repaired · 2026 Q3
Wiring: switches/knobs/buttons
NewRisk. A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.
2023 Toyota PriusProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 21 owner complaints about the 2023 Toyota Prius, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-744 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 16, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Toyota Prius has problems
21 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Latches/locks/linkages
3Power train
3Wheels
3Structure
3Tires
2Service brakes
1Forward collision avoidance
1Seat belts
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2023 Toyota Prius recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Wiring: switches/knobs/buttons
Risk. A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving or during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Prius year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Prius median. How we score
'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 Toyota Prius safety ratings
2023 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Prius owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V049000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages)however the parts were unavailable. The dealer was contacted, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was…
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. The local dealer and…
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.
Own a 2023 Prius?
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