What can go wrong with a hybrid?
The most well-known hybrid car problem involves the battery. Hybrid cars rely on large, rechargeable batteries to power their electric motor. These batteries can degrade or fail over time. Battery issues can lead to decreased fuel efficiency, slower performance, and, ultimately, the inability to start the car. Over time, individual cells in your hybrid battery can lose capacity unevenly. This causes reduced range, warning lights, and performance dips. We’ve seen this in many hybrid vehicles after 100,000+ miles.