2019 TOYOTA PRIUS Complaints and Recall Information
The 2019 TOYOTA PRIUS has 5 complaints and 4 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report coolant leaks related to the exhaust heat-exchanger coolant pipe within the hybrid cooling system. These leaks have caused sudden engine overheating and power reduction or shutdown while driving. Warning lights often illuminate only after coolant is completely lost, raising safety concerns for occupants during operation.
- Coolant leaks. Multiple owners report the exhaust heat-exchanger coolant pipe leaking, leading to complete loss of coolant without prior warning light alerts. This causes sudden engine overheating and power loss while the vehicle is in motion.
- Unexpected engine shutdown. Sudden stalls occur due to coolant loss, posing risks especially when transporting passengers or in traffic intersections.
- Warning light issues. Warning indicators like the engine hot lamp and check engine light began flashing only near or after coolant depletion, providing limited advance notice.
- Costly repairs. Repair estimates for replacing the faulty front exhaust coolant pipe exceed $2,200, with parts frequently back-ordered and no estimated arrival date.
- Manufacturer response. Toyota has been informed and escalated part supply issues but no repairs completed due to ongoing parts backorder.
There are 4 recalls affecting the 2019 Prius, addressing electrical, braking, stability control, and labeling components. These recalls involve safety systems and information displays important for vehicle operation and load capacity.
- Instrument cluster defect. Recall 19V876000 affects 3,751 vehicles with an electrical short that blanks the speedometer, odometer, and fuel gauge. This risks the driver losing vital operating information. The fix replaces the flash memory chip and circuit board free of charge.
- Brake booster pump failure. Recall 19V544000 covers 6,925 vehicles where the brake booster pump may fail, disabling vehicle stability control and braking assist. This increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the pump if needed at no cost.
- Electronic stability control loss. Part of recall 19V544000, the failure of the brake booster pump also causes loss of electronic stability control. The remedy involves inspection and pump replacement free of charge.
- Load capacity label defect. Recall 19V244000 affects 3,634 vehicles with labels that may become illegible, risking vehicle overloading. Corrected labels will be provided and installed by dealers free of charge.
Owners facing repeated repairs for coolant leaks, delayed or unresolved recall remedies, or safety-related defects may want to review their rights under state lemon laws. Persistent issues involving critical systems could qualify for legal protections depending on the circumstances.
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS Summary
2019
Model Year
5
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
14310
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
6925 vehicles affected
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. 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."
Risk: Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or a loss of braking assist increases the risk of a crash.
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
3751 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Prius vehicles. 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."
Risk: 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.
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
3634 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. 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."
Risk: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
ID: 2117290UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Coolant system failed because coolant was leaking into catalytic converter. Two mechanics in two different states (one a Toyota dealer) claimed this is defect with 2019 Prius and results in repair costing more than $2000.00 because of this design flaw. Warning light did not come on until coolant was gone.
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
ID: 2100832ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Prius. The contact stated there was a coolant leak and the coolant level was low. There was no indication of coolant on the ground. The check engine and engine HOT warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: 0135-19. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a coolant leak in the front exhaust pipe heat exchanger. The parts to repair the vehicle were on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
ID: 2095221FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Exhaust heat-exchanger coolant pipe (part of the hybrid cooling loop) on my 2019 Toyota Prius is the system that failed. Safety risk: complete loss of coolant can cause sudden engine overheating and possible power reduction or shutdown while the vehicle is moving. I transport two young children daily; an unexpected stall on a highway or during an intersection turn would put all occupants and surrounding traffic at risk. AutoNation Toyota Mall of Georgia (dealer) inspected the car on 22-May-2025, confirmed the leak, and advised the vehicle is unsafe to drive until the pipe is replaced. Repair estimate is $2,249 parts & labor to replace the front exhaust pipe that is on back order, no ETA. Toyota Corporate (Brand Engagement, Case # 250522002498) is aware; they escalated the file to their Parts Department because the replacement pipe is back-ordered with no estimated arrival date. No other agencies or insurers have inspected the vehicle. Two days before the dealer visit, the warning symbol began flashing briefly at breaking then for longer intervals while driving. On the morning of 22-May-2025 the lamp was flashing more often and longer prompting the service appointment. Dealer found the coolant reservoir completely empty. No prior warning messages had appeared.
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
ID: 2095220ENGINE
Exhaust heat-exchanger coolant pipe (part of the hybrid cooling loop) on my 2019 Toyota Prius is the system that failed. Safety risk: complete loss of coolant can cause sudden engine overheating and possible power reduction or shutdown while the vehicle is moving. I transport two young children daily; an unexpected stall on a highway or during an intersection turn would put all occupants and surrounding traffic at risk. AutoNation Toyota Mall of Georgia (dealer) inspected the car on 22-May-2025, confirmed the leak, and advised the vehicle is unsafe to drive until the pipe is replaced. Repair estimate is $2,249 parts & labor to replace the front exhaust pipe that is on back order, no ETA. Toyota Corporate (Brand Engagement, Case # 250522002498) is aware; they escalated the file to their Parts Department because the replacement pipe is back-ordered with no estimated arrival date. No other agencies or insurers have inspected the vehicle. Two days before the dealer visit, the warning symbol began flashing briefly at breaking then for longer intervals while driving. On the morning of 22-May-2025 the lamp was flashing more often and longer prompting the service appointment. Dealer found the coolant reservoir completely empty. No prior warning messages had appeared.
2019 TOYOTA PRIUS
ID: 2095219POWER TRAIN
Exhaust heat-exchanger coolant pipe (part of the hybrid cooling loop) on my 2019 Toyota Prius is the system that failed. Safety risk: complete loss of coolant can cause sudden engine overheating and possible power reduction or shutdown while the vehicle is moving. I transport two young children daily; an unexpected stall on a highway or during an intersection turn would put all occupants and surrounding traffic at risk. AutoNation Toyota Mall of Georgia (dealer) inspected the car on 22-May-2025, confirmed the leak, and advised the vehicle is unsafe to drive until the pipe is replaced. Repair estimate is $2,249 parts & labor to replace the front exhaust pipe that is on back order, no ETA. Toyota Corporate (Brand Engagement, Case # 250522002498) is aware; they escalated the file to their Parts Department because the replacement pipe is back-ordered with no estimated arrival date. No other agencies or insurers have inspected the vehicle. Two days before the dealer visit, the warning symbol began flashing briefly at breaking then for longer intervals while driving. On the morning of 22-May-2025 the lamp was flashing more often and longer prompting the service appointment. Dealer found the coolant reservoir completely empty. No prior warning messages had appeared.