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2012 Toyota Prius repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (1%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (11%)

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2012 Toyota Prius brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD

12000 mi Friction brake pads kicks in abruptly and disengages in split second. It felt like hitting a wall split second. 
16000 mi The master cylinder sensor error code found and the entire unit was replaced. 

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2012 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

249000 mi

US $212
Replaced rear pads and rotors 
155000 mi

US $1290
Replaced master cylinder assembly 
99000 mi

US $900
Rear brake calipers changed - one was stuck and the other one was leaking replaced rear brake pads and rotors 
77000 mi

US $4
Abs dashboard light came on as well as the tire pressure light. Added brake fluid. All dash lights are now normal 
51800 mi

US $300
Brakes squeak when the vehicle is going reverse. Will go to dealer to address problem. There is a TSB concerning this problem. T-SB-0248-12. Will update. 
24000 mi brakes making a ticking noise. they haven't been able to resolve it 
95000 mi

US $145
New front brake pads installed. 

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2012 Toyota Prius Brake Problems

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