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Toyota Prius Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2012 Toyota Prius
Engine not specified
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 24000 | 0 | brakes making a ticking noise. they haven't been able to resolve it |
2012 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 3000 | 0 | The car had a "clunky" feel in the steering from new. It was only noticeable when moving the steering wheel large amounts at rest, and parking lot speed. The steering intermediate shaft was replaced, fixing the problem. Rough U-joint. |
| Mar | 2013 | 9000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 10000 | 0 | a piece of wire/cord was showing through on the drivers side cushion bottom |
| Toyota Prius in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 23300 | 0 | system displays an KEY NOT FOUND error when rear hatch is lifted while car is running. Opted to live with it until dealer updates software. |
| Mar | 2013 | 25000 | 0 | Front power outlet stopped working. Will wait until next Dealer-paid oil change to repair. |
2011 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 4300 | 0 | Rattling sound driving over bumps and potholes. |
| Nov | 2011 | 11000 | 0 | T-SB-0136-11 Installed rubber bushing. |
| Nov | 2012 | 26300 | 0 | While braking and hitting a bump or pothole vehicle serges forward |
| Dec | 2012 | 27000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Malaysia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 4960 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 8680 | 0 | Rattling noise for steering shaft, driver's door rattling noise, spoiler rattling noise |
| Mar | 2012 | 13020 | 90 | Replaced steering column shaft - design fault. Fixed rattling noises - dashboard, center console. |
| Aug | 2012 | 21440 | 0 | Spoiler rattling noises-Partially fixed. Accelerate and smell went into cabin-Not fixed. FL suspension link noise-Replaced. Center console cover noises-Awaiting parts. |
| Nov | 2012 | 25420 | 180 | Noise heard when go over bump |
| Apr | 2013 | 31620 | 489 | Thud felt when turning |
| Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Rough start after cold soak per TSB |
| Dec | 2012 | 19000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Noise coming from below the shift stick. The problem is located near a seam where the plastic meets. When this area is pressed the noise stops. Still makes noise after 2 visits. Same as previous problem. Was corrected this time. |
| Mar | 2013 | 9000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | had the dealer change the auto-off headlights from 30 seconds to 0 seconds. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 10000 | 0 | interior is full of rattles, plastic pieces all rub together and squeak and rattle everytime I drive the car brake pedal has to be pushed down way too far before the cruise control will cancel, dealer refuses to adjust it because they say if they do the brake light might come on too soon. I have owned and driven too many cars with CC to believe that. intermittent loss of braking at low speed over rough roads. occasionally brakes fail for about 1 second when braking on rough surfaces at speeds below 15 MPH |
| Dec | 2011 | 54000 | 0 | Engine under cover broke before 36k, common problem with 2010 Prius. Broke before TSB 0032-11 came out, which calls for replacement of defective cover with new type. Toyota refused to cover since I'm now at 54k. |
| Jan | 2012 | 56000 | 0 | Motor mount replaced under T-SB-0204-11 to fix vibration. The new motor mount seems to have made things worse instead of better. Gas struts that hold the hatch open quit working when weather was cold causing me to bump my head on the hatch. Both struts replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 5000 | 0 | Center armrest console cover: latch broke; would not lock in place. Not a huge deal, but a little disconcerting when it would slide back and forth. |
| Mar | 2012 | 23000 | 0 | engine splash guard had come loose and was hanging. Dealer resecured it. |
| Aug | 2012 | 24700 | 312 | 12 volt battery died |
| Mar | 2013 | 29000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | Bad relay causing parking lock failure warning message intermittently. Lock did not actually fail. Relay was replaced by the dealer. |
| Mar | 2013 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 17000 | 0 | Navigation system frequently displays 'no navigation dvd:insert disc', although disc has never been removed by me. Dealer stated that they removed smudges on disc, but if it recurs, they would replace navi system. Broken lid on center console, which was replaced. Part ordered arrived on Monday morning, before I picked up the vehicle, so they replaced it before I arrived. Warranty issue. Center Console lid replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | 27000 | 0 | Navigation system stops seeing disc. |
| Nov | 2011 | 71000 | 0 | Window switch replaced, as the auto-up/auto down function was broken. |
| Jun | 2012 | 82000 | 0 | Replaced VVTI Gear for $2800 (Extended Warranty covered 100%). But noticed large amount of carbon deposits. My mileage has dropped to 32mpg from my previous average of 55-58. |
