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Expensive Toyota Prius repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (1%)

Chart based on 258 repairs.
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Toyota Prius repair cost distribution

$2500+ (33%)

$1000 - $2499 (67%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 206 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

95-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

28000 mi

US $1000
Windshield cracked because of heat. Noticed tiny crack in the windshield, which grew into a foot-long crack. Seems like a defect because many other Prius drivers have reported windshield issues/cracking not involving rocks or accidents. 
201000 mi

US $2400
The dealer stated that the exhaust heat recovery system valve failed, causing a coolant leak into the catalytic converter. Requires exhaust system replacement for the affected valve. 3rd party, an Independent shop, mentioned that the part is a common fail point for gen 4. The only symptom was a chronic low coolant, slow leak. Over time this will damage the cat if the problem is ignored by topping off the fluids. 

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2015 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

49000 mi

US $1200
Bluetooth failed 

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2013 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

183000 mi

US $3500
Head gasket 

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2012 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

155000 mi

US $1290
Replaced master cylinder assembly 
110500 mi

US $3766
Hybrid battery pack. 8yr, 125k Extended warranty does not cover hybrid components. Hybrid components only covered up to 8yr, 100k 
140000 mi

US $1600
oil pan leak found. apparently common at lower mileage on prius. they replaced the computer also because it had drips on it, but didn't charge me for that. 
30300 mi

US $2175
Air conditioning compressor failure. On request, Toyota paid 75 percent of parts, labor and tax. 

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2011 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

83500 mi

US $2404
AC compressor failed and replace. 
120000 mi

US $650
The front right wheel bearing and hub required replacement 
157000 mi

US $2000
Needed new front struts on both sides, plus rear bearings and brake job on one rear wheel after a caliper froze 
85000 mi

US $100
TPMS valve stem 
91000 mi

US $300
Lean code on CEL. Replaced O2 sensors. Light came back on; Will investigate at annual inspection. 
95000 mi

US $1540
Persistent lean fuel trims and P0171 code. Diagnosed as bad fuel injectors. Replaced all 4 fuel injectors with genuine Toyota, cleaned intake, back of valves, injector ports, EGR tube, replaced intake manifold gasket. 
120000 mi

US $2200
A known problem for this generation of Prius failed: the brake booster and accumulator system. Unfortunately this happened less than a year after it would have been eligible for a free repair from the dealer! 
125000 mi

US $2500
Compressor failure. Had to be replaced 
66000 mi

US $3500
Stone came through opening in front and damaged inverter cooling radiator. Coolant was lost and inverter failed and was ruined. Cost was covered by road hazard insurance Note: Prius has no grill work in front opening to catch stones 
120000 mi

US $766
Driver side front door panel replaced due to failed heat stake welds holding armrest 
124200 mi

US $872
Replaced leaking axle seal 
219000 mi

US $160
Replaced mass airflow sensor - rough idle, reduced fuel economy, CEL 
228000 mi

US $3800
Leaking head gasket 

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2010 Toyota Prius

Engine not specified

220000 mi

US $450
Replaced spark plugs and coils 
230000 mi

US $1050
Water pump fan disintegrated and failed 

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2010 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

110000 mi

US $251
Engine battery replacement 
150000 mi

US $150
Changed front brake pads and rotors 
158000 mi

US $1658
Tune up and intake manifold change 
97000 mi

US $150
The traction control light was on and the hill start assist did not work. Dealer reset the light and system now works. No parts were replaced. 
109000 mi

US $1500
A/C wasn't working. Compressor needed to be replaced and re-mounted Wiring for headlight needed to be replaced. The previous shop botched the headlight replacement, melting some of the wiring. 
139000 mi

US $1500
Excessive oil use starting at 135000 miles. $1500-$2000 quote to repair. Currently 1qt every 1200 miles. Decided not to repair. 
32700 mi

US $1684
A/C compressor failed in internally disintegrated pushing metal debris through the entire a/c system 
166000 mi

US $450
Replaced brake pad and rotors 
170000 mi

US $2400
Transistor Kit Power Module for Hybrid system overheated and was replaced. Check Engine light turn on. The hybrid system no longer ran due to this issue. 
181000 mi

US $1500
Hybrid system Manifold assembly replaced EGR valve caused too much air to enter engine 
159000 mi

US $1500
replaced head gasket 
128000 mi

US $2286
Replaced inverter 
150000 mi

US $2600
Triangle of death error message up. Barely could drive it. The spark plugs were so bad they were surprised I drove it to the shop 
230300 mi

US $160
Oil leaking from timing chain tensioner. Replaced timing chain tensioner and re-sealed (had to leave car overnight at the dealer to allow time for the sealant to cure. Free loaner car. 
267000 mi

US $594
EGR valve and heat exchanger were plugged with oil deposits. Dealer replaced EGR valve and attempted cleaning the EGR heat exchanger with solvent, but eventually had to replace it. 
301000 mi

US $996
Replaced both front and rear left side wheel bearings. 
318000 mi

US $2818
ABS/Traction control ECU fault: hazard lights blinking, TCS/ABS/Cruise Control not working. Replaced ABS/Traction Control module and one wheel speed sensor. Replaced rear right wheel bearing. 
50800 mi

US $3100
Brake master cylinder/ABS unit failed. Part alone is $2700! I heard a squealing noise traced to the brake booster pump, dealership took almost two weeks to get part and replace. Toyota will not provide any consideration/compensation. 
138000 mi

US $2600
Major oil leak. 
95000 mi

US $4200
Hybrid converter 
206000 mi

US $1800
A/C compressor/motor assembly failed and was replaced and system recharged 
41500 mi

$4000
The left fender liner fell down during the highway trip. Totally damaged. Full replace including plugs and etc. if I can say, quite expensive OEM piece of plastic. 
98980 mi

$500
Rear right bearing replaced. Was too noisy. 
156000 mi

US $2500
steering motor replaced 
65720 mi

C $1750
Started losing oil last August. Checked over, compression test to confirm. Put in new block. Freak thing and not normal at all. Probably should have changed oil more often than every 10000 km. 
290000 mi

US $1700
Blown head gasket 
350000 mi

US $205
Engine overheat at high power only. Replaced Electric engine water pump. 
73000 mi

US $1100
A/C Compressor needed to be replaced. 
82000 mi

US $1300
Replaced rusted rotors and stuck brake caliper. 
83000 mi

US $235
Front passenger inner wheel liner Replaced. $104 for the part $114 for labor 1 hour work East Madison Toyota 
108000 mi

US $1410
I came in with "rattling" when accelerating. Most often occurred when accelerating uphill. They diagnosed and recommended Brake pads, rotors, drums, and hydraulic lines to be replaced. This didn't fix the issue, but brakes felt better, and I don't feel like there's as much slippage after. 
109000 mi

US $150
Oil was very low. Needed to get it towed and topped up. Confirmed that there is a leak, possibly in the engine block. They recommended replacing the gasket, but it would cost thousands. 
25000 mi

US $140
Heard loud noise from front passenger; found FR wheel excessive play. Dealer found worn front and rear right wheel bearings. Replaced hub and bearing assmbly. Paid for 4 wheel alignment. 
50000 mi

US $1000
Wife noted bad scraping sounds from rear. Further interrogation reveals very poor gas mileage in past month or so. Inspection shows rear passenger brake rotors with surface corrosion and no shiny areas unlike the other brake rotors. In addition, rotor itself was warm to touch. Internet search suggested seized calipers, confirmed by mechanic who recommended changing both calipers, replace rotors and pads, and dressing and replace brake fluid which he suggested might have been contaminated when water and cause of the problem. After repair, noise is gone and gas mileage returned to normal. 
61000 mi

US $1000
Burned out headlight bulb turned into a complete replacement of the wiring harness for both headlights. First dealer tried a scam. Second dealer repaired the problem.One headlight lens damaged. Ex. Warrenty paid $600.00, I paid $400.00. 

