2003 Toyota Prius Body & Structure Problems
2 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data
2
Complaints
1
Crashes
Aug 2013 – Oct 2007
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (2)
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CrashFiled: Aug 2013
While backing up slowly at under 10 mph, your car suddenly accelerated on its own and hit a movable barrier and another vehicle before you could brake. This unintended acceleration caused a crash.
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NHTSA #: 10537910
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Filed: Oct 2007
BACK HATCH UNLOCKED AND FLEW OPEN ON HIGHWAY WHILE I HAD CUSTOMERS IN MY 4 RUNNER. PULLED OVER AND TRIED TO SHUT...WOULD NOT SHUT. HAVING TO DRIVE NOW WITH BACK TAILGATE TIED SHUT. EXHAUST COMES IN THROUGH BACK OF VEHICLE. HAVING REPAIRED ON 10/24 FOR A COST OF OVER $400! *TR
NHTSA #: 10206433
Other 2003 Toyota Prius Issues
Steering (38)Tires (9)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (14)Vehicle Speed Control (6)Engine And Engine Cooling (13)Power Train (6)Electrical System,service Brakes (7)Fuel System, Other (2)Wheels,service Brakes,engine (1)Seat Belts (1)Air Bags (1)Exterior Lighting (1)Electronic Stability Control (esc) (1)Equipment Adaptive/mobility (2)Latches/locks/linkages (1)Fuel System, Gasoline,vehicle Speed Control (1)Suspension (2)Electronic Stability Control (1)