2009.5 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Blu-Logic problem with reception clarity. Adjustments were made to the microphone. I was told if this did not work contact Toyota. It did not work. I am now waiting to hear back from Toyota. |
| Mar | 2012 | 6000 | 0 | Cont.on unsuccessful repair in December 2011. Met with Toyota service rep. Afterward Toyota said the Blu-Logic is within specs, and works as designed. El Cajon Toyota made a Blu-Logic manufactures recommended repair. Repair did not work. |
| May | 2012 | 8000 | 0 | The Blu-Logic problem is over. Not from Toyota, but my dealer El Cajon Toyota, refunding 75% of price. Even though El Cajon Service, the Blu-Logic Tech, and all the people I called said the calls sounded terrible. Toyota insisted No problem |
| Toyota Prius in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 56000 | 0 | Play in steering column, most noticable when stationary but slightly noticeable as a clunk over low speed bumps. |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 13300 | 0 | The anti-skid light would sometimes come on when we were going over bumpy roads. This seemed to create a lag in our braking. The technician said that he would reflash the brake system per a TSB. |
| Dec | 2012 | 60000 | 16 | Service engine light went on. A scan indicated that the number 4 cylinder was misfiring. Ordered a used ignition coil from eBay and that fixed the problem. Note that a new ignition coil goes for over $100 plus mechanic's labor cost. |
| Mar | 2013 | 66000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 5000 | 0 | Some problems w/brakes not "taking" when pressed. Concerned since the 2010 model was recalled for that. Dealer checked out for free; explained how ABS and regular brakes worked together. |
| Dec | 2012 | 18000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 6000 | 50 | Intermittant problems with gas tank. Unable at times to fill tank completely with gas. Toyota says it's an 11.9 gallon tank, but I can never fill it up that much even when I drive on empty for 50 miles. |
| Nov | 2010 | 42000 | 400 | Tank - reset bladder tank |
| Toyota Prius in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | Made a panic stop, then the abs,vsc, and brake lights came on would not go off. Dealer could not find anything wrong and reset. |
| May | 2012 | 81000 | 0 | Bad left front wheel bearing. No cost as I purchased extended warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 101000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 31000 | 0 | Front Head lamp would let water in |
| Dec | 2012 | 88000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | aux port alternator whine TSB to install noise filter behind aux port. |
| Sep | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | FOB button stuck TSB for gas pedal reshaping. |
| Mar | 2013 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 10000 | 186 | Tire Pressure Sensor (valve Stem Broke) Causing flat tire. |
| Dec | 2009 | 42000 | 95 | RH headlight goes off and on. |
| Feb | 2010 | 44000 | 54 | Leveling Sensor Linkage worn causing squeaking in back of car. Rh head lite out and the lh off and on out. Non dealer said it was the controller. the dealer said it was just the bulbs and replaced both. |
| Jun | 2012 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 1000 | 0 | Defective speaker in front door, replaced. |
| Apr | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 10000 | 25 | 2 12v outlets and driver's side vanity light dead and 10K service. |
| Dec | 2007 | 10000 | 0 | both 12V power outlets dead. They said it was fixed same day but didn't inform me it was ready until 11AM next day. |
| Jun | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | Electric motor in Hybrid system seems weak. Less resistance than when new, lower gas mileage than when new. |
| Mar | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | Buzz in audio when charging and playing i-pod. Parts arrived the following week and were promptly installed with satisfactory results |
| Jul | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | Interior hatch panel just popped off as I attempted to close hatch by gripping indented handhold an pulled down, as I have many times in the past. Plastic pins just popped out. |
| Apr | 2012 | 73000 | 210 | Outside bottom window seal detached from trim allowing water to flow freely into door. Replacement cost was expensive but replacement was less than two hours without appointment @ Champion Toyota in south Austin, Texas. May 2012 not April. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | Passenger seat squeaking. Fixed under warranty by adding some foam cushion. |
| Sep | 2009 | 51000 | 0 | HID bulbs on 2007 are a problem. Replaced under good will warranty. But am worried issue is with the computer, not the bulbs themselves. Toyota needs to have a consistent policy to deal with this. |
