CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Toyota Prius C has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (3 reports).
2018 Toyota Prius C recalls
Failing DC-DC Converter Can Cause Loss of Drive
The DC-DC converter in certain 2018-2019 Toyota Prius C hybrids may fail.
Missing Front Airbag Warning Label Could Raise Crash Injury Risk
Some 2018 Toyota Prius C vehicles sold in Puerto Rico may have been built without the label that shows the front passenger airbag and recommended child seating positions.
Most common 2018 Toyota Prius C problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
I entered a large, strip mall parking area and was driving at the vastly reduced speed one would use in such a situation. My intention was to park my car to enter a store in the mall. I turned a corner to park on the side of the building (parking options were limited). As I entered a parking space (moving at the speed one would drive to do so; essentially INCREDIBLY slowly; moving forward into the space at almost 0 MPH and already applying the brake). Suddenly and with no warning, the car violently lurched forward at a vastly increased speed. I pressed down on the brake harder to try to stop the vehicle, but it propelled into and over the concrete curb stop and into the thick brick wall in f
Certain 2018+ and all later Toyota Prius C modes have a 12V battery for which there is currently no OEM or aftermarket replacement. The battery has a form factor (shape and size) that is exclusive to these vehicles and not used in any other car sold in North America. Vehicles with failed batteries (like mine) cannot be operated. Toyota should retrofit these cars to accommodate the battery used in early (pre-2017) model cars which is electrically identical and available as an aftermarket replacement item.
IRECEIVED THE WARNING THAT "PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM MALFUNCTION" WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THIS MORNING. THE WARNING MESSAGE ASKED ME TO STOP THE CAR AT A SAFE PLACE AND VISIT THE DEALER. AS SOON AS I GOT OFF THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR STOPPED ITSELF, AND THE STEERING WAS LOCKED. THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY DISABLED. AFTER TURN OFF THE CAR COMPLETELY FOR A FEW MINUTES, I CAN RESTART THE CAR WITH THE WARNING MESSAGE PERSISTS. WHILE I WAS LOOKING FOR A SAFE PLACE TO PARK THE CAR, THE CAR GRADUALLY STOPPED ITSELF AGAIN, AND THE WHEEL STEERING LOCKED ITSELF AGAIN. THE CAR FAILURE AND THE FACT THAT THE STEERING WHEEL GOT LOCKED ITSELF PUT ME AND MY PASSENGER AT GREAT DANGER.
THE PRE-COLLISION HAS NEVER WORKED , TOOK IT IN TO TOYOTA AND THEY SAID IT WAS GOOD AND THAT THERE WAS NO WAY TO TEST IN REAL LIFE . BUT IT HAS NOT WORKED SINCE CAR WAS NEW . THERE HAVE BEEN MANY TIMES WHEN THERE WAS A CAR VERY CLOSE STOPPED OR MOVING SLOW IN FRONT OF CAR AND I AM APPARENTLY READY TO HIT ,BUT NO ALARM OR SIGNAL.
WHILE ON MY MORNING COMMUTE ON THE FREEWAY THE MOONROOF UNEXPECTEDLY EXPLODED SHOWERING FRAGMENTS OF GLASS INTO THE VEHICLE. ONE SHARD ACTUALLY SPLINTERED INTO MY FINGER REQUIRING MEDICAL ATTENTION I HAVE NUMEROUS PICTURES ON MY PHONE
2018 Toyota Prius C questions
Does the 2018 Toyota Prius C have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Toyota Prius C: Failing DC-DC Converter Can Cause Loss of Drive; Missing Front Airbag Warning Label Could Raise Crash Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Prius C?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (3), Visibility/Wiper (1), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Toyota Prius C has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.