Power Train Related Problems of the 2023 Toyota Prius

Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 2023 Toyota Prius.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Toyota Prius

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
2

Power Train problem #1

The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The failure was a persistent failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,050.

Power Train problem #2

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 respond and continued to roll backward. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle responded as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.


Power Train related problems in other Toyota Prius model year vehicles:



Prius Service Bulletins
Prius Safety Recalls
Prius Defect Investigations