Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 1, 201111V304000 | Steering: electric power assist systemLOSS OF POWER STEERING, PARTICULARLY WHEN AN OPERATOR IS ACTIVELY INTENDING TO STEER THE VEHICLE, MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 11V304000
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Owner complaints by component111
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 39 | 35 |
| Service brakes | 17 | 15 |
| Electrical system | 13 | 12 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 13 | 12 |
| Tires | 12 | 11 |
| Power train | 9 | 8 |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 7 |
| Hydraulic | 8 | 7 |
| Equipment | 4 | 4 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 3 |
| Electric | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 3 | 3 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 2 | 2 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 2 |
11 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Wheels
“Many things are happening to my truck that’s why I am contacting you people to see if I got any callback thank you so much”
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the steering wheel began to vibrate with an unknown message displayed on the instrument panel.”
- Service brakes
“Occasionally, when braking, the car will begin to brake, then lurch forward a little, and then brake again properly. It's disconcerting at best and scary and dangerous at worst.”
Other Toyota Prius model years
- 20074 recalls2,003 complaints
- 20066 recalls1,439 complaints
- 20056 recalls1,051 complaints
- 20046 recalls610 complaints
- 20031 recall99 complaints
- 20022 recalls167 complaints
- 20013 recalls165 complaints
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Other Toyota models
- 2003 Camry1 recall781 complaints
- 2003 Corolla9 recalls720 complaints
- 2003 RAV40 recalls315 complaints
- 2003 Sienna1 recall105 complaints
- 2003 Tundra7 recalls399 complaints
- 2003 Tacoma3 recalls360 complaints
- 2003 Highlander2 recalls258 complaints
- 2003 4Runner3 recalls696 complaints
- 2003 Sequoia6 recalls672 complaints
- 2003 Avalon2 recalls293 complaints
- 2003 Matrix6 recalls304 complaints
- 2003 Land Cruiser1 recall10 complaints
2003 Toyota Prius recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Toyota Prius have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2003 Toyota Prius. The most recent, 11V304000 (reported June 1, 2011), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Toyota Prius?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 39 complaints out of 111 filed with NHTSA (35%). Across all complaints, owners reported 6 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Toyota Prius?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Toyota dealer.
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