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2010 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

31620 mi

$2000
ABS warning sign lit up after servicing. ABS sensor was displaced and had to be re-positioned. Radio FM not playing above certain frequency range i.e > 98 A modulator was added to capture certain radio station. 
77500 mi

$200
Controller change was needed 
109120 mi

$450
Check Engine lit up and car stalled on Motorway. Towed to garage. After verification, electrician found out that sensors needed cleaning. No parts change required. 
5200 mi

US $157
Ran into a curb; had to replace drivers' side front tire after it immediately flattened.  
18000 mi

US $255
Five of the six front light bulbs burned out & had to be replaced. No fuse problem detected. 
38000 mi

US $167
Tire was flat when I first got into it to leave work for the day. Had to purchase a new tire and have it put on. 
41000 mi

US $700
Rear brake pads and rotors replaced. 
US $3000 The car just wouldn't start. I had it towed to the dealer and they said it needed a new inverter, for $3,000+. I was appalled, but it was cheaper than buying a new car. 

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2009 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

127000 mi

US $250
Edge of hood had rust under paint. Toyota paid 1/2 (up to $250.00) to have rust removed and repainted. Also had stone chips buffed out. I think Toyota should have paid full price (by my reading of warranty) but I'll take what I can get. 
134500 mi

US $230
Replaced both headlights. Had to get mechanic 2help get weather sield off drivers side headlight. Was getting pulled over because headlights were going out intermittently. Bulbs were still working but im resistance had increased over tim 
149000 mi

US $245
12 volt battery needed to be replaced. Next time I'll do it myself, located in the trunk. Had several false transmission warnings that I believe was caused by low voltage. Can monitor battery voltage from message screen in diagnostic mode. 
163300 mi

US $1100
Front struts Front right CV joint/ axle 
185000 mi

US $400
The HID bulb on left died. New one is $130.00. Decided to convert to LED lamps, headlights and fog lights. Was only getting 3 yrs out of bulbs, thought they should last at least 10yrs for that price. All cars forward will be LED. 
155500 mi

US $2850
the speedometer was shutting off, a common problem, I personally replaced the little capacitor that the internet says is the problem and it hasnt shut off since 
135300 mi

US $650
The main unit for the radio and GPS unit had to be replaced 
248000 mi

US $2200
Multi Function Display went black 
67000 mi

US $450
Water Pump was showing a small leak. Replaced. 
79194 mi

US $1500
CEL (Check Engine Light): Engine 3-way coolant valve - $613 Burping Sound: Replaced ABS Actuator Dealer reported Serpentine Belt heavily cracked - Replaced at owner expense Rear Hatch Lift Keyless Entry Sensor Rubber "melting" onto fingers in usage. Replaced $330 A/C not very cold - drain and recharged - $144 Check Tires Light came on right after leaving the shop after new tires installed. Replaced TPMS sensor. They wanted $300 - agreed to no charge. Marker Light 
99500 mi

US $700
Red Triangle appeared - code P0A93 - inverter coolant pump issue. Dealer checked system claimed no problem. Decided to replace pump anyway. 
64060 mi

R 3000
The shock absorbers in the front strut assemblies were replaced. The shock absorbers were leaking and not performing like they used to due to normal wear and tear.  
95300 mi

US $250
The starter battery needed to be replaced. Apparently if the car has been jumped once or twice the batter goes bad and will fail randomly when starting the car. 
110000 mi

US $1200
The care was making slight noise when going over bumps. Replaced both struts, and a sway bar link on the driver's side. 
153000 mi

US $100
Replaced both headlights, tough job to do but the dealer wanted $450 to change them. This is the 5th time I have done it. Bulbs last about a year before failing. 
98000 mi

US $1200
Diagnose check engine light: Water pump "failing" by report, and coolant temperature sensor inoperative. Vehicle held overnight, awaiting delivery of coolant temp sensor to Dealer. Water pump and coolant temperature sensor replaced on second day. Vehicle returned to us. The next day, check engine light is back. Car back to Dealer. Diagnose check engine light. Coolant flow control valve, and wiring for coolant temperature sensor replaced. Vehicle returned later the same day. 

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2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

83700 mi

C $1400
replaced two front wheel bearings, brakes, brake hub 
54700 mi

US $350
The original 12V battery needed to be replaced. 
92000 mi

US $950
replacement of front struts left and right Evap system. One part of the gas line replaced 
105000 mi

US $360
Front tire pressure monitoring system sensors replaced. 
115000 mi

US $12000
front wheel bearings replaced because there was a slight whirring noise 
87420 mi

C $400
Front bearing assembly replaced. 
103540 mi

C $1000
Front lower control arms replaced. "Play" was too high to pass safety inspection. Wheel alignment. 
64000 mi

US $190
The display controller (part that shows odometer, speed, fuel gauge) had failed. 
88000 mi

US $600
Leaky water pump and worn timing belt replaced. Car happened to be in the shop for a replacement accessory battery. Physical key does not unlock the car. Service center investigated it, but did not do anything. 
94000 mi

US $2400
Replaced a leaky water pump 
48000 mi

US $2400
Touch screen went out. Dealer wanted $3000. Found video on YouTube pulled it and sent it off and reinstalled with a lifetime warranty. 
90000 mi

US $170
The start sequence is powered by a small lead acid battery; boot computers, energize brakes, engage big hybrid battery. A weak small battery could not energize the fly-by-wire brakes causing warning lights and car would not shift into drive 
159000 mi

US $1100
The inverter coolant pump failed. Replaced at New Jersey dealership the same day. 
68000 mi

US $1200
Replaced front wheel bearings and aligned wheels 
59200 mi

US $400
Dead 12 volt battery 
71000 mi

US $200
Replaced both headlights 
75000 mi

US $1900
Both headlight assemblies replaced. High beams working intermittently. 
90000 mi

US $750
Carbon buildup on engine intake has to be cleaned. 
99000 mi

US $2400
Failed catalytic converter had to be replaced. 
113000 mi

US $410
Rear hatch garnish broke off the car and needed replacement. 
131000 mi

US $1073
Left front headlight assembly started allowing water inside in a rainstorm. HID bulb started going off while driving at night. Sometimes just turning headlights off then back on caused light to come back on. Ballast is located at the bottom of the headlight assembly so all water was dripping onto it. Mechanic replaced headlight assembly, HID bulb and ballast with OEM equipment. Lights now working properly. 
143981 mi

US $110
Replaced inverter coolant pump 
159183 mi

US $2500
Replaced weakening hybrid battery pack with OEM one. No codes were thrown prior to replacement. 
155000 mi

US $353
Alignment issues. Car re-aligned and new tires purchased 
162900 mi

US $377
12V battery replacement, coolant replacement and transmission fluid replacement blower fan replaced 
187000 mi

US $478
Running exceedingly rough. Had to replace spark plugs & other electronic parts. Wanted to replace brakes, but decided not to at this time. 
350000 mi

US $4500
Engine was using oil, about a quart every two weeks, and had to be replaced with a used engine. 
271000 mi

US $1500
Drive battery failed 
61000 mi

US $250
Noticed I had to turn radio louder with windows down with beginning of warmer weather. Thought tire problem. At regular service interval dealer found and replaced defective both front wheel bearings. Charged for alignment. Very slow AC leak, recharged. 
81300 mi

US $205
Replaced defective HID, drivers side, headlamp. Replaced same LED under original warranty period but now I was told by Toyota because of lawsuit I am now out of additional extended warranty coverage. I argued to no avail. 
102700 mi

US $472
Check Engine light. First visit #2 cylinder problem. Change plugs, clean injectors. Mechanic also recommended cracked serpentine belt and possible water pump leakage. I okayed replace serpentine belt. 
103000 mi

