2019 Toyota Prius: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Toyota Prius: 3 recalls, 30 owner complaints and up to 52 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #19V244000 · 2019 · 3,634 vehicles
What's wrong: The text on the load capacity label May become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: If the driver cannot read the label, they May unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gst will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019.
Brakes, Stability control Vehicle recall #19V544000 · 2019 · 6,925 vehicles
What's wrong: The brake booster pump May fail causing a deactivation of the vehicle stability control system and a loss of braking assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 126, "electronic stability control systems."
Why it matters: Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or a loss of braking assist increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2019. Toyota
Electrical Vehicle recall #19V876000 · 2019 · 3,751 vehicles
What's wrong: An electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur, causing the speedometer, the odometer, and the fuel gauge to go blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 101, "controls and displays."
Why it matters: A blank main display will not show important information like vehicle speed or fuel level. Driving with an inoperative display can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flash memory chip (rom) production date, and if necessary, replace it along with the combination meter circuit board, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (8): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3), warning light on (2), leaks (2).
- Engine (6): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2), stalls / loses power (2), leaks (2).
- Speed control / throttle (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
The 2019 Toyota Prius has 30 owner complaints, ranking #19 of 27 Prius model years for complaints (well below the 464 average). Complaints peaked in 2023 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 5,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (37 complaints, 1 recalls), 2020 (14 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 54 | 50 | 52 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Toyota Prius have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Toyota Prius. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Toyota Prius problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (9), other / unknown (8), engine (6).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Toyota Prius get?
EPA ratings run up to 52 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Toyota Prius repair manual?
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