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The 2013 Prius C is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2013 Toyota Prius C owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"I didn't know it was problem until I took the car in for service. That's when the tech sent a video showing the bushing had cracked."
Anonymous, CA (2013 Toyota Prius C One 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
""The headlights have mold growing in them, rain is getting inside.""
Anonymous, CA (2013 Toyota Prius C Unsure 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
""The radio refuses to turn on in cold weather. When it comes back on later....when the car is warmed up, later in the day, all the settings have disappeared. Instead of bring tuned to the station I was listening to before the outage, it's randomly set to a bunch of static. Also a CD got stuck in the player, and couldn't be removed. I had the whole unit replaced while the car was less than five years old, but that didn't fix the problem. The replacement unit behaves the same way.""
Anonymous, CA (2013 Toyota Prius C Unsure 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.
""Repeated failure of the battery pack just after 150,000 miles. Replaced via an aftermarket company.""
Anonymous, CA (2013 Toyota Prius C Three 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.
""During the coldest weather, the battery functioned intermittently. The dealership tested it and said it was fine, but it kept failing and had to be replaced.""
Anonymous, MO (2013 Toyota Prius C Three 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)