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849 reportsClear category filter100 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
MY WIFE AND I PURCHASED A 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS (NEW) IN JULY, 2009. WE HAVE DRIVEN IT SLIGHTLY MORE THAN 8,000 MILES. I HAVE TWO SAFETY RELATED COMPLAINTS TO REPORT WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM: COMPLAINT #1 - SEVERAL TIMES (PERHAPS 10-15) WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES AFTER COASTING A SHORT DISTANCE AS I PREPARE TO STOP, I HAVE MOMENTARI…
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MY WIFE AND I PURCHASED A 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS (NEW) IN JULY, 2009. WE HAVE DRIVEN IT SLIGHTLY MORE THAN 8,000 MILES. I HAVE TWO SAFETY RELATED COMPLAINTS TO REPORT WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM: COMPLAINT #1 - SEVERAL TIMES (PERHAPS 10-15) WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES AFTER COASTING A SHORT DISTANCE AS I PREPARE TO STOP, I HAVE MOMENTARILY LOST ALL BRAKING. IT FEELS AS IF I HAVE HIT A PATCH OF GLARE ICE WITH ALL FOUR WHEELS. IT ALWAYS HAPPENS THE MOMENT I FIRST APPLY THE BRAKES, AND THEN AFTER A MOMENT (PERHAPS A SECOND OR LESS) THE BRAKING SYSTEM RETURNS TO NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THAT BRIEF TIME THERE IS NO BRAKING ACTION AT ALL. COMPLAINT #2 - SEVERAL TIMES (PERHAPS 8-10) WHEN TAKING THE CAR FROM "PARK" TO "REVERSE" TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS SO SENSITIVE THAT IT IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO CONTROL THE CAR'S SPEED. THE BRAKE PEDAL HAS NEARLY NO "PLAY" OR "FEEL" TO IT, CAUSING THE CAR TO JERK TO A STOP WHEN THE SLIGHTEST PRESSURE IS APPLIED. THIS RESULTS IN A PATTERN OF "COAST A FEW FEET AND JERK TO A STOP, COAST A FEW FEET AND JERK TO A STOP", REPEATED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE BACKING UP THE NECESSARY 30 +/- FEET. I DON'T RECALL EVER EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM WHILE MOVING FORWARD. SINCE I HAVE EXPERIENCED EACH OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THESE PAST SEVEN MONTHS, THE "APPROXIMATE INCIDENT DATE" BELOW IS ARBITRARY. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304265
3,820 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I HAD TROUBLE BRAKING MY 2010 PRIUS--WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES AND WENT OVER A BUMP AT THE SAME TIME THE CAR SPED UP INSTEAD OF STOPPING. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304263
600 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I HAVE A 2010 PRIUS THAT IS NOW ABOUT SIX MONTHS OLD. I THOUGHT I WAS NUTS WHEN I DESCRIBED TO MY WIFE THE INCIDENT OF BRAKING OVER A MANHOLE COVER AND FEELING THE CAR SEEM TO SLIP AND JERK FORWARD FOR A SECOND. SEEING AN ARTICLE AT CNN.COM THIS MORNING CAUSED ME TO WRITE AS THIS APPEARS TO BE AN ISSUE. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304255
6,000 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
MY WIFE AND I HAVE BOTH EXPERIENCED RARE BUT SCARY BRAKING IN OUR NEW 2010 PRIUS. UNDER THE RIGHT CONDITIONS THERE IS A DEFINITE LAG (LESS THAT TWO SECONDS)BETWEEN APPLICATION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND WHEN THE BRAKES ACTUALLY ENGAGE. I SUSPECT AN ELECTRONIC PROBLEM IS NOT TELLING THE ELECTRIC TRACTION MOTOR TO SHUT OFF FAST ENOUG…
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MY WIFE AND I HAVE BOTH EXPERIENCED RARE BUT SCARY BRAKING IN OUR NEW 2010 PRIUS. UNDER THE RIGHT CONDITIONS THERE IS A DEFINITE LAG (LESS THAT TWO SECONDS)BETWEEN APPLICATION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND WHEN THE BRAKES ACTUALLY ENGAGE. I SUSPECT AN ELECTRONIC PROBLEM IS NOT TELLING THE ELECTRIC TRACTION MOTOR TO SHUT OFF FAST ENOUGH DURING THESE BRAKING EVENTS, SO THE CAR IS BRAKING AGAINST ITS TRACTION MOTOR WHICH IS STILL PUSHING THE CAR. WE'VE ATTEMPTED TO PINPOINT THE CONDITIONS WHEN THIS UNUSUAL BRAKING BEHAVIOR OCCURS AND HERE IS OUR BEST DESCRIPTION: 1. HAPPENS WHEN ONE FRONT WHEEL HITS A SLICK SPOT LIKE A WET MANHOLE COVER OR STORM GRATE DURING BRAKING AND THE ABS CUTS IN 2. IT HAPPENS DURING BRAKING ON VERY BUMPY ROADS ESPECIALLY IN TIGHT CORNERS WHERE TRACTION MAY BE LOST MOMENTARILY ON BRAKING CAUSING THE ABS SYSTEM TO CUT IN. 3. IT HAPPENS AT RELATIVELY LOW SPEEDS BELOW 25MPG AND WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IN NOT PRESSED AND USUALLY WHEN THE TRACTION MOTOR IS RUNNING. WE DRIVE TWO OTHER CARS (NON-HYBRID)OVER THE SAME ROADS IN SIMILAR CONDITIONS AND DON'T EXPERIENCE THESE BRAKING ANOMALIES. THE TOYOTA DEALER CAN'T IDENTIFY A PROBLEM. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304245
