MYRModel Year Report

2013 Toyota Prius C

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2013 Toyota Prius C
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:23.695Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Prius C Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2012: 63 complaints 2012 2013: 56 complaints 2013 2014: 32 complaints 2014 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2019
2013: 56 complaints
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YearComplaints
201263
201356
201432
201517
201612
20172
20186
20190

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 39%

39% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

CRASH
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Immobilized failure due to combination of brake hose failure preventing hybrid control/shift actuator.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240914

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and STEERING

WHILE IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE SWITCHED OUT OF READY MODE. THE VEHICLE DID NOT SWITCH BACK INTO READY MODE. BODY DAMAGE INCURRED DURING EMERGENCY STOP, DUE TO VEHICLE GOING AT ABOUT 35MPH WHEN THE MALFUNCTION OCCURRED ON A SURFACE STREET.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200708

Also filed under STRUCTURE

SERVICE BRAKES 30%

30% of complaints: service brakes — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA PRIUS C. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141107

Also filed under AIR BAGS

ENGINE 13%

13% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file.

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: hybrid propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing inverter.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Toyota Prius C — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 Toyota Prius C reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Prius C?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Toyota Prius C have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.