2026 Toyota Prius

The remote start feature, activated via key fob or Toyota app, is supposed to put the Prius in 'Ready' mode to charge the 12V battery from the traction battery or engine. However, owners report the Re...

Premium features like the JBL 8-speaker audio system and 360-degree camera are only available on top trims such as Limited or XSE Premium. Buyers must pay for the highest package to access these optio...

Toyota uses numerous separate privacy policies, notices, and statements for vehicles, apps, connected services, and cameras. These are difficult to locate and comprehend, creating opacity around data ...

The parking sensor system beeps incessantly when approaching objects within about 10 feet. Owners find the sensitivity and volume overly aggressive, even if they want some alerts.

The safety system unexpectedly announces 'braking ahead' in a female voice during slow freeway traffic. Owners describe it as sudden and jarring, defeating its safety purpose, and struggle to disable ...

The digital instrument cluster is positioned low behind the steering wheel, making it hard to see without awkwardly lowering the wheel or slouching, forcing drivers to take eyes off the road. It's als...

Wired Apple CarPlay on 2025 Prius LE produces static noise, especially when using Google Maps with music like Spotify, while wireless CarPlay works fine.

The Prius Prime's starter battery (separate from the main hybrid battery) can die if the vehicle is left plugged in for multiple days, due to a flaw in the plug-in charge control ECU. Dealerships can ...

Dealerships often install aftermarket GPS tracking devices like CarRx, Apex Protect, or Guidepoint on new Prius vehicles without clear disclosure, charging high fees (e.g., $1000) for location trackin...

The Prius includes a Data Communication Module (DCM) that is active by default, collecting and transmitting location, driving behavior, vehicle health, and other data to Toyota until the owner request...

Toyota collects extensive personal data including precise geolocation, driving behavior from Prius connected services and apps, shares with affiliates, service providers, emergency responders, and cer...

Available Driver Monitoring Camera and Face Identification (if equipped on higher trims) use interior-facing camera to monitor driver facial features, posture, grip, and activity for safety features; ...

Toyota Prius Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) transmit unencrypted data that allows low-cost, silent tracking of vehicles and drivers by anyone with inexpensive receivers.

Toyota has exposed location and personal data of millions of users, including over 2 million Toyota owners, due to security lapses lasting years.

The Prius Prime's remote start feature allows owners to precondition the cabin or engine via the Toyota app before entering the vehicle. Owners report a recent change where the car automatically shuts...

Toyota's connected services, including remote control features via the app, rely on the Data Communication Module (DCM). Owners risk sudden termination or suspension of these services at Toyota's disc...

Toyota's Remote Connect app allows remote start, climate control, and lock/unlock via smartphone. Owners report it suddenly stops working after initial use, showing connection errors despite active su...

Toyota app features like Remote Connect and voice assistant come with a 1-year free trial on 2023+ Prius models. After trial, full functionality requires paid subscription, raising concerns about ongo...

Safety Connect, Service Connect, and other telematics require subscriptions after trial periods for full access. Owners dislike mandatory payments for features like emergency assistance and remote ser...

Toyota's digital key system enables phone-as-key functionality but does not support Apple CarKey, locking owners into Toyota's app and ecosystem. Users question future compatibility and reliability.

The 2026 Prius infotainment limits SiriusXM to lower channels (up to 626), blocking access to higher-range channels like 800-900 for classical music, news, and sports despite active subscription.