Mileage unknown · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I PURCHASED A 2010 PRIUS IN AUGUST 09 AND HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THE CAR "LURCHES" FORWARD WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON A BUMPY SURFACE. I WAS FORTUNATE ON A NUMBER OF OCCASIONS THAT THERE WAS DISTANCE BETWEEN ME AND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. AFTER 3 OR 4 OCCASIONS OF EXPERIENCING THIS, I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEA…
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I PURCHASED A 2010 PRIUS IN AUGUST 09 AND HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THE CAR "LURCHES" FORWARD WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON A BUMPY SURFACE. I WAS FORTUNATE ON A NUMBER OF OCCASIONS THAT THERE WAS DISTANCE BETWEEN ME AND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. AFTER 3 OR 4 OCCASIONS OF EXPERIENCING THIS, I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP IN OCT TO HAVE THEM CHECK IT OUT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE BRAKES WERE FINE, NOTHING SHOWED UP IN COMPUTER ELECTRONICS AND THERE WERE NO RECALLS. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO LEARN HOW TO DRIVE A HYBRID AND ONLY DRIVE ON SMOOTH SURFACES! WHAT CITY HAS SMOOTH ROADS WITH NO SEAMS OR BUMPY SURFACES ON IT. IT CONTINUED TO HAPPEN SO I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP A WEEK LATER AND WAS TOLD THAT IF I COULD RECREATE THE PROBLEM THE SHOP FOREMAN WOULD GO OUT FOR A TEST DRIVE WITH ME. RECREATING THE PROBLEM IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE. I AM A REALTOR AND MY LIVELIHOOD DEPENDS ON MY HAVING A RELIABLE CAR. I AM NERVOUS DRIVING MY CAR AND FIND THAT I DRIVE ALWAYS ANTICIPATING THAT I AM GOING TO HAVE A BRAKE PROBLEM...THIS IS NOT A SAFE WAY TO DRIVE. THE PROBLEM CONTINUES AND I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING MY VEHICLE. I AM HAPPY TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE LOOKING INTO IT. ALSO, CHECK OUT THE PRIUS CHAT ROOM FOR MORE COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE BRAKING PROBLEM. THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR INVESTIGATIVE WORK. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304241
1,000 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I HAVE A 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS IV. ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS, WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HIT A POTHOLE, THE CAR'S BRAKES SEEMED TO HAVE STOPPED WORKING FOR 1-3 SECONDS. IT FELT AS IF I LIFTED MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT I WAS PRESSING IT ABOUT 1/3 OF THE WAY DOWN. THIS INCREASED MY BRAKING DISTANCE SUBSTANTIALLY. LUC…
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I HAVE A 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS IV. ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS, WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HIT A POTHOLE, THE CAR'S BRAKES SEEMED TO HAVE STOPPED WORKING FOR 1-3 SECONDS. IT FELT AS IF I LIFTED MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT I WAS PRESSING IT ABOUT 1/3 OF THE WAY DOWN. THIS INCREASED MY BRAKING DISTANCE SUBSTANTIALLY. LUCKILY THERE WAS NO CAR OR PEDESTRIAN IN FRONT OF ME. IF THERE WAS ONE, I WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT THEM. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304237
Mileage unknown · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
INFREQUENTLY, BUT REPEATEDLY, WHILE BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE BRAKES ON MY 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS WILL BRIEFLY CUT OUT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE CAR WILL OFTEN SEEM TO SURGE FORWARD FOR THE BRIEFLY PERIOD; IT IS HARD TO TELL IF THIS IS SIMPLY A PERIOD OF DISCONTINUED DECELERATION, OR IN FACT A BRIEF BURST OF ACCELERATION. IN OVER SEVEN…
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INFREQUENTLY, BUT REPEATEDLY, WHILE BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE BRAKES ON MY 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS WILL BRIEFLY CUT OUT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE CAR WILL OFTEN SEEM TO SURGE FORWARD FOR THE BRIEFLY PERIOD; IT IS HARD TO TELL IF THIS IS SIMPLY A PERIOD OF DISCONTINUED DECELERATION, OR IN FACT A BRIEF BURST OF ACCELERATION. IN OVER SEVEN MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP, THIS HAS OCCURRED AT LEAST 10 TIMES, BUT CERTAINLY LESS THAN 50. IT TYPICALLY SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN TRAVELING ON WET ROADS (I LIVE IN SEATTLE) OR AFTER SUDDEN CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF THE ROAD (I.E. A POT HOLE OR CHANGE OF ROAD SURFACE HEIGHT/TYPE). SO FAR THIS HAS NOT RESULTED IN ANY INJURY OR CRASH, BUT IS CONCERNING. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304228
