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2021 Toyota Prius Prime

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2021 Toyota Prius Prime
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:52:27.434Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Prius Prime Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2021 highlighted. 2017: 32 complaints 2017 2018: 15 complaints 2018 2019: 8 complaints 2019 2020: 16 complaints 2020 2021: 10 complaints 2021 2022: 8 complaints 2022 2023: 5 complaints 2023 2024: 11 complaints 2024
2021: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
201732
201815
20198
202016
202110
20228
20235
202411

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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I was slowly entering a handicapped parking place right in front of a business. The distance from the front of the parking space to the building wall was about 15 feet, one car length.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251029

Brakes of my Toyota Pirius Prime did not work after I was hit on my right side. Brakes completlety was out. Also I was not able to run the car. The cars brakes should work even I got an accident to precent some further damage to other cars.

NHTSA ODI report, 20221106

Also filed under AIR BAGS

POWER TRAIN

2 of 10 total reports mention: power train.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 10 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

CRASH INJURY
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

2 of 10 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and adaptive cruise control.

CRASH
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My vehicle is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense, which includes Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) and a Pre-Collision System.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241020

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2021 Toyota Prius Prime — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2021 Toyota Prius Prime 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 2021 Toyota Prius Prime?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Toyota Prius Prime 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.