US $487
30 days and 500 miles after repair on 4/01/2016 the same condition again on 5/07/16. Check engine light. Dealer found bad injector cylinder # 2 again. Replaced faulty injector. Now problem is corrected . 
106200 mi

US $600
Not normal, rather loud noise coming from front of car when rolling. Took car to dealer service and found driver side front wheel bearing failing. Dealer also recommended wheel alignment after bearing replacement . 
112000 mi

US $100
Driver door froze from cold weather when I tried to pull open frozen stuck shut door the door handle broke apart.One part of the door handle was metal that had rusted through when I pulled the door to open. causing the handle to break apart. I purchased used door handle assembly from Ebay for $50 and paid a independent body repair shop $50 to install. 
119600 mi

US $1033
Replace front strut assemblies, sway bar links and alignment. Trip included an oil change. I told them no rush to have the car returned. Sweeney's Auto Repair shop had the car 2 weeks. 
148700 mi

US $120
Replace drive belt. 
106000 mi

US $1000
Replace front sway-bar links. 
156000 mi

US $165
Muffler heat shield replaced 
158000 mi

US $400
Replace water pump Replace steering rack 
163000 mi

US $170
Replace tie rod ends 
67000 mi

US $1000
HID Headlights reached the end of their life 

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2007 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

149900 mi

US $1700
Replaced hybrid traction battery 
182000 mi

US $810
Replaced combination meter assembly. Toyota had extended the warranty coverage for this part, but extended warranty expired six months prior. 
230000 mi

US $100
Replaced failing relays which were causing codes. 
182000 mi

US $1549
Hybrid battery failure - replaced with with reman battery 
220000 mi

US $200
Car was not engaging. Replaced Hybrid DC converter and started working again. 
38000 mi

US $99
Accidentally hit kill switch at base of steering wheel. Could not get car started, and then only by accident. Elmore Toyota wanted $2000 to drain/replace fuel parts due to 'bad' Costco gas. 
44000 mi

US $2000
The MFD needed replacing. AC not working. Audio not working. Speedometer and all info on the screen not reporting data. 
50000 mi

US $300
replaced 12V battery The repair shop recommended new shocks at the cost of $1100, front and rear shocks for the 2007 Prius. Repairs not done ! 
72700 mi

US $962
Power inverter coolant pump valve 
87000 mi

US $2000
replaced AC and associated parts. car was in the shop overnight. dealer provided rental at no additional charge:) 
55800 mi

C $1000
main bearing in left front wheel required replacement 
81000 mi

US $550
Both front wheel bearings were replaced (left was noisy, right had excessive play). Car also required alignment because the left steering knuckle had to be removed to extract the bearing. 
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. 
145000 mi

US $2800
Traction battery replaced. 
101000 mi

US $900
replace manual water pump, evaluate transmission problem (none found). Drain and refill invertor coolant. Replace cabin air filter. 
111000 mi

US $3450
Replaced hybrid battery 
112000 mi

US $450
Involved coolant control valve which had to be replaced 
118900 mi

US $237
Brake light switch 
126000 mi

US $4000
Had to have Prius hybrid battery replaced 
232000 mi

US $955
HID lights replaced for the 4th time since new. First 3 times repairs were covered or partially covered by Toyota. 
254200 mi

US $5000
Bent valve rod. Dealer recommends replacing vehicle. A new engine is recommended. Repairs not economically feasible. 
255000 mi

US $4335
Original engine died at 254500. Replaced engine with used engine (52000 miles).  Replaced entire exhaust system at the same time. 
289000 mi

US $450
Water pump leaking and heater hose leaking. Replaced both. 
181000 mi

US $500
Had to replace the "inverter cooling pump" (?). Was explained this part controls cooling for both the regular and hybrid engines. Check engine light came on then dealer attached a computer to find the code. 
280000 mi

US $6500
Last November (around the 280,000 mile mark) I had problems with the hybrid battery pack. I was told it was "bad" and needed to be replaced. Without doing any research, I had the work done at the dealership. After the fact, I learned that bad cells in the hybrid battery pack can be replaced and it doesn't have to be that expensive.  Was also told the catalytic converter wasn't in good condition. Replaced. 
5000 mi

US $3400
Car died. Battery determined defective. Also found a fuse and inverter bad. Only battery and tow covered under warranty. Owner paid the rest. 
129000 mi

US $100
Passenger side head lamp intermittent. Changed the lamp still no improvement. Not blowing enough hot air. 
130000 mi

US $400
Passenger side head lamp intermittent. Changed the lamp still no improvement. Dealer said the ballast was bad. Costed $400 for parts and labor. 
146000 mi

US $3050
Problem with hybrid battery. I was told 3 out of 20 cells degraded, and the battery needs replacement. I am disappointed with 1 year Toyota warranty for hybrid battery. 12V auxillary battery has 7 years limited warranty at the same time. 
154700 mi

US $110
Passenger side head lamp stopped working. I was told that bulb was replaced. 
221800 mi

US $700
Inverter failed. This is the water pump for the hybrid battery cooling system. 
233000 mi

US $1000
Car was two hours from home. Started running very very rough. Had it towed to nearest Toyota. Stated that the one of the injectors was bad and that the other three were not running within specs. Cost was just over $1000.00. 
152000 mi

US $3200
The Hybrid Electric Battery Failed. They replaced the battery and cleaned the cooling fan. 
163000 mi

US $2679
Dramatic loss of power and drain on Hybrid battery. Check engine light on. Catalytic Converter Failed and needed replaced. Due to California emissions laws only new dealer part may be installed and that equalled a very high cost. 
215000 mi

US $300
Fuel economy had been dropping off noticeably. Then the check engine light illuminated indicating that the fuel was too lean. I cleaned the Mass Air flow sensor, replaced the spark plugs, and cleaned the throttle body. The problem persisted so I replaced the original fuel injectors. They were in terrible shape. After the repair the car's mpg increased by approximately 6 mpg. The problem has been fixed. 
101000 mi

US $400
water pump leak 
144000 mi

US $3000
Replaced drive battery with NEW not rebuilt 
150000 mi

US $100
one headlight burnt out, replaced both while front of car was off 
118000 mi

US $112
Replaced blower motor. 
121000 mi

US $2500
The check engine light showed a code for the catalytic converter. The exhaust also had a hole in it, so my mechanic said the cost of repairs was more than the car was worth. 
102000 mi

US $2000
The hybrid battery went out. We bought another one from Napa and installed it ourselves. 
71300 mi

US $1289
The a/c no longer worked. They had to replace the compressor and the passenger side sensor. 
96200 mi

US $400
The water pump was replaced. 
119000 mi

US $1500
Bad front driver side wheel bearing Water pump replaced 
165000 mi

US $1300
Replace worn components Struts replaced on all four corners serpentine belt, pulley replaced 
185300 mi

US $603
Driver's side wheel bearing badly worn; replaced. 
193000 mi

US $317
Replace right rear hub assembly 
194000 mi

US $576
Replace right front wheel bearing 
204000 mi

US $186
Replace right rear wheel bearing 
169000 mi

US $1428
Struts replaced. Left front bearing with hub assembly. Alignment. 
101000 mi

US $291
Mass airflow sensor showed error code, part replaced. 
113000 mi

US $750
Hybrid system water pump and valve were seen to need replacement during a routine service. Parts were replaced. 
118800 mi

US $1400
replace front struts and rear shocks, various bellows 
123000 mi

US $250
main dashboard combination meter failed intermittently for third time and then functioned properly again. Symptom blank display for speed, fuel, turn signals, etc. Car would not turn off normally, had to be forced off by holding power button Passenger headlight bulb replaced again. This was remarkable in that this was the fourth or fifth headlight bulb needing to be replaced in two years. Two were replaced by mechanic or dealer, two by owner himself. rate of failure very high for this part. 
104000 mi

