2013 Model Year

Toyota Prius

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
383
Recalls
0
Crashes
37
Severe
58

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Brakes
Dec 2026

I was driving on Saturday January 10th, 2026, when out of nowhere all of my dash warning lights came on and the brakes felt spongy and unresponsive. I...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 2026

I was driving and notice ABS light and other light came on, then noticed that when I tried to brake it felt weak, had to pump brake, then later notice...

Engine
Jul 2026

Crack in the Engine. I had been following the recommended Maintenance schedule, but I suddenly had issues where the engine would stall/stutter on act...

Brakes
Feb 2026

While driving my 2013 Toyota Prius (110,691 miles), multiple warning lights suddenly illuminated on the dashboard, including the ABS, Brake, and Stabi...

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jan 2026

The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle unexpectedly...

Brakes
Jan 2026

ABS warning light illuminated and the system failed while driving, causing longer braking distance and reduced steering control during braking. I am c...

SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Jan 2026

The brake actuator/ABS hydraulic system on my 2013 Toyota Prius failed. The component is available for inspection upon request, as it was replaced by...

Brakes
Dec 2025

Red brake light came on, traction control light came on, ABS light came on, Toyota says my brake pump needs replaced. That my brake will fail.

Suspension
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while reversing, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. The contact...

Brakes
Dec 2025

Just like many prius owners have complained of brake actuator/booster failure , my brake booster has failed also. Toyota recalled some cars and then d...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2013 Toyota Prius has 383 complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Brakes. 37 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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