2018 Toyota Prius C
Only 6 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 64 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility/wiper
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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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…
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-04
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Steering
1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.
Engine
1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-04
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2018-04-11Equipment18V176000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Prius C vehicles sold in Puerto Rico. The front passenger air bag and recommended child occupant seating positions label may not have been attached during assembly.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and will mail the removable labels to all known owners of the subject vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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2019-08-23Hybrid propulsion system19V491000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Prius C vehicles. The DC-DC converter may fail resulting in the auxiliary battery no longer receiving power from the converter, which may cause a loss of drive.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DC-DC converter with a new one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Toyota Prius C — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V176000 · Equipment
- Recall 19V491000 · Hybrid propulsion system
FAQ
- Is the 2018 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 2018 Toyota Prius C?
- The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Prius C have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.