US $699
Wheel bearing had been making noise for quite some time on the passenger side. I knew someone who owned the same vehicle and said that he had his replaced right around 100,000 miles. Mine was the passenger side but just did both front wheel bearings at the same time. I have a family friend who is a mechanic so it was much cheaper than the quote I received for just the one wheel bearing. 
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. 
175000 mi

US $1400
Large nicad battery needed replacement greenbean sells refurbished batteries with lifetime transferable warranty for around $1400 so not really sure of the labor rate it was a flat rate and they take your old battery as well. 
61000 mi

US $956
Dash light indicating need to take car in for service. Service indicated the cooling pump needed replacement and water pump had leak and should be repaired. Had both repaired. 
122832 mi

US $1150
Headlight electronic repair 
129000 mi

US $1300
Headlight bulb replacement - second time since owning the car. HID lamps take an hour+ to replace. Both fail intermittently in the same interval, about 2 years. Very bad design. 
196300 mi

US $400
Radiator replacement with new coolant. Radiator developed pin-holes and was leaking Water pump replaced - leaking from shaft 
109900 mi

US $2316
Replaced Hybrid battery. Car only 10 years old, 110,000 miles. Ridiculous! 
113000 mi

US $1147
Both headlights were flickering periodically, sometimes they would both go off at the same time! Scary at night on a country road. Both headlight ballast and lights were replaced 

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2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

121000 mi

US $315
Weeping engine coolant pump replaced. 
135000 mi

US $850
Replaced HV battery due to reduced battery capacity resulting in poor climbing performance. 
142000 mi

US $1300
Transaxle failed and was replaced with salvage transaxle. 
180000 mi

US $385
Replacement of left front wheel bearing 
124000 mi

US $1525
Touch screen multi-function display failed. Refurbished unit installed by dealer. 
125300 mi

US $250
Tire pressure monitor sensor in one wheel failed, replaced. 
127000 mi

US $250
A few weeks after replacing a pressure sensor in one tire, the low-pressure light came on again. Don't know whether new sensor bad or another one quit. Haven't returned to dealer yet. 
130900 mi

US $220
Replaced reostat controlling instrument panel 
131300 mi

US $691
Check Engine Light came on when Hybrid cooling pump failed. I got a 20% discount on repair as reward for using dealer for maintenance and repair. 
131900 mi

US $175
Parking brake pedal disconnected from brakes. Pushing pedal down had no effect. 
153327 mi

US $3468
Replace hybrid battery on Prius. 
153711 mi

US $1139
Replace front struts, insulator boots, and align 
185000 mi

US $3665
Replaced high voltage hybrid battery. 
195000 mi

US $125
Replaced spark plugs at 65,000 miles. One was found to be defective. 
243500 mi

US $868
While traveling, got error code PO301 (Cylinder 1 misfire). However, there was no evident misfire, loss of power reduced gas mileage. 100,000-mile plugs had 50,000 miles on them. I should have simply replaced one ignition coil. for $68. Since the car had 243,000 miles on it, I went to dealer. They replaced all coils and plugs and cleaned the intake for $868. Car runs exactly the same, which has always been just fine. Color me dumb. 
46000 mi

US $800
Yaw sensor for Vehicle Stability Control was replaced and LF speed sensor for Anti-lock Braking System was replaced. 
49000 mi

US $1014
Transmission fluid leaking from corroded parking cover. Ten hours labor to get to, diagnose and fix leak. 
77500 mi

US $1100
replaced both front wheel bearings 
108000 mi

US $250
Old age; I had the wheel bearing fixed. 
112000 mi

US $3600
Replaced Hybrid Battery Replace Rear Springs 
116000 mi

US $287
Replaced regular 12-volt battery, second time in 10 years. 
120000 mi

US $989
Brakes replaced on all 4 wheels, flush brake fluid,  replaced headlamp lenses. The lenses were becoming opaque and dimmed from old age--developed cataracts?  
88000 mi

US $448
Rear spring rusted out and mechanic saw enough rust on the other one to recommend replacing both. He said it was very odd for a Prius to have this issue. 
107000 mi

US $1500
Rechargeable hybrid battery 
98000 mi

US $3300
Hybrid battery needed replacement. Dealer tried charging me 4400 even though two other dealers had lower quote. Dealer did not lower price until I actually sent a tow to tow it somewhere else! This is even after I talked to manager! 
142000 mi

US $100
Replaced idler pulley. 
198300 mi

US $1000
Hybrid battery failed. 
94000 mi

US $250
12 volt battery died...car did not start 
109000 mi

US $1500
Front Wheels noisy, wheel bearings replaced 
30000 mi

US $139
This time the dealer chose to replace the driver's side HID lamp, under warranty. I found the TSB on-line, which prompted them to cover the lamp. So far, everything seems fine. 
82000 mi

US $2150
The touch panel shorted out, making it non-responsive to touch. The panel is on order, so I must return to the dealer. 
82000 mi

US $800
The HID ballasts were defective, burning out the headlights. 
91200 mi

US $200
Noise from front end. Especially loud at 25 - 27 mph. Replaced wheel bearing. 
131000 mi

US $500
While driving, large, red triangle of death and CEL appeared. Since there are no actual gauges on the car, the red triangle of death was all I had to go by. Called around for repair, only one repair shop (not dealer) answered their phone, and got our business. When we arrived, technician pulled the code, which confirmed the inverter coolant problem. Although busy, took our car and repaired it by the next day. Will be taking it to them next time, if there are any issues in the future. 
145000 mi

US $3000
Car had been making noise since new. Assumed it was just, “hybrid noise.” Turns out, it was the brake actuator going out. Had become terrible, so took it in. Got the brake actuator replaced. While there, the 12v battery died. Had it jumped (by the shop) and drove it home. Replaced 12v battery next day. 
215200 mi

US $2300
Was burning oil; about 1 qt/350 miles. Replaced engine. 
267000 mi

US $120
Took to mechanic to find and repair front left front rattle that could be felt in steering wheel. They reported a potential problem with steering splines, requiring replacement, and recommended replacing tie rod ends, at a total cost of $1773. As it turned out, their inspection included tightening something that fixed the rattle. 
56000 mi

US $242
HID headlight on drivers side intermittently not working. After reading Prius Chat I decided rather than have the dealer perform diagnostics I would just have them replace the headlight. Seems to have solved the problem 
62000 mi

US $240
HID Headlight failure, second one to fail. Called the Toyota National Customer Service line and they will reimburse me for the headlight repair. Two other small bulbs were also replaced 
156000 mi

US $1497
A/C compressor had a short and had to be replaced Water pump was leaking 
172000 mi

US $1945
Hybrid battery pac needed to be replaced 
190000 mi

US $150
Hybrid battery replacement from February 2015. Failed and was replaced under warranty 
197000 mi

US $160
Tire Had a flat tire with cut in the sidewall 
113200 mi

US $1350
Clunking sound on bumps 
162000 mi

US $300
Bulb replaced, antifreeze and plugs replaced 
120700 mi

US $505
Controls on right half of steering column inoperable. 
186000 mi

US $2800
Broken rod in engine, presumably due to wear. Entire engine was replaced with used engine (68K) as it was much more expensive to rebuild. 
153000 mi

US $1900
Hybrid Battery 
100800 mi

US $425
HID headlights were individually turning off infrequently at random, but became much more frequent recently. Car had too many miles to qualify for class action settlement on this issue. Both bulbs were replaced. 
102000 mi

US $350
Water pump leaking coolant, discovered while replacing serpentine belt. Pump replaced. 
167200 mi

US $3900
Traction battery failing. Red triangle and check engine illuminated, could not accelerate to high speeds. Hybrid battery replaced. 12v battery low, was outputting 9.9v 
206000 mi

US $250
Replaced both headlights with bulbs purchased online. Cost estimate includes both materials and labor. 
123380 mi

R 100
Leaking engine water pump (not the inverter).Replaced along with new V belt 
156240 mi

