2001 Toyota Prius
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Toyota Prius is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.
2001 Toyota Prius at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2001 Toyota Prius recalls 3
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001 THROUGH 2003 PRIUS PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 28, 2000, THROUGH MAY 30, 2003. THE STEERING LINKAGE MAY LOOSEN, RESULTING IN REDUCED ELECTRIC STEERING ASSISTANCE WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN.
Fix: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE NUTS IN THE STEERING LINKAGE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER MOLDING OF THE RESIN BODY OF THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENOR INSTALLED ON THE ENGINE BLOCK, ENGINE OIL MAY PENETRATE THE SEAL AND ENTER THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR. THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENTLY ATTACHED TO THE LOCKING TAB OF THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INSUFFICIENT ELECTRICAL CONTACT CAN OCCUR IN THE TORQUE SENSOR THAT CONTROLS THE POWER ASSIST OPERATION OF THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING GEAR BOX. THE TORQUE SENSOR COULD SEND IMPROPER ELECTRICAL SIGNALS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE ELECTRIC STEERING GEAR BOX.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2001 Toyota Prius common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 174 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2001 Toyota Prius MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2001 Toyota Prius worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2001 Toyota Prius costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2001 Toyota Prius trims & engines on record
2001 Toyota Prius vehicles on record
Other Toyota Prius model years
2001 Toyota Prius — frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Toyota Prius have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2001 Toyota Prius. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota Prius?
Based on 174 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, service brakes, vehicle speed control.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Toyota Prius get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Toyota Prius at about 41 mpg combined (42 city / 41 highway).
How much is a 2001 Toyota Prius worth?
Comparable 2001 Toyota Prius listings run roughly $800–$2,700, typically around $1,692 (from 6 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.