Want your new Prius v to look or feel unique amongst the crowd? This is your place to talk about it! <br /> Sponsored by <a href="http://priuschat.com/ebay">eBay</a> and the <a href="http://priuschat.com/shop/">PriusChat Shop</a> <br /> Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:40:59 +0000 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:40:59 +0000 PriusChat https://priuschat.com/forum/prius-v-accessories-and-modifications.123/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:04:43 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2016-prius-c-halogen-fog-lights.259533/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2016-prius-c-halogen-fog-lights.259533/ invalid@example.com (Sonic_TH) Sonic_TH

Yeah some rear pictures too]]> Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:56:51 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2012-prius-v-no-sound.196439/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2012-prius-v-no-sound.196439/ invalid@example.com (Tina Moore) Tina Moore 13 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:03:17 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/engine-covers-installed.128115/ https://priuschat.com/threads/engine-covers-installed.128115/ invalid@example.com (ImeanGreen) ImeanGreen 46 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:44:05 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/towing-a-trailer.258241/ https://priuschat.com/threads/towing-a-trailer.258241/ invalid@example.com (Ed Herbert) Ed Herbert 8 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:42:28 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2014-prius-v-windshield-wipers-only-work-on-high-speed-settings.258533/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2014-prius-v-windshield-wipers-only-work-on-high-speed-settings.258533/ invalid@example.com (Owen2014PriusV) Owen2014PriusV
New Prius owner here. My 2014 V just started having an issue where my wipers only work on the highest speed setting, the cleaning spray also works. No low speed, no medium, and it does not work to switch it up when you manually trigger wipers once. Also worth noting that when I trigger cleaning spray, the wipers do not also trigger.
I replaced the column switch (wipers only) with one from a slightly older Prius V, and that did not work either, so I switched back to the original...

2014 Prius V - Windshield Wipers only work on High speed settings.]]> Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:30:59 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/center-caps.177715/ https://priuschat.com/threads/center-caps.177715/ invalid@example.com (gafortiby) gafortiby However, these are expensive unless you get the cheap knock-offs on ebay.

After some comparison shopping, it appears that 42603-08030 is the same size, albeit slightly different design. I am taking a chance and ordering these instead, because these are much easier to purchase used OEM genuine. I bought a set of 4 used ones on eBay for $15.

I will report back on how well they fit.]]> 5 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:12:20 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/daihatsu-mebius-badging.256240/ https://priuschat.com/threads/daihatsu-mebius-badging.256240/ invalid@example.com (Weirderal) Weirderal
I'm looking into doing the stupidest, most unnecessary mod for the hell of it, and was just curious if anyone else had.

Apparently, "fleet-spec" Prius Alphas (v in Japan) were sold as the Daihatsu Mebius, which is a much cooler name.

Switching would only take the front badge, rear badge, rear model badge, and....oh, right. The airbag.

Just curious if anyone else had done such a swap or could even point me in the direction of the right part numbers, because holy cow,...

Daihatsu Mebius badging]]> 9 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 21:51:08 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/gen-2-snow-tires-on-prius-v-5.258096/ https://priuschat.com/threads/gen-2-snow-tires-on-prius-v-5.258096/ invalid@example.com (MandaPanda) MandaPanda
Even though our Gen 2 was a touring model with the 16 inch wheels, we were able to use a set of 15 inch snow tires that my dad had used on the previous. Prius was 15 inch wheels. We still have them in our basement.

Could we get them put on our V? would there be any drawbacks?]]> 5 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:43:59 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2012-prius-hatchback-new-donut-spare-tire.257967/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2012-prius-hatchback-new-donut-spare-tire.257967/ invalid@example.com (CJ HAyward) CJ HAyward 4 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 16:02:23 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/has-anyone-successfully-disabled-the-tpms-system-on-a-prius-v.257825/ https://priuschat.com/threads/has-anyone-successfully-disabled-the-tpms-system-on-a-prius-v.257825/ invalid@example.com (Georgina Rudkus) Georgina Rudkus 9 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:23:45 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/exhaust-mods-for-fun.257812/ https://priuschat.com/threads/exhaust-mods-for-fun.257812/ invalid@example.com (Weirderal) Weirderal
I am running out of ideas (no pics yet...work is still in progress...presumed capstone project should be next year).

