2013 Toyota Prius service brakes problems
229 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2013 Toyota Prius — 56% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The break pump for my 2013 prius is going out and is a known issue with Toyota. I contacted toyota and they have stated because it is past the extended warranty they can not repair it and aren't liable for it. I bought the car used and was unaware that it has been a known issue for years. The…”
filed Aug 26, 2026
“I purchased a 2013 Toyota Prius from a reputable dealership in Omaha (O'Daniel Honda). 5 days after purchase the ABS, BRAKE, and Traction Control lights came on in the evening. When I took it to the dealership the next day they had cycled off and the dealership couldn't find anything wrong. A few…”
filed Aug 25, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes problems in other Prius years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Prius | 2 | 8% |
| 2022 Prius | 4 | 17% |
| 2019 Prius | 9 | 30% |
| 2018 Prius | 3 | 8% |
| 2017 Prius | 14 | 15% |
| 2016 Prius | 18 | 12% |
| 2015 Prius | 88 | 53% |
| 2014 Prius | 93 | 45% |
| 2012 Prius | 182 | 43% |
| 2011 Prius | 262 | 51% |
| 2010 Prius | 593 | 21% |
| 2009 Prius | 63 | 13% |
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.