2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 21, 2021 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Prius Plug-IN Hybrid years
Not enough data 8th of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid. That ranks 8th out of 9 Prius Plug-IN Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is hybrid propulsion system (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid
Toyota Prius (XW60) Plug-in Hybrid at Automobil Messe Bietigheim. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Hybrid Propulsion System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Hybrid Propulsion System1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Brake Actuator Valve Wear (DP19004) — opened Sep 30, 2019, closed Jan 21, 2021.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V684000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. BERGERON TOYOTA (1600 N STEPHENSON AVE…

Hybrid Propulsion System · received Apr 29, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11204380

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?

Owners most often report hybrid propulsion system problems. The top one, hybrid propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-IN Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Prius Plug-IN Hybrid model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.