Hybrid Propulsion System Problems of Toyota Prius

Toyota Prius owners have reported 61 hybrid propulsion system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common hybrid propulsion system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's hybrid propulsion system (39 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hybrid propulsion system inverter (22 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Hybrid Propulsion System related problems of Toyota Prius


Recently reported Hybrid Propulsion System problems of Toyota Prius

The Hybrid Propulsion System problem

The contact owns a 2012 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 check engine and the hybrid warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle   Read details...

The Hybrid Propulsion System Inverter problem

The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius c. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The contact stated that he and his wife were in the vehicle during the failure, and the vehicle was almost crashed into.   Read details...




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