Two problems related to seats have been reported for the 2014 Toyota Prius. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Originally, Toyota issued a safety recall in 2014 to address the inverter defect in model years 2010 to 2014, an attempt to fix the problem on about 800,000 cars in the u. S. By modifying software that controls the hybrid electrical system. It was intended to fix the overheating problems. The inverter controls the power flowing between the battery and electrical motors. The inverter boosts the battery from 200 - 500 volts. They inspected my car saying it was in excellent condition. After, the software upgrade I had major problems. My original Prius battery with around 65,000 miles stopped holding a charge. My 12 volt battery also died shortly after. And my power outlets in my got super hot and spiratually worked off and on. And my driver seat gets hot when I turn on car even though seat button is off. I am sweating all the time. Plus, I have skin conditions and asma. I talked to dimitri, and they tried to charge me 1200for unnecessary repair. Also, failed to call NHTSA as promised.
Purchased �leather� package upgrade. Seats starting separating a year ago. Got tired of run around with dealer to make repairs. Took it to another dealer to be told seats were simulated vinyl leather. Got seats repaired out of my own pocket. No more Toyota's for us!.