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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2007 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch
76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
105000 mi
US $225
Front brake rotors had become rusty and pads were somewhat worn. Brakes had become noisy. I replaced brake rotors and pads on both front wheels.
144000 mi
Simply put, electrical braking system failed. Mechanical (gas engine driven) braking system was operational.
102000 mi
US $188
R & R of pads and front rotors
139000 mi
US $300
Making noises like grinding with very little warning. Almost want to "lock up" with very little pressure. Definitely in need of repair and I will update with actual repairs and costs. Still haven't repaired brakes because they seem fine except when there is percipatation such as rain or snow.
Slight knocking sound heard as car move forward with steering at full left lock. Front disc brake backing plate found to be loose. Mechanic removed and reinstalled the plate, once it was tightly attached the problem appeared solved.
220000 mi
US $350
Replaced the rear brake assembly, both wheel cylinders and drums
113000 mi
Need to replace front brakes
114000 mi
US $334
Install new front brake pads & rotors. Check, clean & adjust rears. Rotate tires.
143000 mi
US $300
Abs light. A mouse had chewed through the wires to the RF wheel speed sensor! Reconnected and works now.
15000 mi
Brake actuator squeak covered by TSB.
67500 mi
£50
Loud squeaking noise from front right wheel. Diagnosed as sticking brake caliiper. Cleaned and lubricated.
30000 mi
Noise with braking system. Was thought to be actuator brake system, due to clicking noise upon braking. It turned out to be a leaking brake fluid problem, and bleeding the brake line turned out to solve the problem.
41000 mi
US $37
Brake actuator replaced because of Sea Barking noise occasionally heard. Toyota TSB found on issue and repair requested prior to warranty ending. Toyota claims this is not a safety issue just an annoying noise.
135700 mi
US $450
Brakes were wearing unevenly. Dealer replaced brake pads and cut rotors. Left side pad was stuck in caliper bracket.
51340 mi
A $500
unknown problem with ABS
67000 mi
Brake Actuator developed noise. Replaced under Toyota ExtraCare warranty. Cost to Toyota including parts/labour was $2550.
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