2013 Toyota Prius forward collision avoidance problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the forward collision avoidance on the 2013 Toyota Prius — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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
“The brake actuator/ABS hydraulic system on my 2013 Toyota Prius failed. The component is available for inspection upon request, as it was replaced by a Toyota dealership. Prior to failure, the vehicle intermittently displayed ABS, Traction Control, and VSC warning lights while driving, which would…”
filed Jan 20, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Forward Collision Avoidance problems in other Prius years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Prius | 4 | 14% |
| 2018 Prius | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 Prius | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 Prius | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 Prius | 5 | 3% |
| 2014 Prius | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 Prius | 3 | 1% |
| 2011 Prius | 5 | 1% |
| 2010 Prius | 18 | 1% |
| 2009 Prius | 5 | 1% |
| 2008 Prius | 3 | 0% |
| 2007 Prius | 1 | 0% |
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.