Toyota Prius owners have reported 87 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (85 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel bolts (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Bolts problems |
While driving straight on smooth paved road, car began to shake and right rear passenger wheel came completely separated from car. After skidding off the road and being able to visually inspect, it was clear the sub-frame had broken and the wheel had come off in its entirety. Read details...
While driving my 2005 Toyota Prius, the rear passenger wheel became so loose it was causing the car to vibrate and shake. I thought it was a flat tire, pulled off of the freeway I was driving on onto the shoulder. There was no flat, pulled off at the next exit into a garage. Read details...