Table 1 shows one common seats related problems of the 2015 Toyota Prius.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seats problems |
The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving and coming to a complete stop, the vehicle was rear-ended by another vehicle driving approximately 35-45 mph. The contact stated that upon impact, the front driver's seat unexpectedly reclined and struck the rear passenger’s seat. The contact was concerned about the movement of the seat and stated that an occupant seated directly behind the driver's seat could have been injured. The rear bumper, trunk, and rear body structure sustained damage from the crash. The contact stated that the force of the impact caused the rear driver’s side body panels to flare outward and become deformed. No additional property damage had occurred from the crash. The vehicle remained in the roadway following the crash. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact sustained neck injuries, whiplash, and emotional trauma from the crash. Medical attention was sought. The uber passenger inside the vehicle was also transported from the scene to seek medical attention and treatment; however, the extent of the injury was unknown. The contact considered the vehicle a total loss by the contact, but the vehicle was not declared a total loss. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 205,000.
Prius was rear-ended at highway speeds, forcing it into the vehicle ahead of it. Airbags did not deploy, & driver's seat failed to stay locked, moving forward then rearward during crash.
The seats do not adjust to the driver's height making view of the front very difficult.