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2013 Toyota Prius V Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Service Brakes — runs 6.9× the fleet median for that category across the 2075 model-years tracked on this site.
123Complaints
3Recalls
9Crashes
1Fires
8Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Service Brakes (51.2% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Service Brakes complaints here are 6.9× the median for that category across the 2075 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Service Brakes63 · 51.2%not available
Engine15 · 12.2%not available
Electrical System14 · 11.4%not available
Fuel/propulsion System9 · 7.3%not available
Exterior Lighting7 · 5.7%RecalledRecall 13E070000
Vehicle Speed Control6 · 4.9%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES63 · 51.2%
ENGINE15 · 12.2%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM14 · 11.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM9 · 7.3%
Unspecified / other8 · 6.5%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING7 · 5.7%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL6 · 4.9%
POWER TRAIN6 · 4.9%
AIR BAGS5 · 4.1%
SUSPENSION4 · 3.3%

Percentages are the share of the 123 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 3 campaigns

Hybrid Propulsion System

NHTSA campaign 18V684000 · 2018 · reported 10/04/2018

If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter

NHTSA campaign 15V449000 · 2015 · reported 07/15/2015

The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting:tail Lights

NHTSA campaign 13E070000 · 2013 · reported 12/12/2013

The reversed tail lamp function reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“When I'm in the car, the brake booster keeps recharging with out touching the brake pedal. Also, the car has problems when I apply the…”NHTSA complaint 11729269 — filed 04/05/2026 · SERVICE BRAKES
“Upon a hard (but not emergency) brake, my ABS and brake warning lights came on and my car began whirring once every few seconds. I…”NHTSA complaint 11713700 — filed 01/27/2026 · SERVICE BRAKES
“The brake actuator and compressor is having repeated problems and causing the brakes to lock up completely while driving both in city and ON THE…”NHTSA complaint 11712245 — filed 01/20/2026 · SERVICE BRAKES

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

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

Service brakes issues are the most-reported category, cited in 63 of 123 NHTSA complaints (51.2%), followed by engine (15), electrical system (14), fuel/propulsion system (9). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2013 Toyota Prius V have?

123 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 9 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 8 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2013 Toyota Prius V have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V684000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2013 Toyota Prius V's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.