2007 Toyota Prius Headlights Problems
- 86
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- failure mileage · 23 records
- current mileage · 19 records
- side headlight · 13 records
- both headlights · 13 records
- passenger side · 12 records
- mileage current · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 38 |
| 1–30k mi | 21 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. While driving 35 mph, the driver's side headlight flickered. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact also mentioned that the headlights had to be manually turned off and on to function normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the headlights needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure…
ODI 11115103
Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. While driving unknown speeds, the headlights failed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 117,000.
ODI 11046124
Equipment · Headlights
While driving to the store one evening, the headlights suddenly flickered and went out. I turned the light switch off and on then they went back on. Ever since this the lights(driver side) go off and usually come back on after turning the light switch on and off. No resolution to this after contacting toyota since i appear to not be under warranty. *tr
ODI 10492048
Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. The contact stated that the headlights randomly shut off while driving. The vehicle was repaired by the dealer, but the specific repairs were unknown and the failure recurred. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000.
ODI 10637200
Headlights
Carlos collado, et. Al. On behalf of themselves and all others similarly situated vs. Toyota motor sales, u.s.a.. Inc..a california corporation: case# cv10-3113-r & #cv-10-3124-r. *tgw the consumer owns a 2007 toyota prius. The case involved 2006-2009 toyota prius vehicle owners losing one or both headlamps while driving at night. *jb
ODI 10439548
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
Passenger headlight went out while driving. When i went to replace it the next day, the light was working. Today (dec 30, 2011) problem occurred again. *kb
ODI 10441919
Headlights
While driving the headlights will shut off. Sometimes the drivers side would go out. Sometimes the passenger side would go out. Sometimes both headlights will go out. If you turn off the headlights and turn them back on they will work for various amounts of time. Dealer mechanic states this is an extremly common occurance with this vehicle. Repair cost was quoted at approx $600 to replace the headlights and that…
ODI 10458547
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
Headlights randomly goes out while driving. When headlights out, interior lights (lighting of dashboard, etc.) continue. If you turn lights off, then on again, headlights work. Does not happen every time. *kb
ODI 10429654
Headlights
2007 prius headlight failure - passenger side headlight goes out frequently. By turning lights off and back on it stays on for a while. I can't reproduce the problem when i want to. Looking at consumer complaints it seems to be a wide spread problem and very expensive to replace bulb which doesn't help the problem. Major safety issue at least that toyota is just brushing aside. I am not a satisfied toyota customer…
ODI 10421648
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
After 20k miles the headlights need to be replaced at a cost of over $600.00. Headlights intermittently go out and come back on. Sometimes passenger side only, sometimes both lights dim then come back up. Turning the headlights on and off seems to correct the issue. *kb
ODI 10416940
Headlights
2007 toyota prius touring edition hid headlights turn off randomly while driving with the headlights on. I turn off the headlights and turn them back on and they come back on for a variable time before going off again. *tt
ODI 10411945
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
I have brought this vehicle to the toyota dealer four times in this past year for intermittently working headlights. One or the other front headlight turn off without warning. When the headlights are (both) turned off then on, they usually, but not always, both come back on. The dealer is clueless even when problem is demonstrated to the head of the service department. Based on a review of internet chat groups, this…
ODI 10429968
Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. The contact stated that the headlights would fail intermittently for a period of two months before becoming inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure and the dealer wanted to change the bulb. The contact did not allow them to complete the repair. The contact stated that when the failure occurred, if he would switch the headlight off and on, it would…
ODI 10373991
Headlights
2007 toyota prius. Consumer states problem with headlight *tgw the consumer stated quite frequently and for a long time, one of the hid headlights would go out completely when the headlights were on. Sometimes, it would be the driver side and sometimes the passenger side. The consumer stated if he turned the headlights off and then back on again, the problem would temporarily resolve itself only to happened again at…
ODI 10367550
Headlights
Toyota prius 2007. Headlights intermittenlty go out. Both lights go out on their own. *tr
ODI 10353861
Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. The contact stated the headlights would fail to illuminate intermittently. The dealer replaced the bulb, stating it was defective. The manufacturer advised they were aware of the failure and previously provided reimbursement for the light bulb but the offer was no longer effective. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileages were…
ODI 10339876
Headlights
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. The contact stated that while driving, the headlights would suddenly shut off. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph when the lights shut off. The lights would come back on when the on/off switch was turned off and on. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but no repairs were made when the complaint was filed. The vin was…
ODI 10327958
Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. While driving at speeds of 35mph, the hid headlights would fail intermittently. The dealer advised there were no complaints similar to his failure. Any repairs made to the vehicle would be at the owners expense. The contact attempted to contact the manufacturer however, his call went unanswered. There have been no repairs made to the vehicle to date. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10325645
Headlights · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. While driving at speeds of 30 mph, the vehicle exhibited abnormal surging and the headlights became inoperable. The vehicle had not been received any repairs to correct the failure. The failure mileage was 18,195 and the current mileage was 18,200.
ODI 10325891
Headlights
Tl * the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. While driving at speeds of 65 mph, both headlights failed. The parking lights were still operable and when engaging the dimmer switch, the parking lights failed as well. When turning the light switch back on, the lights were operating as normal. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer or a repair shop. The contact stated this was the second occurrence of the failure.…
ODI 10324642
Headlights
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. The contact stated that the headlights shut off intermittently. There were no warning lights prior to the failure. The dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that they could not find anything wrong with it. The vin was not available at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 130000 and the current mileage was 141000.
ODI 10353764
12v/24v/48v Battery · Headlights · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires
2007 toyota prius with tire failure and brakes grabbing. *kb the battery and headlights failed. The consumer stated toyota has since removed this particular type of bulb and assembly from production. When the vehicle was 1 year old the consumer was stopped by the police and given a warning for the headlight being out. However, when the consumer and her husband exited the vehicle, they along with the police officer…
ODI 10315409
Headlights
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota prius. The headlights were flashing on and off. The failure occurred intermittently. Whenever the lights came back on they were dim. When the vehicle was taken to the dealer they stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. The failure mileage was 51000. The vehicle current mileage was 54000. Updated 04/05/10 *bf the drivers side headlight was replaced in 2008 after only 35,000…
ODI 10314216
Headlights
HID BULB INTERMITTENTLY GOES OFF. *TR
ODI 10304147
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
Headlight on driver side intermittently goes on and off (mostly stays off) and has been doing this for 60,000+ miles (i have 127,000 miles on it now). I got quoted a huge amount to replace the light - $100+ for the light and one hour of labor. Ridiculous! I see that many more have had this same problem and i just think toyota should do something regarding this obvious defect. So, decided to do this official…
ODI 10452399