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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, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2014 Toyota Prius C owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"The problem was intermittent. The radio nor music player or navigation would simply cut out or disappear entirely. I resolved it by buying a new sound system unit"
Anonymous, OR (2014 Toyota Prius C Three 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.
"A technician at an oil change place pulled a relay that connects the two batteries, and it was apparently designed in such a way that it could be reinserted backwards(?) (Per the dealership mechanic who fixed the problem.) This caused the 12V to drain completely once the weather got cold. When the 12V died, cells in the hybrid battery froze. The fix was easy and cheap at the dealership -- they pulled the frozen cells and thawed them -- but the vehicle had to be towed there."
Anonymous A., MN (2014 Toyota Prius C Four 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)"The original battery pack with no longer holding any charge. The entire battery hybrid pack needed to be replaced."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Toyota Prius C 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)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.
"The 12v battery just reached the end of its natural life. We boosted the car, drove it to our repair shop and it cost a few hundred dollars to replace it."
Anonymous A., ON (2014 Toyota Prius C Four 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)"See my other comment; the hybrid and 12V battery problems were interrelated."
Anonymous A., MN (2014 Toyota Prius C Four 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"water collection in one of the wheel areas that caused rust."
Anonymous, IL (2014 Toyota Prius C Two 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"The paint is faded and completely gone in spots, likely due to a lack of washing/waxing over it's lifetime"
Anonymous, UT (2014 Toyota Prius C One 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
"I purchased this vehicle from the dealership on December 15th, 2023. The mileage was 38,600. After about 20,000 miles in 2.5 months, driving Uber, the water pump failed. Likely cause is the coolant was never drained and filled since new until the water pump failed. Other that that, this car is a champ."
Anonymous A., SD (2014 Toyota Prius C Two 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"Car system kept losing contact with my phone. It was an intermittent problem but I was never a huge fan of the system so I had it replaced"
Anonymous, OR (2014 Toyota Prius C Three 1.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)