3,000 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I PURCHASED A TOYOTA PRIUS 2010 IN OCTOBER LAST YEAR. I HAVE HAD ONE BRAKING FAILURE INCIDENT WHEN THE CAR FAILED TO BRAKE AS I WAS APPROACHING A STOP STREET. THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND AND THEN A FEW SECONDS LATER KICKED IN AND THE CAR CAME TO A SLOW STOP. I HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED ABOUT 6 INCIDENTS WHERE MY CAR ACCELERATED WHILE…
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I PURCHASED A TOYOTA PRIUS 2010 IN OCTOBER LAST YEAR. I HAVE HAD ONE BRAKING FAILURE INCIDENT WHEN THE CAR FAILED TO BRAKE AS I WAS APPROACHING A STOP STREET. THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND AND THEN A FEW SECONDS LATER KICKED IN AND THE CAR CAME TO A SLOW STOP. I HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED ABOUT 6 INCIDENTS WHERE MY CAR ACCELERATED WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. THESE INCIDENTS OCCURRED WHEN I TRAVELED OVER A BUMP OR VARIANCE IN THE ROAD. I HAVE SCHEDULED A SERVICE SO THAT TOYOTA CAN REVIEW THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN MY CAR. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304226
800 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
WE OWN A 2010 PRIUS AND SEVERAL TIMES SINCE WE PURCHASED IT IN NOVEMBER 2009 WE HAVE NOTICED ISSUES WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM. ON EACH OCCASION WE WERE DRIVING OVER AN UNEVEN OR SLIPPERY SURFACE (E.G., POTHOLES, ICY MANHOLE COVERS) AND WHEN THE BRAKE WAS PRESSED IT DIDN'T IMMEDIATELY ENGAGE OR CATCH. RATHER, THE BRAKES ENGAGED A…
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WE OWN A 2010 PRIUS AND SEVERAL TIMES SINCE WE PURCHASED IT IN NOVEMBER 2009 WE HAVE NOTICED ISSUES WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM. ON EACH OCCASION WE WERE DRIVING OVER AN UNEVEN OR SLIPPERY SURFACE (E.G., POTHOLES, ICY MANHOLE COVERS) AND WHEN THE BRAKE WAS PRESSED IT DIDN'T IMMEDIATELY ENGAGE OR CATCH. RATHER, THE BRAKES ENGAGED AFTER THE CAR PASSED THE SLIPPERY OR BUMPY SURFACE. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO RESULT IN AN ACCELERATION (OR PERHAPS SLOWER DECELERATION) WHEN ONE STEPS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. ON AT LEAST ONE OCCASION, AN INDICATOR LIGHT ON THE DASH DISPLAY LIT UP. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304225
5,000 miles · Feb 3, 2010
Service Brakes, HydraulicCrash
MULTIPLE EVENTS/FAILURES, HERE IS A SUMMARY: 1) WHILE BRAKING OVER ROUGHER ROAD CONDITIONS -- NOT POTHOLES, BUT REGULAR ROUGHNESS/BUMPS IN ROADS -- BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY MOMENTARILY NO LONGER FUNCTION/GO OUT. AS SOON AS YOU RETURN TO SMOOTH ROAD SURFACES, THE PROBLEM CORRECTS ITSELF. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, T…
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MULTIPLE EVENTS/FAILURES, HERE IS A SUMMARY: 1) WHILE BRAKING OVER ROUGHER ROAD CONDITIONS -- NOT POTHOLES, BUT REGULAR ROUGHNESS/BUMPS IN ROADS -- BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY MOMENTARILY NO LONGER FUNCTION/GO OUT. AS SOON AS YOU RETURN TO SMOOTH ROAD SURFACES, THE PROBLEM CORRECTS ITSELF. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, THE DEALERSHIP WITH WHOM I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE WERE UNAWARE OF THE PROBLEM WHEN I CALLED THEM, EVEN THOUGHT IT HAS BEEN DISCUSSED IN THE NATIONAL NEWS. 2) BRAKE MALFUNCTION ON SLIPPERY ROADS. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND GOING VERY SLOW, LEAVING MORE THAN ENOUGH SPACE TO STOP FROM THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I APPROACHED A RED LIGHT AND LIGHTLY APPLIED THE BRAKES. HAVING PLENTY OF SPACE TO STOP, I REALIZED THAT MY CAR WAS NOT SLOWING AS IT SHOULD. REGARDLESS OF THE PRESSURE APPLIED THERE WAS NO CHANGE. I ENDED UP STOPPING BY REARENDING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. THE DAMAGE WAS MINIMAL, BUT SCARY NONETHELESS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10304196
Official recalls
10Oct 4, 2018
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0V. Note: The software updates in this recall are needed even if the vehicle had the software previously updated under recalls 14V-053 or 15V-449.
Jun 30, 2016
