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2016 Toyota Prius repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)

Other (15%)

Chart based on 20 repairs.
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2016 Toyota Prius repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (6%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Dec 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018

31000 mi
Steering wheel had quality issues and was replaced at no charge 

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2016 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

95-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

Toyota Prius in Ohio, United States
Aug 2016 - Jul 2018
Mar 2018

24000 mi
Headlights were always out of adjustment and oncoming traffic often flashed their high beams at me. 
Toyota Prius in California, United States
Jan 2017 - Jun 2022
Jan 2018

52500 mi
Mileage dropped from 56mpg to 41.5 mpg. After checking, everything was OK. As I went through a couple tanks of gas the mileage came back 
May 2018

61000 mi

US $76
No repair just regular check up. 
Toyota Prius in Tamaulipas, Mexico
Mar 2016 - Jun 2022
Dec 2018

28520 mi
The driver seat lowered it position gradually over a couple of weeks without even touching the levers. Inspected by dealer, they replaced the high adjustment mechanism under warranty. It has been working fine ever since. 
Jan 2022

48360 mi

$400
Ignition coil 1 was failing during light acceleration. Reported error code was misfire in cilinder 1. Once deleted it didn't show up again, even when the problem was still there physically. Dealer misdiagnosed it first as dirt in the intake and injectors, so a cleaning of the intake valve and injectors was performed first, with no results, but charged for it. After more diagnosis, they found the ignition coil for cilinder one defective, and was replaced with the next one in the combustion cycle as recommended by Toyota. Problem was solved. 
Toyota Prius in California, United States
Jun 2016 - Jul 2023
Jul 2023

201000 mi

US $2400
The dealer stated that the exhaust heat recovery system valve failed, causing a coolant leak into the catalytic converter. Requires exhaust system replacement for the affected valve. 3rd party, an Independent shop, mentioned that the part is a common fail point for gen 4. The only symptom was a chronic low coolant, slow leak. Over time this will damage the cat if the problem is ignored by topping off the fluids. 
Toyota Prius in North Carolina, United States
Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

25000 mi
Shock on the rear driver's side was loose and rattling. Dealer tightened it after we pointed it out when we took it in for routine oil change. Fixed the issue. 
Toyota Prius in California, United States
Feb 2016 - Jun 2022
Mar 2017

35500 mi
Dead battery. Would not hold charge. Battery replaced under warranty (no cost to owner). 
Toyota Prius in Mississippi, United States
Nov 2016 - Apr 2022
Dec 2016

1000 mi
Rattle in dash. Awaiting parts 
Jan 2017

4700 mi
Rattle in dash finally fixed after multiple attempts. There is no recall on it, or service bulliten, but there is an issue with some 2016 Prius with the rattle. While in for the problem I googled it and shared the results with the technician. He removed the part to see if the rattle went away, which it did, and ordered a vent part. Once a new one was installed the problem was solved.  
Toyota Prius in Colorado, United States
Apr 2016 - Jun 2018
Nov 2016

10000 mi
audio / video / nav screen kept crashing on startup. Dealer reset system during standard 10,000 mile maintenance 
Sep 2017

25000 mi
Under light braking clicking noise coming from drivetrain. Dealer states could not duplicate but problem persists. 
Toyota Prius in California, United States
Feb 2016 - Jun 2020
May 2017

28000 mi

US $1000
Windshield cracked because of heat. Noticed tiny crack in the windshield, which grew into a foot-long crack. Seems like a defect because many other Prius drivers have reported windshield issues/cracking not involving rocks or accidents. 
Toyota Prius in Arizona, United States
Nov 2016 - Mar 2018
Dec 2016

1000 mi
Remote fuel door lock mechanism replaced 
Jun 2017

6000 mi
First oil change and e brake recall 
Toyota Prius in California, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017

23000 mi
When applying brakes, ticking sound could be heard from front end. When applying brakes and going over bump/pot hole ABS system unsafely disengages brakes. 
Toyota Prius in Colorado, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016

5000 mi
Dead Speaker, connector repaired. 
Feb 2017

10000 mi
Random rebooting of Entune infotainment system, Software upgrade Rear spoiler loose 

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2016 Toyota Prius Repair Histories

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