| Dec | 2009 | 55000 | 0 | Radio -- volume control knob was working intermittently. Second time I've had radio replaced (first time was for tuning knob breaking off). Replaced this time under extended warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 23000 | 0 | Screen has gone out on several occassions, mostly when really hot outside. Screen replaced by dealer. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 4000 | 0 | Rear stereo speakers never worked; repair was fixing a loose speaker wire. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 6000 | 0 | Left rear passenger seat does not lock into place. Service Mgr could not get it locked into place either. When I picked up the car, I was told by him that the Service Tech said I needed to "slam" it harder. However, the right rear seat does not need t |
| Sep | 2007 | 22000 | 0 | Car started making a "flapping" sound in the front left panel, possibly near the left wheel. Sound only heard above 45mph, especially noticeable on the fwy. It started out occassionally and inconsistently, but eventually became louder and more noticeabl |
| Jan | 2008 | 33000 | 0 | Problem 1: Brake actuator makes squeaking noise when brake pedal depressed, but dealer could not duplicate problem. TBS issued for Brake actuator, but not covered after 36K miles. Problem |
| Oct | 2008 | 48000 | 85 | Car makes an ANNOYING rattling sound in mid-dash area, above the MFD screen. Mechanics admit hearing rattling, but unsure of exact problem. They would need the car for another whole day to rip out the dash and see if they could diagnose & repair rattle. |
| May | 2010 | 85000 | 330 | Needed new H20 pump. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 39000 | 0 | Poor MPG 42 |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2006 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 5000 | 50 | Tire press. light came on while driving, stopped and put air in and tried to reset but the light did not go off. More user error- I didn't hold the set button down long enough and they put in a little more air. |
| Dec | 2009 | 36000 | 133 | suddenly could not start car, but they could with my other key and reprogrammed the car, something about the immobilizer. |
| Dec | 2011 | 52000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 32000 | 0 | Vehicle went completely dead in my driveway, was towed to the dealership, and the 12 volt battery was replaced. I had noted and reported an odor of something burning coming from the hood area which the dealer could not confirm. While driving the same d |
| Sep | 2009 | 63000 | 498 | Grinding type noise noted when gas engine engaged. |
| May | 2010 | 76000 | 1050 | R&R Compressor Assy |
| Oct | 2012 | 113000 | 480 | Headlamps out of adjustment.R&R Headlight Level Sensor sub assembly |
| Mar | 2013 | 120000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 38000 | 0 | Brake adjustment, balance tires and oil change |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2007 | 39000 | 0 | The HID headlamp self-levelling system went "default", warning light came on - one wire had chafed, was replaced under warrantee. |
| Sep | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2006 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 35000 | 0 | Window visors no longer held position when swung side to side. |
| Feb | 2009 | 60000 | 0 | TSB for brake actuator squeak noise while stopped. No problems with braking performance. |
| Feb | 2011 | 98000 | 0 | Engine water pump weeping coolant- was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 117000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2006 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 47000 | 290 | Deeply pitted corrosion on rotors requiring replacement. |
| Aug | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2005 | 164 | AC Condenser leak | |
| Dec | 2007 | 105000 | 42 | Hydraulic squeak in right front of Prius when brake depressed. Required bleeding the right front caliper. Note: the dealer wanted to do a full front brake job (pads & rotors) for over $450. None of that work was required. |
| Apr | 2010 | 172000 | 0 | Classic 2004 MFD failure. Repair requires dash removal, MFD removal (with minor dis-assembly) and re-soldering connector pin 60 connection. Instructions at: http://www.techno-fandom.org/~hobbit/cars/mfd/ $3000 if Dealer did the work! |
| May | 2010 | 173000 | 82 | CD player rejecting most CDs. Replaced unit with one salvaged from a 2006 Prius. Part came from AutoBeYours.com |
| Aug | 2010 | 180000 | 952 | Deferred Maintenance of the front Struts. Replaced both struts and upper mounts at my local gas station (not hybrid related so dealer not required) Diagnose periodic "clunk" in steering column - $90. Parts ordered. Did ATF refresh (3rd time) - $100. Replaced upper steering Column unit! cost $800 + diag. Parts - $600 (Shaft assembly, Yoke sub assembly, Steering shaft 1) Labor $180 |
| Apr | 2011 | 196000 | 2000 | HV battery failed at 194k miles. High RPM when accelerating. SOC fluctuated rapidly. MPG OK. Later the dashboard lit up - P0A80 code. ReInVolt (NC) supplied a refurbished battery for $1600 to my Dealer (CT) who installed it for $400. |
| Nov | 2011 | 211000 | 250 | The Salvage Stereo installed previously became intermittent (CD skipped tracks). Had a local Stereo shop install a Pioneer Stereo for $250. Works much better than the OE in all respects, but gave up the steering and MFD control functions. |