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Toyota Prius, 2010 and 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, and 2011-2012 Lexus CT200h vehicles. A weld in the curtain shield air bag inflator may crack causing one or both portions of the inflator to eject into the passenger cabin.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If either portion of the curtain shield air bag inflator ejects into the passenger cabin, there is an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install retention brackets to the curtain shield air bags, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota Customer Service Department at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is Toyota G0U, and Lexus GLJ.
Jun 2, 2016
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
Nov 19, 2014
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Feb 12, 2014
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power allowing it to only drive a short distance.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the vehicle receives updated software, the dealer will repair or replace the inverter assembly with a new one at no charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power allowing it to only drive a short distance.
Consequence: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the vehicle receives updated software, the dealer will repair or replace the inverter assembly with a new one at no charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Electrical System:software
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power allowing it to only drive a short distance.
Consequence: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. The hybrid system could also shut down completely resulting in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the vehicle receives updated software, the dealer will repair or replace the inverter assembly with a new one at no charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Jun 5, 2013
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Prius vehicles manufactured March 31, 2009, through October 9, 2009; and model year 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured June 19, 2009, through October 9, 2009. Nitrogen gas from a component of the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: As nitrogen is released into the brake fluid, the brake pedal may have reduced hydraulic pressure. Under certain circumstances, this condition could affect stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake booster pump assemblies. The recall began on August 7, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Jan 16, 2013
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
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Seats
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
Consequence: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control MODULE-INACTIVE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
Consequence: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
Feb 9, 2010
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS AND LEXUS HS250H PASSENGER VEHICLES. CUSTOMERS HAVE EXPERIENCED INCONSISTENT BRAKE FEEL AFTER ABS ACTUATION DURING SLOW AND STEADY APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES ON ROUGH OR SLICK ROAD SURFACES. STOPPING DISTANCES MAY BE INCREASED COMPARED WITH A CUSTOMER'S EXPECTATION FOR A GIVEN PEDAL FORCE.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES MAY INCREASE RELATIVE TO A CUSTOMER'S EXPECTATION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REWRITE THE PROGRAMMING OF THE ABS CONTROL UNIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2010, AND IS EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN LATE MARCH 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 AND LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Feb 3, 2010
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
Feb 3, 2010
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
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NHTSA investigations
4DP23005 · Brake Actuator Valve Wear
Opened Nov 22, 2023 · No close date supplied
Status: open (inferred from source dates) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received a petition dated September 19, 2023 from the owner of a 2012 Toyota Prius V requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP19-004. In the letter, the petitioner reported experiencing an unexpected and complete loss of brake power while driving, accompanied by multiple dashboard warning lights. This petition is based on the petitioner's direct experience and assessment that ODI closed DP19-004 because its prompting petition was withdrawn by that petitioner. ODI will review the work conducted during DP19-004 and a review of any additional related complaints and crashes via a new defect petition The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number:11553736.