R 200
AC wasn't making cold. recharged with gas. Fine now 
163360 mi

R 2500
Main traction battery failed 
198400 mi

R 400
Inverter coolant pump failed. Pump caused fuses to blow. All electrical power was lost. Car undriveable. Had to be towed. 
145000 mi

US $4200
Hybrid battery failure 
162000 mi

US $710
Water pump, $480 
174900 mi

US $710
Headlamp bulbs, $230 
178000 mi

US $745
Front shocks, $745. 
194000 mi

US $174
12V battery died 
196000 mi

US $800
Replace worn front strut shocks 
198000 mi

US $121
Dash rheostat malfunctioned 
224200 mi

US $1400
Replace front and rear shocks Replace upper strut supports Replace spring insulators Replace spring bellows 
233000 mi

US $160
Replaced blower motor 
233300 mi

US $215
12V Accessory Battery Defective 
247000 mi

US $145
Coolant switching valve replaced 
109000 mi

US $1800
Replaced traction battery at 106,000 miles, in March. Used rebuilt battery. I had a surging when first started for the first 5-10 minutes when parked in the direct sun, in very hot weather for 4 years. Trouble code 3-14. New battery eliminated problem. 
122000 mi

US $215
Replaced 12V Battery for the third time in the life of this car. 
124000 mi

US $1600
I replaced the traction battery individual cells with new batteries from newpriusbatteries.com 
130000 mi

US $169
I replaced the 12V battery myself. This time I avoided the Optima branded battery as they seem unreliable. I used a Duracell brand. 
150000 mi

US $1500
main Hybrid battery pack needed to be replaced 
155000 mi

US $600
Replacement brake pads and new tires 
203000 mi

US $2500
Hybrid Battery died 
122000 mi

US $1000
Front Passenger wheel bearing was bad. 
174000 mi

US $300
Dashboard display went out. 
199000 mi

US $1750
After nearly 200k, our hybrid battery finally went out. 
176000 mi

US $1500
Fixed P0A80 with a refurbished battery. 

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2005 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

124100 mi

US $395
thermostat for hybrid cooling system replaced 
136000 mi

US $3200
Inverter for the power brakes had to be replaced. 
178000 mi

US $1000
Replace front calipers and brake pads. Clean rear brakes. 
114000 mi

US $2900
brake accumulator pump failed, was running all the time. it was a $1700 part, plus labor, tax, and materials Dealer said car was due for drive belt replacement, likely original, over 110,000 miles at that point. 
115000 mi

US $1005
The hybrid traction battery failed. Initial estimate to repair was $5300. I called Toyota and a different dealer who was honest about the battery core charge, etc.. Toyota kicked in about $1950 towards the repair. 
62700 mi

US $300
water pump and belt replaced 
73000 mi

US $2200
The main battery lost power and needed to be replaced. 
31862 mi

US $2516
Exhaust mangled by road hazard. Replaced exhaust pipe assy FP# 17410-21500 plus 2 gaskets. Replaced all 4 tires Oil change/filter/fluids 
70878 mi

US $276
Replaced 12V aux. battery (failed - caused erratic Start/unable to power off). 
270000 mi

US $1300
HV battery died @ 268K. Replaced with warranted reman unit. 
308000 mi

US $700
Condenser broke & loss refrigerant. May have been due to road debris. 
148700 mi

US $2300
Hybrid battery needed replacement. 
152000 mi

US $400
Water pump (for ICE) needed replacement 
161600 mi

US $250
Original battery (NOT hybrid battery) needed replacement. 
189000 mi

US $150
Headlight HID bulb was replaced. Dealer cost was $300 for replacement bulb. Found one on eBay for $35. 
198000 mi

US $600
One of the cells in the rebuilt hybrid battery failed. A replacement cell cost only about $40. However,the labor to remove the bad cell and replace it, cost about $560. 
202300 mi

US $225
One HID headlight bulb failed. New one at dealership was $300.Found OEM replacement on eBay for $35. 
215900 mi

US $120
Right headlight bulb died. Had it replaced. Dealership quoted $300 for bulb, plus labor. Got bulb online for $35. Had dealership install it. 
228000 mi

US $300
Right headlight was turning off intermittently. Sometimes it wouldn't come on. Turning the switch on & off several caused it to come on. Right headlight bulb was changed. 
247000 mi

US $300
O2 sensor was replaced 
297000 mi

US $330
front left strut bad / replaced both front with used stut assemblies 2x$75.00 plus $180.00 labor 
320000 mi

US $305
Hybrid system / 2nd "Inverter pump" not covered under warranty waterpump leaking coolant / pump and gasket replaced speado head dash cluster / blacked out a few tims before but came back on creating inaccurate mileage reading / mechanic replaced with a used display because I was 1 month out of 10yr warranty. warning light was on / system failed test. Catalytic converter replaced. 
340000 mi

US $1878
Hybrid battery fail / replaced with used battery with 1 year warranty. part $1387.50 and labor $212.50 controls on steering wheel stoped working / mechanic replaced with new clockspring/spiral cable $65.00 labor $85.00 
345100 mi

US $394
radiator failed / replaced with used part $200.00 labor $157.50 
358000 mi

US $1384
5 months with the used hybrid battery it failed. It was on a 1 year warranty so the same shop installed (by my choice) a brand new Factory Battery deducting the price of the used one including labor. Has Factory warranty. 
132000 mi

US $1000
I had to replace the hybrid battery again with a refurbished battery for my Prius again. The cost of the two replacement batteries so far have been around 2800 
144000 mi

US $2312
airbag light was on and the internal harness on the left side of the vehicle was replaced. 
163000 mi

US $180
Airbag sensor went on. It was for the other side from the one done several years ago and the cost for the repair was much less. 
165300 mi

US $278
Left headlight was out. I was told the whole assembly needed to be replaced. The second time one has failed. 
174500 mi

US $300
Coolant control valve was stuck causing the engine light to come on. Valve replaced. 
178000 mi

US $455
Replace front sway bar links Rear defroster did not work. 40 amp fuse replaced 
75000 mi

US $300
The right head light needed replacing. 
83200 mi

US $245
Replaced battery for 2nd time since o2/10 
97000 mi

US $1000
Water pump replaced electrical repair 
101000 mi

US $2650
The main battery replaced 
70000 mi

US $396
Starter battery finally died. Battery was as old as vehicle, 10 years old. Vehicle was purchased Dec. 2004 and this was the original battery 
98000 mi

US $585
Leaky water pump. Pump making rattling noise. Pump replaced, drive belt replaced, system fluid changed and system vacuumed down. 
117000 mi

US $2600
Replaced traction battery in vehicle after it failed. 
117000 mi

US $300
Catalytic converter stolen, replaced. Covered by comprehensive insurance. $300 deductible. Repair cost $1800 without insurance. 
41540 mi

C $706
Replace water pump (I think it was leaking). done under warranty !! 
111600 mi

C $1005
Replace front struts 
117000 mi

US $1750
Air compressor bearing failure. 
119700 mi

US $1150
air compressor failure 
133000 mi

US $600
air conditioning coil failure 
61000 mi

US $1000
Replaced bad Headlight.  Replaced Engine Seal. HV Water Pump Recall. Replaced Leaking Water Pump and cracked Belt. 
217000 mi

US $1800
Catalytic converter 
139000 mi

US $400
Small battery died so I had to have the car jump started. First time in 10 years/ever - not bad for a small battery to last 10 years. 
158000 mi

US $3000
All 4 struts blown Mass airflow sensor needed to be cleaned or replaced 
160000 mi

US $500
Exhaust needed replacement 
36000 mi

US $1700
Nav display no longer responds to touch. 
284000 mi

US $1700
front wheel bearings replaced, back brakes replaced 
79000 mi

US $430
Water pump for gas engine was leaking. 
125000 mi

US $332
The front sway bar links were getting loose. The front stabilizer bar control was removed and replaced. 
146000 mi

