Complaints
11
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2021 Toyota Prius Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#12 complaints
ENGINE
Avg mileage:5,200 mi
Crash-related:1
#22 complaints
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Avg mileage:5,200 mi
#31 complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Crash-related:1
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Toyota Prius.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | 2 | 1 | — | 5,200 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 | — | — | 5,200 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 1 | — | — | — | |
| LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | 1 | — | — | — | |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 | — | — | 5,200 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 | — | — | 56,000 mi | |
| WHEELS | 1 | — | — | 190 mi |
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