2013 Toyota Prius C recalls and problems
No recalls and 57 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Toyota Prius C.
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2013 Toyota Prius C recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
While I was driving on the freeway the dash lit up with multiple lights. Simultaneously, I lost power to the car and could not accelerate and only break. The steering was tight and I could not steer correctly. Then a message that said, CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM STOP THE VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE IMMEDIATELY. The was slowing…
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius C. The contact stated that while his wife was attempting to cold-start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle was started; however, the instrument cluster and other electrical devices failed to operate as needed. The…
Brake master cylinder failure.
Car suddenly needed a jump start and again after a day or two of non-use. On the third day Brakes, ABS and traction control warnings were lighted up and remains. Brakes are mostly ineffective. My own scan returns the code C1252 and C1256 that says brake booster system failing. Took it to the dealer who charged $290…
Warning lamps for ABS and others and the chiming dings came on while pulling away from the bank drive through and parking for a second. I shut the engine off and turned back on with no success. I was barely able to park in a spot because of difficulties braking. My car had been making an electric noise every 15…
Prius C model years compared
Across all years, the 2012 Prius C has the most complaints (64). All Toyota Prius C years →
Questions
- Does the 2013 Toyota Prius C have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Toyota Prius C as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Prius C?
- Owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (23 complaints), followed by service brakes (16).
- How many 2013 Toyota Prius C complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 8 of 57 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 28, 2026.