US $400
The coolant valve was stuck and had to be replaced. 
157000 mi

US $100
Drive belt was cracked so it was replaced. 
175000 mi

US $1600
Hybrid battery finally died. A private company came to my house and replaced it in under an hour. 
63000 mi

US $498
Grinding type noise noted when gas engine engaged. 
76600 mi

US $1050
R&R Compressor Assy 
113000 mi

US $480
Headlamps out of adjustment.R&R Headlight Level Sensor sub assembly 
132000 mi

US $1390
R&R Shifter. R&R Hub & Bearing Assemblies front left and right 
155000 mi

US $365
Car was completely dead in the driveway. 12 volt battery was replaced. 
168700 mi

US $1036
Sway Bar Frame Bushing Front Stabilizer Bar Bushing - Both Both front Struts R&R Rear shock/strut assembly Poly-Rib Belt (Water Pump drive belt) 
127720 mi

C $450
Noisy left front hub bearing. Replaced by Midas Muffler using dealer parts. Dealer price for parts was substantially lower than wholesale price available at other sources. Overall experience with local dealership contacts has been very positive. 
171120 mi

C $350
Noisy bearing in right front hub assembly. Replaced assembly. Dealer cost for part was half of what was being charged at aftermarket suppliers. 
215760 mi

C $220
Right Front wheel bearing becoming slightly noisy, so replaced as a precaution. 
237460 mi

C $200
Coolant Diverter Valve replaced. 
285100 mi

C $140
Began losing coolant. one dealer diagnosed as faulty replacement ICE water pump and replaced at no charge (They had already replaced pump 8 months earlier. Coolant loss continued so I took it to another dealer who diagnosed faulty rad cap. Second dealer diagnosed and replaced faulty rad cap. Cost $130, No problem since. 
296360 mi

C $5430
Continued coolant loss eventually diagnosed as cracked engine block. Replaced the gasoline engine. 
322400 mi

C $150
Heater produces less and less heat. Dealer replaced thermostat and checked all systems. No fault found. They are now asking Toyota for advice on next step. Unfortunately Toyota National is closed between Christmas and New Years. 
325600 mi

C $690
6 weeks after my original complaint Toyota sent the dealer a list of items to check. I got the car back with no improvement to the heater, and the cooling system was full of air. The labor cost was $690. I can't afford help like that. 
327700 mi

C $385
Replaced front driver side wheel bearing 
125749 mi

US $1569
Water valve assembly, Decarb, Auxiliary battery replaced, water pump replaced 
137800 mi

US $473
Also oil change and left fog light bulb replacement. Requires removal of the skirt below the bumper to access it. 
151700 mi

US $2108
Seals let go, metal filings clogged condenser. Condenser and compressor replaced 
76000 mi

US $3879
Hybrid battery failed and needs to be replaced. Will trade car instead. 
120000 mi

US $400
Noticed a low hum coming from around the front passenger side wheel. Pitch varied with speed of car, not engine, and was louder on left turns. Turned out to be a loose wheel bearing. Replaced bearing/hub assembly. No more hum. 
138000 mi

US $3000
Replaced hybrid battery pack under warranty 
142000 mi

US $600
Left wheel bearing was noisy. Replaced wheel bearing assembly. 
159000 mi

US $175
Replace HID headlight 
166000 mi

US $2000
Hybrid battery pack failure, required replacement 
98000 mi

US $250
Dealer replaced one of the two water pumps on a recall and said the other was leaking, and not covered, so we took it to our regular mechanic and he replaced the second pump. 
159000 mi

US $210
The speedometer, etc... display was increasingly intermittent and was affecting the vehicles operation. A rebuilt unit was purchased and installed. 
162500 mi

US $200
Prior codes were leftovers. Actual codes indicated inverter overheat. Electric side water pump failed. Replaced, ok now. 
165000 mi

US $120
Driver side rear brake light dim. Not a bulb, must replace /entire/ assy. Ordered replacement online, arrived, and while installing noticed driver side brake light out! Ordered that, rush shipping, and installed. Stupid design. 
175860 mi

US $1600
Main battery failed. Not the little 12 volt starter, the big high voltage hybrid battery. Replaced with used / reconditioned battery with a 18 month full warranty and 5 year prorated. Could have gotten a 1 year warranty battery for about $800, or a new battery from the dealer for $2400, but the dealer would not offer ANY warranty! 
198000 mi

US $325
Main (hybrid) battery failed again. Replaced under warranty at cost of labor only. 
199000 mi

US $250
Cooling valve failed. Replaced by part from China via Amazon. Failed again a few months later. 
96000 mi

US $704
Clunking in front end when driving over sharp bumps at low speed. Replaced both front struts, which necessitated a 4-wheel alignment. 
99000 mi

US $2076
Rack & pinion, Half-shaft & Yoke assy, 4-wheel alignment Replace rear struts 
123700 mi

US $447
Replaced inverter water pump. Also recall C0T - Steering shaft. 
116000 mi

US $2100
Hybrid Battery Failed 
70000 mi

US $250
Driver's side transaxle seal replaced. Transaxle fluid replaced also as preventive maintenance. 
112000 mi

US $350
Replaced leaking water pump and replaced engine coolant 
131700 mi

US $2000
Temporarily lost brake "boost" and ABS function. Gen2 (2004-2009) cars have an ABS controller w/ brake failure logic that is too unforgiving as the components age. ABS is not re-programmable. ABS controller $1500 parts, $400 labor. Air bags warning light came on intermittently. Wiggled 2 connectors under seat to turn it off. Factory bulletin said new seat harness, $1300 labor. Bought 2 under seat connectors & 6" of wire each side. Dealer spliced in. $!35.00 
223000 mi

US $2000
I originally was working to rebalance my hybrid battery, but I never got the vehicle back to good condition. I chose to replace with a new hybrid (traction) battery. 
46000 mi

US $500
Front stabilizer bar/assy replaced 
65300 mi

US $682
Front wheel bearing needed replacement - many potholes in MA are hard to see at night. 
120000 mi

US $530
Rear right wheel speed sensor sustained heat damage; suspect friction caused by foreign material/road debris. 
137400 mi

US $718
Corrosion had deteriorated the functioning of the strut on one side; other side strut had already been replaced earlier due to a collision. 
140700 mi

US $818
Front left CV axle has a crack and is leaking grease. Replaced shaft assy. 
160000 mi

US $797
One of the rear strut assembly springs had broken (normal wear, tear & corrosion). Both rear strut assemblies replaced. 
163492 mi

US $1099
Replaced right wheel bearing. Freed frozen tie rod end. 
242000 mi

US $300
The A/C blower died. It kept on shorting out while driving. Sometimes the a/c will be on and sometimes it wouldn't. When I went over big bumps in the road, it would sometimes turn on. Blower was $150 and labor was $150. 
241500 mi

US $2000
The A/C compressor oil leaked out of the evaporator, causing the A/C compressor to explode. Small metal shards flew around the A/C pipes and shredded the lines. I had warm A/C, but the car sounded like a blender with the many metal shards. 
244000 mi

US $150
Noticed uneven braking. Adjusted brake pedal/pads. Headlights pointed down at my shoes so they were adjusted up 
245000 mi

US $2300
CEL P0A80: Hybrid Battery Failure. Battery level would quickly charge to full and quickly fall, causing the engine to run constantly. Reduced power. 
247000 mi

US $600
The A/C compressor exploded again sending metal shard throughout the system again. Compressor was covered under a 1 year warranty. 

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2005 Toyota Prius 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

192500 mi

US $2600
Replaced the hybrid traction battery ourselves. 
258000 mi

US $140
We had recharged the AC two or three weeks prior to the visit to the shop so we asked the shop to look for a leak in the AC system. They did not find one and think that the leak is in the evaporator under the dash. 

