2019 TOYOTA PRIUS Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Toyota Prius. This model year has 28 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Brake System.
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Worst 2019 Toyota Prius Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brake System
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Toyota Prius. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake System | 11 | 5 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 4 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota Prius. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 28 most recent complaints
Body of car has rust perforation starting from the inside working out. This is on the roof, so water incursion will effect airbags and electrical system. FIrst noticed rust bubbles a few years ago, but did not think much of it. Now two body shops have said roof panel needs to be …
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Since October 2023, my 2019 Toyota Prius has developed severe and unpredictable driving behavior after a regular brake service, which may have triggered or coincided with a software or ECU update. The car, which had been driving smoothly since I bought it in 2021, suddenly began …
Coolant system failed because coolant was leaking into catalytic converter. Two mechanics in two different states (one a Toyota dealer) claimed this is defect with 2019 Prius and results in repair costing more than $2000.00 because of this design flaw. Warning light did not come …
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Prius. The contact stated there was a coolant leak and the coolant level was low. There was no indication of coolant on the ground. The check engine and engine HOT warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to T…
Exhaust heat-exchanger coolant pipe (part of the hybrid cooling loop) on my 2019 Toyota Prius is the system that failed. Safety risk: complete loss of coolant can cause sudden engine overheating and possible power reduction or shutdown while the vehicle is moving. I transport two…
* I was pulling into a parking space at a slow speed. When I applied the brake the car accelerated causing the car to scrape the car next to the space. The car then stopped. * The acceleration was out of my control and the brakes did not stop it. Fortunately there was no person …
The issue is with the back middle seat belt. When the back right passenger seat, which is a 2/3 seat is placed down in order to accommodate long pieces of lumber, it remains stuck there as the seatbelt for the middle seat will not release. The seatbelt mechanism for the middle se…
I was idling at a parking space and went to turn off my car. The vehicle surged forward and the BRAKE sign came on. I pushed my brake to the floor and nothing happened. I was moving toward a brick wall so I put in in reverse and the car surged backwards. The BRAKE sign came on a…
On Saturday [XXX], while shifting to reverse in a back alley to back up slowly, the car engine suddenly and loudly revved and shot backwards at accelerating speed. I slammed on brakes which did not respond at all, thus forcing me to attempt to shift gears which also failed to s…
Vehicle was involved in a accident and it was a total loss and no airbags deployed There wasBodily injury due to this accident
This complete set of Dunlop Enasave 01 A/S 195 / 65 R 15 91S tires has failed in a short span of time. At the beginning of October, we noticed a slight warbling while driving at any speed. An inspection by Les Schwab tires revealed exposed steel belting on the inside of one of th…
The vehicle has started to exhibit a wobbling feeling when driving, similar to when there is a bubble or blister in the tire. At only 4 years old, and with only 44K miles, we knew this shouldn't be the problem. An inspection by Les Schwab Tires, as well as the Toyota dealership w…
Re: Front left and right Toyo Tires (195/65R15 ) Having passed MA state inspection at the end of August my husband and I headed out for a 500 mile road trip. I purposely went back to the station that did the inspection and asked if the tires looked okay for this trip. I was assur…
This happened about 3 weeks ago. I drove to work on local roads with no incidents of debris hitting windshield - no visible cracks. After my shift I spotted about a three foot crack in the middle of windshield leading down to passenger side. No warnings or symptoms of a problem.…
A few weeks ago, at around 10pm, when I was driving on the freeway, my car’s engine temperature warning light suddenly on. The next day, I immediately sent my car to the dealer for a check up, the report stated ‘’ coolant reservoir very low. Pressure tested system found exhaust …
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while at a complete stop, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle and the vehicle began to accelerate unintendedly. The air bags failed to deploy. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The contac…
Whenever it rains the warning message clean parking assist sensor comes on while you are driving. Even after you clean the sensors the warning continues to beep contiously. You can press the back button but it will not stop. Also proximity sensor comes on with this incident. Afte…
At low speeds when the windows are down and music is playing on the internal speakers, it can drown out the pedestrian warning sound making it impossible for pedestrians to hear it
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that upon depression of the brake pedal, pulsation in the brake pedal could be felt without warning. Upon taking the vehicle to a dealer, he requested to have the rotors checked for any defects. He was given a service repor…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Toyota Prius.
Recalls for 2019 Toyota Prius
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Toyota Prius. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2019 Toyota Prius — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Toyota Prius reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2019 Toyota Prius has 28 NHTSA owner complaints, 7 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Brake System (11 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota Prius?▾
#1: Brake System (11 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (7 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Toyota Prius?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Toyota Prius?▾
The 2019 Toyota Prius has 7 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 28 total NHTSA complaints. 2 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Toyota Prius have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Toyota Prius. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Toyota Prius?▾
The 2019 Toyota Prius has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Brake System issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Prius reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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