2013 Toyota Prius electrical system problems
51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2013 Toyota Prius — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“My vehicle has 105492 miles and ABS light, Trackion and Brake light went on. I could hear a buzzing sound from the brake actuator every 5 seconds. The brake actuator and master cylinder was failing. According to the dealership failure of brake actuator and master cylinder is a common safety issue…”
filed Aug 9, 2026
“Year/Make/Model: 2013 Toyota Prius • Component: Brake Booster Assembly with Master Cylinder (Part #47070-47060) Description of the Defect: After approximately 30–40 minutes of driving, my dashboard illuminates with the Brake, ABS, and VSC warning lights simultaneously. The brake pedal becomes…”
filed May 6, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
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Electrical System problems in other Prius years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Prius | 3 | 13% |
| 2022 Prius | 6 | 25% |
| 2019 Prius | 4 | 13% |
| 2018 Prius | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 Prius | 11 | 12% |
| 2016 Prius | 20 | 13% |
| 2015 Prius | 27 | 16% |
| 2014 Prius | 33 | 16% |
| 2012 Prius | 52 | 12% |
| 2011 Prius | 68 | 13% |
| 2010 Prius | 192 | 7% |
| 2009 Prius | 60 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 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.