Additional source detail variants (2)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received a petition dated September 19, 2023 from the owner of a 2012 Toyota Prius V requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP19-004. In the letter, the petitioner reported experiencing an unexpected and complete loss of brake power while driving, accompanied by multiple dashboard warning lights. This petition is based on the petitioner's direct experience and assessment that ODI closed DP19-004 because its prompting petition was withdrawn by that petitioner. ODI will review the work conducted during DP19-004 and a review of any additional related complaints and crashes via a new defect petition The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number:11553736.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received a petition dated September 19, 2023 from the owner of a 2012 Toyota Prius V requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP19-004. In the letter, the petitioner reported experiencing an unexpected and complete loss of brake power while driving, accompanied by multiple dashboard warning lights. This petition is based on the petitioner's direct experience and assessment that ODI closed DP19-004 because its prompting petition was withdrawn by that petitioner. ODI will review the work conducted during DP19-004 and a review of any additional related complaints and crashes via a new defect petition The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number:11553736.
DP22005 · Pedestrian Alert Sounds
Opened Jan 27, 2023 · Closed Aug 7, 2023
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Electrical System:propulsion System
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.
DP19004 · Brake Actuator Valve Wear
Opened Sep 30, 2019 · Closed Jan 21, 2021
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
On September 19, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a defect petition from Mr. Roger Hogan requesting that the Agency investigate and recall certain Toyota Prius, Prius PHV, Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles for a brake actuator valve wear condition covered under Toyota Customer Support Programs ZJB and ZKK (subject CSP?s). In support of his request, the petitioner identified 117 NHTSA complaints allegedly related to the subject CSP condition, including 60 reporting crashes. On September 30, 2019, ODI opened Defect Petition DP19-004 to evaluate the petitioner?s request for an investigation. In August 2020, the petitioner notified the Agency that he was withdrawing his petition. Because the petitioner has withdrawn the petition, we are denying the petition as moot and no further analysis of this petition is necessary.NHTSA is authorized to issue an order requiring notification and remedy of a defect if the Agency?s investigation shows a defect in the design, construction, or performance of a motor vehicle that presents an unreasonable risk to safety. 49 U.S.C. ?? 30102(a)(9), 30118. Because the petitioner has with withdrawn the petition, the petition is denied as moot. This action does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist. The Agency notes that it is not required to receive a defect petition prior to opening a defect investigation and will take further action if warranted by future circumstances.
PE10006 · Braking Performance, Hybrid Vehicle
Opened Feb 3, 2010 · Closed Jul 12, 2010
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module ; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:hydraulic
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
Additional source detail variants (7)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:hydraulic
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The subject vehicles are the first model year of a new design generation of the Prius model line.The vehicles are powered by a hybrid drive system that uses both a regenerative braking system, which converts vehicle momentum into electrical energy to be stored in onboard batteries, and a hydraulic brake system more typical of the brake system used on non-hybrid vehicles.As is the case for other similarly designed hybrid vehicles the interaction and management of the two braking systems during ABS braking is complex and requires a sophisticated control system.In a February 9, 2010 Defect Information Report, Toyota advised the agency of its plans to conduct a safety recall to address inconsistent brake feel and increased stopping distances that may occur during braking events requiring ABS operation, such as would occur when braking on rough or low friction road surfaces.Toyota will reprogram the ABS control unit with improved software that addresses this condition.Based on Toyota's action the investigation is closed. ODI will continue to monitor the subject vehicles' performance and will take further action as future circumstances dictate.
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