| Dec | 2011 | 213000 | 170 | The 12v battery was finally showing it's age. Replaced it with an Optima Yellow-Top (with Japanese thin terminals). |
| Mar | 2013 | 237000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2005 | 0 | Replace hood latch | |
| Mar | 2007 | 38000 | 0 | Burned out L.E.D. "Headlights On" indicator light. Dealer quoted $542 to repair/replace. High cost due to labor of pulling dash. |
| Sep | 2007 | 45000 | 0 | Inverter Water Pump. Car not driveable. Parts had to be ordered. Took 2 days for parts to arrive and 1 day to install. |
| Apr | 2008 | 52000 | 67 | Defective Shade, driver's side. Would not stay up out of the way, could not push fully forward. Seam splitting. Replaced with new one. |
| Jan | 2011 | 82000 | 975 | Replaced both headlights, at $150 each, which required removal and replacement of front bumper for an additional $125 labor. Vacuum seal wouldn't close so had to be replaced. Parts and labor $550. |
| Mar | 2013 | 106000 | 400 | Gas engine water pump was considered leaking by the dealer. Not noticed by owner. |
| Toyota Prius in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2007 | 53000 | 0 | Dash on passenger side is warping and interferes with opening top of glovebox. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 49000 | 200 | Gear shift lever was binding and sounded like it was going to break. Shop said lever was bent behind dash. They fixed the lever and greased the rods. |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 100000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2007 | 109000 | 300 | Replace front brake pads |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Toyota Prius
Engine not specified
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 101000 | 3100 | Hybrid battery was leaking and past warranty. The warning lights,etc were the same as when the "throttle needing cleaning." Could they not have told me this before it was out of warranty? |
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan
70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 0 | ECU replaced under warranty. | |
| Oct | 2008 | 900 | codes: p0440 p0441 p0446 p0300 p0202 p0504. Diagnosed faulty coolant pump. Replaced. Bled. Unknown at to why they did not get this covered under hybrid systems warranty. | |
| Jun | 2009 | 550 | Replace front door lock motor. Replace 1 cylinder ignition coil. | |
| Mar | 2012 | 142600 | 70 | Engine was missing and running rough. Worse on wet days and when engine was warm. Problem was intermittent. Codes were random misfire on most cylinders. Codes P0300 P0302 P0303 P0304. It turned out to be one bad ignitor. One bolt to replace. |
| Mar | 2013 | 167400 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 134000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 160300 | 0 | Misfiring cylinder |
| Feb | 2013 | 176300 | 1200 | Catalytic converter |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 93000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 96000 | 250 | Problem was with hybrid battery and systems. Original warranty covered repair. Also replaced water pump (owner expense). |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 186000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 188000 | 650 | bad wheel bearing |
2002 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan
70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 144000 | 430 | Replace rear wheel bearings |
| Nov | 2011 | 171000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 21500 | main computer at 16,000 miles (very cold -25 degrees) replaced no problem. warranty No other problems / repairs | |
| Aug | 2009 | 155000 | 1100 | sensor, communication between motor and hybrid system brake pads |
| Mar | 2010 | 182000 | 640 | drum replaced Left front wheel bearing replaced. |
| Jul | 2010 | 194300 | 249 | wheel bearing front driver side, saved hub |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 168000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 185300 | 0 | Power Steering Problem, Power Assist disables itself, manual steering works fine. Driving car without power assist--not recommended. |
| Apr | 2011 | 202000 | 0 | Power steering out when traded. |
| Toyota Prius in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2003 | 0 | Replace charcoal canister (warranty) | |
| Feb | 2006 | 0 | Replace ECM (warranty) | |
| Sep | 2006 | 150 | Replace Crankshaft Position Sensor (warranty), replace weatherstripping in trunk | |
| Jan | 2008 | 900 | Replace Steering ECU and Steering Rack Assembly (covered under warranty), replace 4 tires, 4 wheel alignment, 90,000 mile service | |
| Aug | 2009 | 117000 | 1717 | Replace Hybrid Battery - 50/50 split of cost with dealer |
| May | 2010 | 129000 | 400 | wheel bearings (one wheel) |
| May | 2012 | 154500 | 650 | Front struts replaced |
| Aug | 2012 | 156300 | 1400 | Catalytic converter replacement |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Prius in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 130000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 130000 | 105 | The dealer cleaned the Mass Air Sensor to cure a stall-at-start-up problem that I used a work-around for 5 years to avoid (I shifted into Neutral after start-up and waited to hear a relay click before shifting into Drive). |