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2004 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

161000 mi

US $3000
Replace Hybrid Battery Pack 
96000 mi

US $545
P1121 code, changed coolant valve and also replaced gas hose and gas cap also replaced gas hose and gas cap 
112600 mi

US $3900
Battery failed, and had to get new Battery. Instead of replacing dead cells, replaced entire battery. 
96000 mi

US $200
Water pump leaking. Water pump was previously repaired under recall. 
151000 mi

US $1200
Replace hybrid water pump and leaking radiator. 
152000 mi

US $145
AC was not delivering cold air. System was checked for leaks and recharged. 
119800 mi

US $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. 
106000 mi

US $400
Gas engine water pump was considered leaking by the dealer. Not noticed by owner. 
110300 mi

US $346
Water pump and thermostat had to be replaced 
116400 mi

US $345
Rear passenger tail light replaced. 
134997 mi

US $2600
Hybrid Battery Replaced. Car 14 years old. Low mileage. Claimed it was because of age. 
140000 mi

US $2400
ABS actuator malfunctioned. ABS, Brake and (!) lights all on. Brakes were bled, but did not repair problem. 
130000 mi

US $450
Water pump replaced. Impellor bearing bad 
150000 mi

US $2000
New condenser and valve 
214500 mi

US $999
Hybrid battery failed after 215,000 miles. Went to a local service that installs re-manufactured batteries. Repair only took a couple hours. Car drives great now and gets better gas mileage. 
58900 mi

C $400
Dealer replaced O2 sensor, but check engine light still came on. I then purchased a ScanGauge for $170 to clear and diagnose the problem. 
61380 mi

C $366
Check Engine light P0031 fixed by replacing air-fuel ratio sensor. I purchased the replacement sensor over the Internet since dealer price was high. 
116560 mi

C $730
Replaced oxygen and air/fuel sensors to clear check engine light.  Also replaced a leaking exhaust gasket. Dealer also replaced inverter cooling pump at no cost (recall). Replaced brake fluid (maintenance item). 
141020 mi

C $350
Replaced stainless steel muffler since it had developed a hole. 
164480 mi

C $565
Noise proportional to speed and steering. Bought new Chinese made hubs online and got local shop to replace both front wheel bearings. 
189720 mi

C $200
I noticed that the rubber accordian boots protecting the shock absorbers had deteriorated so I replaced them with new made-in-China strut assemblies. Had to spend $100 on tools such as a torque wrench. Also hit the windshield with a wrench, cracked it, requiring a $500 replacement. 
205840 mi

C $350
Hood release cable broke. Couldn't open the hood. Dealer installed new cable 
205840 mi

C $2349
Condenser and compressor replaced. (I tried recharge first but that didn't fix it) 
212889 mi

C $140
Replaced rear struts. One of the springs had broken, probably when car was overloaded. 
212350 mi

C $150
Rear hatch garnish broke. Replaced with reinforced part. 
213665 mi

C $202
Exhaust shield above catalytic converter rusted and loose. Dealer secured it. 
218860 mi

C $200
Dealer fixed loose heat shield in the rear (different one than before) that was rattling 
106500 mi

US $478
non-hybrid battery 
120000 mi

US $810
I got the red triangle of death and had the car towed to my dealership. It ended up being that the car was almost out of oil Dealer said the sway bar was leaking and needed to be replaced on the front end. 
129000 mi

US $128
The windshield washers had stopped working. It was discovered that the wires to the unit had been chewed up, more than likely by squirrels. 
130000 mi

US $1000
All four struts were leaking and needed to be replaced. 
147600 mi

US $360
Craig's List ad for main battery repair due to lower charging over several months and unusual charge rates. Check performed on all cells and two replaced. Solved inconsistency noted in battery feedback and MPG improved to 49 from 44. 
149000 mi

US $320
Replaced 12 volt battery, the 2nd replacement; both covering approximately 75k miles. Off brand install. required new connecting cables for both posts. Procured replacement front end shocks on EBay for $80. Shop installed units and performed alignment for $240. Notable improvement after 150,000 miles on original equipment 
152000 mi

US $450
Had main battery checked and replaced three of 28 cells. Charging of battery had been rapid cycle indicating a problem which was resolved 
155200 mi

US $1770
3RD RESOLUTION OF WEAKENING DRIVE BATTERY. BOUGHT NEW G3 BUILT ON G2 FRAME FROM NJ SUPPLIER. INSTALLED BY LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DID FIX #2 REPLACING 3 ELEMENTS IN NOV 2015, 
145000 mi

US $1500
Water pump was replaced. Rear brakes were locking up. Steering sector shaft. 
189000 mi

US $900
HV Battery died. R&R Battery. Works fine now 
290000 mi

US $320
Pinging during half throttle going up hills. Throttle body and intake had carbon that may have been affecting fuel mixture. Components cleaned. 
306000 mi

US $500
Cat and spark plugs replaced. Resolved pinging problem experienced since 2014. 
323000 mi

US $300
Hybrid battery failed. Replaced battery with a used battery 
326000 mi

US $1800
Traction battery was replaced with a lower mileage battery. 
385000 mi

US $250
Thermal storage pump failed and was replaced. 
42145 mi

US $164
AC Condenser leak 
180000 mi

US $200
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 
196000 mi

US $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. 
211000 mi

US $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. 
213000 mi

US $170
The 12v battery was finally showing it's age. Replaced it with an Optima Yellow-Top (with Japanese thin terminals). 
280000 mi

US $300
Rear Muffler - Hole in exhaust pipe 

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2003 Toyota Prius

Engine not specified

137000 mi

US $2600
failure of accumulator and replace rear pads 

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2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan

70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

157100 mi

US $1500
Red triangle on dash. Need new battery. Replaced with rebuild from GreenTec in Sacramento. 
160000 mi

US $500
Check engine light. Code 3130. Need new inverter coolant pump. Mechanic says radiator leaks. Cost estimate $1000. 
129000 mi

US $150
Air conditioner needed refrigerant refill 
141000 mi

US $550
Replaced auxiliary battery 
164000 mi

US $1225
Replaced both McPherson struts 
133500 mi

US $887
electric pump in cooling system of hybrid/electrical drive system failed. Had to chase the problem, then take front bumper off and left headlight out, to replace this 'coolant pump'. 
145000 mi

US $2950
Electric portion of transmission failed ..sublet from my mechanics shop to 'expert on CVT' ..new electric motor rebuild, torque converter, cooling elements for electric, and one cel of 32 in main battery. NOW, runs fine..cost vs time..equal 
161000 mi

US $760
Transmission mount broke, dropping transmission case onto left front axle... REquired new mount and new axle 
164100 mi

US $400
Cells in main battery failed. Replaced 2 cells. problem solved. 
171658 mi

US $350
One bad cell inside main battery. Mechanic replaced it within few hours, for $350 charge. Car again running fine. 
178000 mi

US $1800
had replaced cells in main battery over past two years. but this time, when another cell failed, I decided to replace the main battery. Independent garage owner, with whom I have dealt for several years and serviced the 2003 Prius, ordered a rebuilt main battery, with price of total job.. $1800 installed... very satisfied with his work. 
194831 mi

US $200
Aux. 12 c battery died after 2 yrs and 1 month. Battery had 100% replacement for within 2 years, then 50% charge for next two years...cost for labor NOT included in battery warranty. So, out with old battery, in with new battery, checked electricals... all other Okay. 
174400 mi

US $1200
Catalytic converter 
77500 mi

US $2100
Both the brake actuator and the brake accumulator needed replacing. 
160300 mi

US $100
car won't run 2 min without warning lights 
160300 mi

US $2500
This car was not running right when i purchased and it's not running at all now. I removed the HV Battery and ordered a rebuilt one. 
152000 mi

US $1310
replace coolant flow control valve replace main 100amp fuse 

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2002 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan

