2006 Toyota Prius engine and engine cooling problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2006 Toyota Prius — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power and immediately regained power. Approximately 24 hours later the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that…”
filed Jul 26, 2021
“After long drive up mountains, vehicle lost power when going uphill, pressing on the gas pedal resulted in jerky movement of a few feet. Vehicle stopped. Checked battery and it was low but had two blue bars. No warning signs were lit on the dashboard. Managed to turn vehicle around and it coasted…”
filed Jun 3, 2014
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Prius years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Prius | 1 | 4% |
| 2019 Prius | 1 | 3% |
| 2018 Prius | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 Prius | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 Prius | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 Prius | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 Prius | 5 | 1% |
| 2010 Prius | 33 | 1% |
| 2009 Prius | 7 | 1% |
| 2008 Prius | 16 | 1% |
| 2007 Prius | 17 | 1% |
| 2005 Prius | 64 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Toyota Prius
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.