Toyota Prius: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 28,726 Toyota Prius cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2000 and 2026.
In a sample of 398 cars, 66.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (23.1% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 23 recalls for this model; 2.9% of registered cars still have an open recall.
3.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 23.1% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 16.3% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 14.6% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 12.6% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 11.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 8.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7.3% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 4.5% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 4.3% |
| Dipped beam cut-off unclear | 3.8% |
Share of 398 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 12.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 1.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 28,726 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 2.9% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 3.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 1.2% |
| First registered | 2000 to 2026 |
All Toyota Prius passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-19 | electrical system | – | 7,871 |
| 2026-02-12 | electrical system | – | 263 |
| 2024-10-23 | electrical system | – | 872 |
| 2024-04-29 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 215 |
| 2023-10-02 | electrical system | – | 6,330 |
| 2021-09-27 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 23 |
| 2021-07-08 | brakes | – | 37 |
| 2020-09-14 | electrical system | serious | 74 |
| 2020-04-13 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 252 |
| 2019-07-29 | brakes | serious | 0 |
| 2019-01-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 39,836 |
| 2018-10-18 | electrical system | serious | 8,758 |
| 2018-05-03 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 487 |
| 2018-01-09 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 3,284 |
| 2017-01-06 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 133 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Toyota Prius fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 66.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Toyota Prius?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (23.1%), wipers give insufficient visibility (16.3%), position light not working (properly) (14.6%).
Does the Toyota Prius have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 23 recalls. 2.9% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.