NHTSA model-year recall report

2003 Toyota Prius Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Jun 1, 2011

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Toyota Prius average of 3.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering › Electric Power Assist System, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2003 Toyota Prius recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 11V304000

Steering › Electric Power Assist System

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Jun 1, 2011

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

LOSS OF POWER STEERING, PARTICULARLY WHEN AN OPERATOR IS ACTIVELY INTENDING TO STEER THE VEHICLE, MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Toyota Prius model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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Other 2003 Toyota recall reports

2003 Toyota Corolla13 campaigns 2003 Toyota Tundra10 campaigns 2003 Toyota Sequoia7 campaigns 2003 Toyota Tacoma5 campaigns 2003 Toyota 4RUNNER3 campaigns 2003 Toyota Matrix3 campaigns

2003 Toyota Prius recall questions

How many recalls does the 2003 Toyota Prius have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2003 Toyota Prius. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2003 Toyota Prius?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology