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2021 Toyota Prius: common problems and reliability
One of the best Prius years.
16 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 Prius?The 2021 Toyota Prius has 16 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and fuel/propulsion system.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Toyota Prius vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Prius years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the Prius?
Across the 26 Prius model years we track, complaint volume runs from 4 (2000) to 5,652 (2010). With 16 complaints, the 2021 Prius sits below the model's median of 502.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment across multiple generations, with the Prius consistently praised as the quintessential rational transportation appliance.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Prius. See the full Prius owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Prius listings typically run $12,797–$27,748.
Other Prius model years
Compare every Prius year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.
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