It’s a faulty part and burnt through the housing. Olathe Toyota refused to repair under…”
filed Feb 15, 2024
“The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that the passenger's side low-beam headlight failed to provide adequate illumination while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that no issues were found; however, the dealer replaced the headlight bulb. The…”
filed Feb 10, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Exterior Lighting problems in other Prius years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Prius | 3 | 14% |
| 2018 Prius | 5 | 14% |
| 2017 Prius | 2 | 2% |
| 2016 Prius | 3 | 2% |
| 2015 Prius | 7 | 4% |
| 2014 Prius | 6 | 3% |
| 2013 Prius | 12 | 3% |
| 2011 Prius | 48 | 9% |
| 2010 Prius | 148 | 5% |
| 2009 Prius | 111 | 22% |
| 2008 Prius | 579 | 39% |
| 2007 Prius | 1,060 | 53% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 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.