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Major Problems with Toyota Prius c - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Toyota Prius c model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2012, for instance, is the worst year for the Prius c. Older Prius c vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Toyota Prius c problems by years

Worst Toyota Prius c Problems

AIR BAGS
2012 Toyota Prius c May 23, 2013 Victims: 2 Mileage: 5000 miles

The brakes were applied gently as the car was approaching a stopped car. the prius c then accelerated, at which time the brakes were firmly applied, the abs system engaged, but not in enough time for the vehicle to stop. the prius rear ended the vehicle in front, all airbags were deployed causing injury to the driver, and the front end of the prius was destroyed. it cannot be fixed and will need to be scrapped. *tr

AIR BAGS
2012 Toyota Prius c January 3, 2016 Victims: 2 Mileage: 60000 miles

Car was involved in a 18+ car accident. traveling at approx 55mph all traffic came to a sudden stop. the car did stop before impact. driver pressed himself to the seat while slamming on breaks. a car slammed into the back of the prius which shot the prius forward, wedging it between the 2 vehicles in front of it. upon impact with the cars it was slammed into the driver's seatbelt did not lock. driver flew forward breaking bones in his face and obtained injuries to a knee from impacting the console, and whiplash. a child passenger in the ...

AIR BAGS
2012 Toyota Prius c January 20, 2017 Victims: 2 Mileage: 35781 miles

I was stopped at a green light waiting for the car in front me; when they turned left an oncoming car swerved to miss them, then overcorrected and hit me. hit me head on; on the front right side. they hit me with so much force they moved my car almost 6 feet sideways. none of the my airbags went off and my seat belt did not lock. i hit the steering wheel with such force i had the toyota symbol imprinted on my chest for a day. (i was wearing 3 layers a jacket and 2 shirts).why did none ...

What is the most common problem with Toyota Prius c?

Overall the worst problem with Toyota Prius c relates to ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Prius c years that are prone to issues with these components.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 18 SERVICE BRAKES 18 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 17 AIR BAGS 12 ENGINE 8 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 7 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL 6 SEAT BELTS 4 WHEELS 4 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 4 STEERING 3 POWER TRAIN 3 SEATS 3 STRUCTURE 2 BODY 2 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM 2 VISIBILITY/WIPER 2 WINDSHIELD 1 SUSPENSION 1 GLASS, SIDE/REAR 1 NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

The information about Toyota Prius c common problems is powered by the NHTSA official reports, recalls, and safety issues. Our algorithms turn raw data into structured categories and charts.