2013 Toyota Prius V electrical system problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2013 Toyota Prius V — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Brake actuator failure requires actuator and master cylinder replacement. All dash lights came on while driving. The vehicle was diagnosed at Brian Easler Toyota in Hendersonville North Carolina. The brakes are still operational temporarily but spongy and expected to fail so the car is not…”
filed Nov 14, 2025
“2013 toyota prius V. 64,000 miles and ABS Light is on also VSC warning light and brake light. There has been many issues with this type of vehicle as i researched on internet. I didnt know there has been a recall on this vehicle. And i did not make it time. 10 yrs or 150,000 k whichever comes…”
filed Oct 31, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
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Electrical System problems in other Prius V years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Prius V | 2 | 9% |
| 2014 Prius V | 15 | 19% |
| 2012 Prius V | 24 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Toyota Prius V
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.