One thing that did occur to me--has anyone here replaced their exhaust (or part of their exhaust system) for fun?

I'm curious...

Exhaust mods for fun?]]> 11 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:53:08 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/apple-carplay-for-my-prius-v.257442/ https://priuschat.com/threads/apple-carplay-for-my-prius-v.257442/ invalid@example.com (MypriusV5) MypriusV5 Does anyone have one installed?
I have a 2012 V.
Thanks]]> 9 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:48:32 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/suspension-upgrades-worth-it-for-handling.256963/ https://priuschat.com/threads/suspension-upgrades-worth-it-for-handling.256963/ invalid@example.com (Carpetfuzz) Carpetfuzz 35 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:57:27 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/installed-this-taillight-trailer-light-converter-on-my-2012-prius-v.219982/ https://priuschat.com/threads/installed-this-taillight-trailer-light-converter-on-my-2012-prius-v.219982/ invalid@example.com (Georgina Rudkus) Georgina Rudkus
2012 Toyota Prius v Trailer Wiring | etrailer.com

They cost twice as much or more that a standard powered converter. And four extra bulky plugs and all of the extra "rats nest" wire turned me off.

So, I purchased this one from Amazon that works perfectly.

There was not enough room around the...

Installed this taillight trailer light converter on my 2012 Prius v]]> 9 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:30:39 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/switching-tire-sizes-on-prius-v-5-17-50-series-to-60-series.219820/ https://priuschat.com/threads/switching-tire-sizes-on-prius-v-5-17-50-series-to-60-series.219820/ invalid@example.com (janshien) janshien Thanks
Joe]]> 9 Sat, 18 Oct 2025 22:09:20 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/drl-high-beam-led-upgrade.257481/ https://priuschat.com/threads/drl-high-beam-led-upgrade.257481/ invalid@example.com (Dan H) Dan H
DRL/High beam Led upgrade.]]> 7 Sat, 20 Sep 2025 23:52:04 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/swapping-in-a-gen-4-prius-2zr-engine-into-the-prius-v.259612/ https://priuschat.com/threads/swapping-in-a-gen-4-prius-2zr-engine-into-the-prius-v.259612/ invalid@example.com (Tideland Prius) Tideland Prius 1181 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:46:31 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/code-9-front-struts.256980/ https://priuschat.com/threads/code-9-front-struts.256980/ invalid@example.com (arjay007) arjay007 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 18:50:02 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/thule-roof-racks-basket.142448/ https://priuschat.com/threads/thule-roof-racks-basket.142448/ invalid@example.com (1truess) 1truess View attachment 66395 View attachment 66393 View attachment 66394 I've been looking for additional luggage space on my 2012 Prius V and I found it with the addition of Thule Aero Blade Roof Rack (model#ARB53), Thule 690XT MOAB Cargo Basket. The basket is pretty big bulky but, it will hold all my camping gear and some more stuff. MPG will be affected for sure but, I figure it's got to be better than my old full size Chevy Silverado that I used to own. I purchased all the...

Thule Roof Racks & Basket]]> 3 Sun, 03 Aug 2025 20:42:25 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/rear-seat-modification-to-fold-flat.253244/ https://priuschat.com/threads/rear-seat-modification-to-fold-flat.253244/ invalid@example.com (ChaseE) ChaseE
There's just a few screws on the side plastic, and then you just pry on the edges until they pop off. Just as I thought, the circular pivot point has a metal stop tab on each end to prevent it moving more forward or reclining...

Rear seat modification to fold flat]]> 12