2021 Toyota Prius Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 16 owner complaints for the 2021 Toyota Prius. The EPA rates it 49 to 56 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 0
- Owner complaints
- 16
- Crashes / fires reported
- 5 / 0
- EPA combined
- 49–56 MPG
2021 Toyota Prius recalls
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota Prius as of Oct 26, 2026.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2021 Toyota Prius problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System5
- Fuel/Propulsion System4
- Service Brakes4
- Engine3
- Vehicle Speed Control2
- Forward Collision Avoidance2
- Unknown or Other2
- Power Train2
2021 Toyota Prius gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius Eco | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 58 | 53 | 56 | $1,150 |
| Prius Prime | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 55 | 53 | 54 | $1,200 |
| Prius | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 54 | 50 | 52 | $1,250 |
| Prius AWD | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 51 | 47 | 49 | $1,300 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2021 Toyota Prius have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota Prius as of Oct 26, 2026.
What are the most common 2021 Toyota Prius problems?
Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (5), fuel/propulsion system (4), service brakes (4).
What gas mileage does the 2021 Toyota Prius get?
The EPA rates the 2021 Toyota Prius at 49 to 56 MPG combined (best version: 58 city / 53 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.