2010 TOYOTA PRIUS Complaints

Brake system failure. ABS light / Brake Light / Traction Control light. There is a recall but expired. Code C1391 need to replace Brake Booster and Brake pump. Recall should have included my car. 1,500.00 plus parts only. recall should be extended.

The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front driver’s side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the traction control, brakes, the Pre-Collision System (PCS), and the ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the brake actuator and the brake booster to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the TSB: POL1803, however the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.

To submit a claim to the NHTSA regarding my 2010 Toyota Prius (VIN [XXX] ), I wish to highlight a concerning issue with the brake booster, actuator, and brake booster pump assemblies. This malfunction has the potential to lead to brake failures, posing a significant risk of collisions with other vehicles. The presence of a diagnostic trouble code (C1391) and the illumination of ABS, traction control, and exclamation symbol lights, coupled with an audible whirring sound during braking, underscore the confirmed nature of this problem. This whirring sound initially emerged a year ago, accompanied by temporary dashboard light activation, which eventually subsided, while the whirring sound has persisted. Toyota has initiated an extended warranty program labeled (ZJB), encompassing a span of 10 years from the initial usage date or until 150,000 miles are reached, whichever comes first. Regrettably, my vehicle's mileage has exceeded 182,000 miles over the stipulated 150,000-mile threshold, and its age surpasses 13 years, rendering it ineligible for inclusion in this program. The actions of Toyota appear to prioritize financial gains over the well-being and security of countless drivers and passengers who are potentially endangered by these defective brakes. Their stance is exemplified by the reluctance to offer a comprehensive solution. I find myself compelled to bear the burden of approximately $3,000 in brake-related expenses at dealerships—an unjust imposition on consumers, given Toyota's distribution of flawed components that jeopardize safety and lives. Toyota's response has been inadequate, limited to extending warranties and performing repairs solely on vehicles that have already experienced brake failures. This approach neglects the prevention of potential injuries or fatalities that could be averted through proactive measures, such as issuing a full-scale recall. In light of these circumstances, I am seeking redress through the app INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.

My brakes are not working effectively. They are not engaging as they are meant to.

Brake booster failed while driving. Warning light ABS, traction control and brake light lights up. Lost power brake. Car is hard to stop with the manual brake in the fail safe mode. with C1391 code logged. Toyota had an ZJB warranty extension but my car is not covered because the warning light did not show during the 10 year window. The brake booster fail appear common and should be cover by a recall instead of a warranty extension.

Brake system failure. ABS light / Brake Light / Traction Control light. Low mileage car. Likely the last Hybrid I would buy. $4000 to fix. Almost what I paid for the vehicle. There is a recall but expired. Should be by mileage not time!

Brakes take longer to apply with weird noise. There is a weird sound. Brakes are fine not worn. Mechanic says bad abs actuators which should not have failed since should last life of car. There was a recall on this but my car not in the vin search not sure why. All problems described in that recall is what I am experiencing.

There's existing problem right now in my vehicle that braking is less responsive and also the ABS, EMG brake lamps and Traction control lights are on the whole time on my dashboard. I took it to the mechanic and he found out that Theres a problem with the Brake Booster Pump Assembly which developed a crack inside the accumulator housing. As result nitrogen gas could leak into the brake fluid and gradually cause a loss of power assist. Under certain circumstances, this could affect stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.

Even though a related recall has already been performed 4 years ago, my vehicle is exhibiting the same brake safety symptoms: - 3 dashboard lights all illuminated: BRAKE, ABS, and traction control (anti-slip) - brake accumulator pump noise occurring at 5 second intervals - regenerative braking and ABS are non-functioning - error code C1391 appears via OBDII The above symptoms appeared two weeks ago (6/14/2023), and on 6/16 an independent service center that specializes in foreign vehicles (including Toyota) confirmed the symptoms and error code, and said that the vehicle is unsafe to drive due to impending brake system failure. Toyota dealer indicated newer brake system parts are available to address the issue, but would need to be installed at my cost. The symptoms appeared while driving the vehicle at freeway speeds commuting to/from work. The vehicle is available to be inspected, however, I have already scheduled a repair (at my cost) because we use it daily for work.

The break booster started making a noise and my car should have fallen into the range of the previous recall for the exact part. I cant afford to change it so I continue to drive it and all of sudden the breaks are so hard to push and a constant buzz is going off! Autozone confirmed it was the break booster ans abs then a private shop did also