70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

110000 mi

US $2800
MG1 hybrid electric traction motor failed. 
70000 mi

US $7000
Power inverter coolant pump failed; told had to replace both pump and inverter. Requested dealer repair comp parts, since car only a couple of months out of warranty; they refused. When the car was returned the AC did not work, 2nd repair Car returned from power inverter replacement; AC fan worked but air not cold; told "not their fault," cost $1500 to repair/replace compressor. 
205800 mi

US $2450
traction battery (the big one) tested bad, with two cells failing. Throwing codes and red triangle warning icons. Installed refurbished battery 
224000 mi

US $516
Inverter electric water pump replaced,none in USA per dealer had to use rental for week. 
232000 mi

US $350
Rear axle bearing making noise on passenger side. Only solution is to replace bearing. Dealer is only place to get replacement part! 
250000 mi

US $2633
I found Greentec auto online and ordered a replacement 1st gen battery pack. They came down from Dallas and removed/installed battery pack behind back seat.The total bill was for labor, material and sales tax. 
257000 mi

US $348
Replaced right front drive shaft and CV joint 
267000 mi

US $125
Replaced the blower fan for the fourth time since originally purchasing car 14 years ago. 
130000 mi

US $21500
main computer at 16,000 miles (very cold -25 degrees) replaced no problem. warranty No other problems / repairs 
155000 mi

US $1100
sensor, communication between motor and hybrid system 
182000 mi

US $640
Left front wheel bearing replaced. 
192700 mi

US $249
wheel bearing front driver side, saved hub 
168200 mi

US $1700
MG2 stator burnt, replaced. 
116000 mi

US $5200
Transducing axle replaced, plate slipping 
129000 mi

US $799
Fuel pump failed - had to replace both pump and fuel tank as they are one unit in this Prius. This vehicle is a piece of s---. 
130000 mi

US $266
Small 12v. battery died. Had to purchase at dealer because 2002 Prius has a different battery than the newer ones, and nobody else had one. 
119140 mi

€1500
Car entered limp mode, with only electric motors working (gasoline engine would not start). After a tow to the dealer, the car was diagnosed with a catalytic converter failure, which was replaced. 
119660 mi

€1500
Car drove normally, except for a loud whine and a shudder when starting from a complete stop. OBD2 scanner showed excessive MG2 temperatures, so the shop replaced the motor assembly. (Repair cost is approximate) 
120280 mi

€150
Replaced HV battery wiring harness (corroded). Problem was discovered with Toyota OBD scanner while trying to diagnose another problem (engine not starting). Engine started then stalled after a few seconds. Fixed by cleaning the throttle body. 
64920 mi

US $150
Replace Crankshaft Position Sensor (warranty), replace weatherstripping in trunk 
88187 mi

US $900
Replace Steering ECU and Steering Rack Assembly (covered under warranty), replace 4 tires, 4 wheel alignment, 90,000 mile service 
116694 mi

US $1717
Replace Hybrid Battery - 50/50 split of cost with dealer 
129000 mi

US $400
wheel bearings (one wheel) 
154500 mi

US $650
Front struts replaced 
157000 mi

US $1400
Catalytic converter replacement 
180500 mi

US $1600
Hybrid Battery needed rebuild 
225000 mi

US $2150
HV battery failed and replaced 
234000 mi

US $120
exhaust gas leak. Attempted replacing both donut gaskets to no avail. trying other things next. Strut noise evident in front and back. Not repaired yet. 
235000 mi

US $550
sway bar bushings bad - bolts snapped off and had to lower front frame to fix. major job fixing 2 broken bolts. 
242000 mi

US $300
Front struts replaced due to noise. 
250000 mi

US $260
front brake calipers frozen up and dragging. 
295000 mi

US $1100
both lower control arm bushing were worn out. front right wheel bearing worn out Plug for catalytic warm up valve broken wire 
299300 mi

US $500
rear connector link worn out. 
307000 mi

US $380
left front wheel bearing noise repaired with bearing and casting replaced. 
342000 mi

US $900
subframe broken during replacement of bushings. Shop at fault, but would not take responsibility. 
361000 mi

US $250
hydraulic lines rotted out. 
120000 mi

US $2000
electric brake booster pump leaking brake fluid. 

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2001 Toyota Prius

Engine not specified

278000 mi

US $3000
Battery died 

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2001 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan

70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

74000 mi

US $287
green air conditioning button blinking green turn button off and on, air works for a while then blinks again 
75000 mi

US $287
air conditiong light still blinking in above 80F temps. Napa Auto Repair Center confirmed Toyota dealers initial diagnosis of bad air conditioner compressor. Opted to have Napa do the repair in the spring 
80000 mi

US $1014
Noted air conditioner not working 1 week after purchased as a used car in 2010. Dealer would not fix - stated not under warrenty. Took in for repairs due to severe heat this summer.  
140000 mi

US $1000
Inverter water pump failure. 
78000 mi

US $3100
Big (270 volt) battery replaced. 
99000 mi

US $2157
replace main battery with refurbished. also replace serpentine belt, cracked, cooling system flush / inverter, drain and fill transmission fluid. car owner paid FULL cost of repair. 
117900 mi

US $104
electric window got stuck in the down position. Dealer got it up and put a screw back in, said the motor is making a sound and will eventually need to be replaced. (approx $500 repair). 
117000 mi

US $1300
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. 
117500 mi

US $431
Replaced Air Flow Sensor, $253 Repair CD Hinge Replace owner-supplied blower control assembly; $153 labor and $25 used part 
120000 mi

US $745
Replaced a/c radiator/condenser 
129000 mi

US $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. 
148000 mi

US $3100
HV (hybrid) battery had a bad module, required replacing and new harnesses. Auxiliary battery was weak, needed replacing. 
187000 mi

US $270
Car had check engine and major warning lights come on. I coasted it to a stop, had it towed it to auto mechanic. DTCs included for Aux battery, transaxle, inverter. DTCs localized to MG2 (= the larger of 2 electric motor/generators in HV transaxle assembly). Said to replace full Transaxle for $5,400. Luscious Garage in SF does MG2 replacements for $2,700. But I'd need to get car towed to SF. 
195000 mi

US $3000
Replaced MG2, the motor generator. 
245300 mi

US $1415
catalytic converter needed to be replaced, since Calif. will be requiring smog checks sometime in 2015 
250000 mi

US $850
needed new struts on both sides, had gone for so long on bad struts that the bearing plates had to be replaced too. 
274200 mi

US $480
rear driver side wheel bearing replaced 
280100 mi

US $2500
HV Battery replacement. Replaced with battery from re-involt. 
289000 mi

US $200
One sway bar end was loose, so both were replaced 
196540 mi

C $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. 
119200 mi

US $603
the auxiliary battery was failing 
133900 mi

US $2050
Received a reconditioned "main" battery pack, from Green Tec up in Sacramento, CA. Pack was installed at my home, and old battery pack went to them. $1700 plus $350 for installation. 
140000 mi

US $1500
Brake booster pump failure 
82000 mi

US $279
engine light came on. said gas cap may have not been closed all the way. also had a transmission service. 
98400 mi

US $1000
ABS, forgot exactly what was repaired. 
135000 mi

US $1200
BATTERY AND OTHER PARTS WERE REPLACED. 
101000 mi

US $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? 
142600 mi

C $450
Noise from rear of car increased with speed. Wheel bearing failed. Replaced RIGHT rear hub assembly. 
150040 mi

C $1500
Drive battery replacement 
125860 mi

C $1500
Hybrid Inverter 
213000 mi

US $1000
Needed struts and connecting hardware. Not bad after 213000 miles. 
215000 mi

US $180
Had to clean the Mass Air Sensor and the intake. The motive battery charge was very low which caused the dire warnings and did not let the engine to keep running. 12v battery was low and Toyota wanted $360 for a new one which they did not have in stock. I bought an Optima battery with a conversion kit and did the job myself. 

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