CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (8 reports).
2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls
Fuse May Fail, Causing Hybrid Power Loss at Speed
The high-voltage EV fuse inside the hybrid battery can fracture after repeated high-load driving, such as climbing long hills.
Most common 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
| Traction Control System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
Brakes stopped functioning fully when i was driving and car started throwing ABS and Brake warning signs. I could not brake my car properly and had to stop the car and get it towed. The dealer said its a brake actuator failure. The error code is C1391.Its costing me around 2000 to get it fixed
On 5/23/24, the ABS, Traction, and Brakes lights came on the dash and the brakes were not responding. My car was picked up from the Toyota dealer on 5/22/24 afternoon. It passed their multipoint inspection after they replaced all 4 brake pads on 5/21/24. Code C1391 internal leak. The brake actuator and brake pump needed to be replaced. I was quoted $2700 for repairs after I already paid over $570 to replace brake pads.
Parts failed: accumulator/brake actuator and brake pump [XXX]: I dropped off my car at the Coggin Toyota dealer in Jacksonville, FL to replace all (4) brake pads [XXX]: I picked up my car during lunch and their multipoint inspection passed with no issues [XXX]: Maintenance lights came on the dash during lunch, brakes were not responsive, and my car was beeping non-stop. I dropped off my car to Coggin Toyota to check the issue. They estimated $2722.81 before tax to replace brake actuator and brake pump because there is an internal leak in the brake actuator. [XXX]: The Toyota advisor stated that my car did not qualify for their extended warranty to replace the parts. He also stated that if I
The rear axle broke and the drivers side wheel sat sideways making the car undriveable. The car has been serviced by the dealer regularly in fact the rear wheel bearings were replaced recently.
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-In-Hybrid. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the ABS warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. After the failure, the contact became aware that the brake pedal needed an excessive amount of force to be depressed while bringing the vehicle to a complete stop. The brake and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 140,000.
2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid questions
Does the 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid: Fuse May Fail, Causing Hybrid Power Loss at Speed. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (8), Electrical System (3), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid 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.