2023 TOYOTA PRIUS Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota Prius. This model year has 16 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2023 Toyota Prius Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Wheel Issues
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Toyota Prius. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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The contact owned a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V049000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages) and 24V274000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages); and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. Th…
Body / Liftgate The rear hatch unexpectedly dropped and fell on my head while the vehicle was stationary. The right-side rear hatch gas strut separated from the body at the mounting point. The left-side rear hatch gas strut had also shown signs of imminent failure and subsequent…
The rear plastic where the handle to open the truck is easily damaged and can cause water or damage inside the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Ecopia, Tire Size: 195/60/R17, DOT Number: 1ELUK0DDB. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 - 10 MPH in a parking lot, a piece of metal slashed the passenger’s side front tire. There …
Front door locks defective. Remote control doesn’t open the doors, even after replacing battery in key fob. It started with the driver door and now the passenger door doesn’t lock or unlock.
Tires are failing on the year model at an alarming rate. We have just turned 30,000 miles and have had 7 failures. 2 were deemed unrepairable and had to be replaced, the others were patched or plugged. The concern is sidewall failures on this year model, seems as if it a poorly…
Immediately after servicing the vehicle, when I closed the rear hatch, I noticed a crack in the plastic trim under the window. It is still available for inspection as the dealership has not yet repaired it. The piece is not entirely cracked through or enitrely loose at this time,…
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V274000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that…
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while sitting in traffic with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle started rolling backward even though the gear shifter was in drive(D). The contact stated that upon attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to r…
There are NO air vents or air flow to the rear seats. Passengers will overheat in the summer with no relief and I have no idea how this even made it on the market without vents to seats.
This car is the Limited edition with 19 inch wheels. It does not come with a spare tire. The tires originally equipped on the vehicle are Michelin 195/50R19 Primacy A/S and they are NOT available to Toyota dealerships or at Tire Stores. I have one tire picked up a screw first wee…
The 12 volt battery was low, apparently from opening and closing doors during a camping trip. After a few days of sitting unused, I attempted to drive the vehicle. I pushed the start button and the car indicated that it was "ready". When I went to shift the transmission into Driv…
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Primacy Season, Tire Size: 195/50/R19, DOT Number: (NA). The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH on several occasions, the four tires experienced blowouts. There were no warning light…
My car was less than 6 months old when a crack began to appear in the windshield. It started at the base of the windshield by the hood. There was no impact and no reason for this crack to appear, it was spontaneous. It hampers my vision and must be replaced at my expense acco…
The car was being driven on US287 south from Wichita Falls, TX toward Fort Worth, Texas on an open road, in the middle of the afternoon, in clear sunshine, no clouds, no rain. On a stretch of the highway where the road dipped down into a gully, and had a normal rise afterwards, …
Driving at highway speed on Interstate 30. Warning lights came on the dashboard. The Prius began to stall. Could not steer vehicle to shoulder. Prius came to a stop in the outside lane of travel. Rear-ended by Tractor Trailer rig. Passenger died. Driver sustained serious injuries…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Toyota Prius.
Recalls for 2023 Toyota Prius
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 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.
2023 Toyota Prius — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Toyota Prius reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2023 Toyota Prius has 16 NHTSA owner complaints, 1 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (4 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Prius?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (4 complaints). #2: Wheel Issues (3 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (3 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Toyota Prius?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Toyota Prius?▾
The 2023 Toyota Prius has 1 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 16 total NHTSA complaints. 1 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Toyota Prius have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Toyota Prius. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Toyota Prius?▾
The 2023 Toyota Prius has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults 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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