2001 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan
70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Prius in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 117000 | 1400 | Failed emissions test for ongoing problem with ECM that causes the cel to come on in cold temperatures. Initially diagnosed in December 2007, but the repair was expensive and only intermittent, so I held off. After I called for appointment for previously listed problem, CEL came on and stayed on despite warmer temps. Mechanic notes: FOUND 3 DIFFERENT CODES STORED IN THE ECM, ECM CODE, CODE P0171 FOR A MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR, ALSO FOUND A 300 MISFIRE ~CHECK THE A/C, C/S THE A/C IS INOP CUST GETS A/C RECHARGED AT THE LEAST ONCE A YEAR.`NO VISIBLE LEAKS FOUND WITHIN THE A/C SYSTEM. WILL NEED TO START BY EVAC AND RECHARGING THE SYSTEM (290.00), ONCE WE DO THIS, WE WILL ADD DYE TO THE SYSTEM TO... Wanted second quote for air conditioner and heater control problems. Mechanic gave estimate for a/c and suggested having Toyota fix the heater control problems as his price was not much less. Was told the entire dash panel would need to be replaced due to loose circuit board. Mechanic notes: INSPECT/DIAGNOSIS ~|~CHECK THE HEATER KNOB CANT SET THE FAN SPEED. Replaced ECM. They reviewed my service history and agreed to cover cost given I'd had almost all maintenance done @ a dealership. |
| Apr | 2010 | 118000 | 431 | Replaced Air Flow Sensor, $253 Repair CD Hinge Replace owner-supplied blower control assembly; $153 labor and $25 used part |
| Jun | 2010 | 120000 | 745 | Replaced a/c radiator/condenser |
| Aug | 2010 | 122000 | 91 | Replaced electrical relay for a/c (did not fix problem of green blinking light and a/c cutting out) |
| May | 2011 | 129000 | 125 | A/C system not blowing cold air. Was told coolant was low. Added dye to detect leak, but nothing visible. Leak is probably in the evaporator. Refilled coolant & suggested I come back in few weeks to see if anything has leaked out. |
| Jun | 2011 | 130000 | 0 | P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected Since spark plugs had been done one year ago, that was not suspected as the problem. May have been a loose gas cap. Code reset, will see if comes back on. |
| May | 2012 | 135000 | 30 | Car was parked for three months with parking brake on. When I initially tried to release the brake, it stuck but released after a few tries. Had the mechanic take a look just to be sure there was no damage. No repair was actually needed. AC problem when sold. |
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 140000 | 1000 | Inverter water pump failure. |
| Mar | 2013 | 190000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Prius in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 101000 | 600 | took car to dealership for loud sound coming from the wheels. Mechanic reported that right rear wheel had bad wheel bearing. I took it to a local mechanic (not dealer) hoping for a better price. He replaced the bearing. same price. Mechanic discovered that right rear strut is leaking. He advised me to check it again in 6 months and possibly replace then. The estimate is about $800 to fix. |
| May | 2011 | 110000 | 150 | AC stopped working, took it in, they said it probably just needed refrigerant; They added refrigerant (freon substitute); replaced the filthy AC filter and replaced the engine filter while they were at it (also filthy) |
| Sep | 2012 | 123000 | 400 | I got the triangle w/!, the car continued to function, I took it directly to my local shop, Ozzie's. Diagnosed (from the code) that the ignition coil was bad and needed to be replaced. They also replaced the spark plugs (1st time in yrs) |
| Oct | 2012 | 124000 | 0 | steering wheel was shaking a little during first turn of the day. I asked them to take a look when I took it in for the recall. Turns out my VIN was on a list, the replacement of the steering rack was covered by extended warranty - lucky! |
| Mar | 2013 | 132000 | 0 | check engine light came on, it turns out it was just the gas tank cap. I had driven to the desert and back the day before and probably the change in altitude going over the mountains affected it. It was on empty when the light came on. |
| Toyota Prius in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 192200 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 196540 | 1300 | front shock absorber worn out, two right side wheel bearing start making grinding sound after going thru a big pothole. Replaced both front shocks plus all 4 wheel bearings. |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Toyota Prius 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Toyota Prius in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 91000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 95000 | 890 | Got triangle warning/check engine lights. Dealer said it was engine startup/misfiring problem in the fuel injection system and they would have to replace gas tank, clean the (something)plate, replace the spark plugs, etc. |
| Oct | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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