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2017 Toyota Prius C

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Prius C.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2017 Toyota Prius C is a passenger car featuring an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios and an EPA-rated 48/43/46 mpg. Engine specifications require 0W-20 viscosity oil with a capacity of 3.9-4.4. This model year recorded 101 total owner complaints—primarily concerning visibility and wipers—and three recalls, placing it within a 2013-2019 history that ranged from a high of 403 complaints in 2013 to a low of 6 in 2018.

Model year202120202019201820172016201520142013

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.9-4.4OEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy48/43/46 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI S34B20R · 270 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI S34B20R · 270 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnCANHOEM · verified
Tire sizeP175/65R15, P195/50R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5.0, 6.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter1780121060
Spark plug9091901265
Battery2880021182
Front wiper blades8522252270 alt 8521252220
Thermostat1632647020 alt 1603121010
Cabin air filter8713907020 alt 8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length157.5 in
Overall width66.9 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Curb weight2496 lb
Track (front / rear)57.1 / 56.7 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined48 / 43 / 46 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.9-4.4 of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidUse JWS3324 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.5-4.0
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity3.9-4.4
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts94.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts36.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub159.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1000 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1000 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota
Spark Plug Gap0.028-0.032 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil TypeND 11 Oil
Standard BCI Group NumberS34B20R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance270 cca

Service checks

RPM44-50 @ IDLE OR FUEL PUM RUNNING. rpm
Residual Pressure21 MIN.: AFTER 5 MINUTES, ENGINE OFF. psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 79; Rear: 79
ABS Sensor Torque6.6
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .866; Rear: .295
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: 0.002; Rear: 0.006

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAir Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Hybrid Inverter (inspect coolant level)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2017 Toyota Prius C represents a mature example within its generation, sitting near the tail end of a clear downward trend in both complaints and TSBs that began in 2013. With 101 complaints and 282 TSBs, it marks a significant improvement over the 162 complaints and 360 TSBs recorded in 2016, while still maintaining a moderate recall count of 3 (down from 5 in 2016). The top complaint areas—Visibility/Wiper issues (20), Service Brakes (8), and Fuel/Propulsion System (5)—suggest that while minor hardware and visibility concerns persisted, there were no dominant systemic defects specific to this model year. The 14 crash-related complaints and 2 fire complaints are relatively low, and the single ongoing investigation carries over from previous years without indicating a new, escalating problem. The data suggests 2017 benefits from the refinements made over the model's lifecycle while avoiding the spike in recalls seen in 2016. This makes the 2017 model year a solid choice for a used Prius C, offering the improved reliability of a later-model vehicle without the higher complaint volumes of the earlier production years.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
282
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
101
Owner complaints
14 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 101 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility/Wiper20
Service Brakes8
Unknown Or Other6
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Steering5
Engine4
Vehicle Speed Control4
Structure4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

17V295000Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare TireReported 02/05/2017

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris… Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 282 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0119-15 Rev22026-02-13EngineOBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0009-26.
T-SB-0009-262026-02-13EngineThis bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high…
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0110-20 Rev22024-12-10EngineThis bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2017 Prius C take?

3.9-4.4 of 0W-20 STARBURST, per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Prius C have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Prius C get?

EPA figures are 48 city / 43 highway / 46 combined mpg.