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JTDKN3DU4D1••••••2013 Toyota PRIUS
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2013 Toyota PRIUS build (16 vs 7).
16on this build
371on the model
50builds in total
1involved a crash
2injuries
Most reportedService Brakes 10Steering 2Engine 2Electrical System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashApr 2021
April 01,2021, our 2013 toyota prius was involved in a head on collision and the airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was stopped at a red light, when struck head on. The driver and passenger sustained injuries
Service BrakesMar 2026
Brake booster failed. We were driving on the freeway and almost got into a pile up. Brakes completely stopped working and pedal became very stiff. The more I look it is this is an extremely common issue
Hybrid Propulsion SystemNov 2019
The contact owns a 2013 toyota prius. While driving 70 mph, the check engine and two unknown warning indicators illuminated. In addition, the check hybrid system and "stop the vehicle at a safe place' messages appeared on the instrument panel. Furthermore, while depressing the…
SteeringMay 2019
Toyota dealership refused on recall based on defected steering shaft which was bought by me and fixed by mechanic. It was critical issue and recall in other models as well. Also, toyota does not fix defective piston rings based on excessive oil consumption…
SuspensionApr 2019
Unknown squeaking at the back, none of the mechanics was able identify the sound on the back seat ... Oil burning, bulbs burning so often
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JTDKN3DU4D1722970 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.