2013 Toyota Prius recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 3 2013 Toyota Prius recalls, newest first
Jun 24, 2020Hybrid Propulsion System, InverterToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 to 2015 Prius and 2014 to 2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V684. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Risk: An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system. If the vehicle has experienced an inverter failure with certain hybrid system faults related to this condition, the inverter assembly will be repaired or replaced, prior to software update. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 888 270 9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB10 / 20TA10.
NHTSA campaign 20V369000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Oct 4, 2018Hybrid Propulsion SystemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010 to 2014 Toyota Prius and 2012 to 2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Risk: If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 888 270 9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0V. Note: The software updates in this recall are needed even if the vehicle had the software previously updated under recalls 14V053 or 15V449.
NHTSA campaign 18V684000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Feb 12, 2014Hybrid Propulsion System, InverterToyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power allowing it to only drive a short distance.
Risk: The vehicle may enter a fail safe/limp home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the vehicle receives updated software, the dealer will repair or replace the inverter assembly with a new one at no charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1 800 331 4331.
NHTSA campaign 14V053000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Toyota Prius have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Toyota Prius. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2013 Toyota Prius has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.