In-car Electronics
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
The 2013 Prius C is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
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.
Electrical Accessories
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.
What Owners Say
""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)Suspension/Steering
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.
What Owners Say
"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)EV Battery
Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.
What Owners Say
""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)Noises/Leaks
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
What Owners Say
""The headlights have mold growing in them, rain is getting inside.""
Anonymous, CA (2013 Toyota Prius C Unsure 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Engine Major
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Body Hardware
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.
Engine Cooling
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Paint/Trim
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Engine Minor
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Exhaust
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
Transmission Minor
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Transmission Major
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Engine Electrical
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.
Climate System
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Brakes
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Drive System
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Fuel System/Emissions
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Electric Motor
Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Electric Motor
EV Battery
Engine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Transmission Major
Transmission Minor
Drive System
Fuel System/Emissions
Exhaust
Suspension/Steering
Brakes
Climate System
Electrical Accessories
Body Hardware
Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability
information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for
about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential
trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes,
to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
""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)