MYRModel Year Report

2013 Toyota Prius V

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2013 Toyota Prius V
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:45:11.486Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Prius V Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 215 complaints 2012 2013: 123 complaints 2013 2014: 79 complaints 2014 2015: 23 complaints 2015 2016: 16 complaints 2016 2017: 12 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaints 2018
2013: 123 complaints
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YearComplaints
20111
2012215
2013123
201479
201523
201616
201712
20181

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES 51%

51% of complaints: service brakes — 63 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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MY WIFE STARTED HER CAR THIS MORNING, PUT IT IN PARK AND THEN STEPPED OUT TO GET THE MAIL. THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY MOVED FORWARD RUNNING HER OVER AND PINNING HER LEG UNDERNEATH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171214

WAS GOING DOWN HILL AT 40MPH THE LIGHT TURNED RED I TRIED TO STOP I PUMPED THE BRAKES TWICE THEN TWICE AGAIN THE LAIN TO MY LIFE WAS FULL TO MY RIGHT WAS A CURB ABOUT 13IN HEIGHT AND BY THEN WE WERE IN THE BACK END OF THE CAR IN FRONT OF US AND...

NHTSA ODI report, 20141106

Driving 2013 Prius V multiple lights suddenly came up on dash Brake System, ABS, Master Warning, SLIP indicator Safety put at severe risk while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230922

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 15 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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MAY 3, 2019, APPROXIMATELY 33 DAYS AFTER SOFTWARE UPDATED DUE TO RECALL (TO PREVENT STALLING) VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. DUE TO LOCATION OF EVENT, ALL PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INJURIES WERE MINOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190521

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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MAY 3, 2019, APPROXIMATELY 33 DAYS AFTER SOFTWARE UPDATED DUE TO RECALL (TO PREVENT STALLING) VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. DUE TO LOCATION OF EVENT, ALL PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INJURIES WERE MINOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190521

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 6%

6% of complaints: exterior lighting — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20140123 — exterior lighting

Genera Corporation (Genera) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement tail lights, model 11-6468-00 (driver-side), and model 11-6467-00 (passenger-side), sold for use on 2012-2013 Toyota Prius V ve

Remedy: Genera will notify owners and provide replacement aftermarket tail lamps, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2014. Owners may contact Genera at 1-888-963-9888. This recall is being con

Campaign 13E070000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20150730 — hybrid propulsion system

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Prius V vehicles manufactured August 22, 2011, to June 30, 2014.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unti (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2015.

Campaign 15V449000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190122 — hybrid propulsion system

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019.

Campaign 18V684000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Toyota Prius V — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (63 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 13E070000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V449000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V684000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 Toyota Prius V 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 V?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Toyota Prius V have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.