2006 Toyota Prius Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2006	Toyota Prius	62 Prii, 9.9 months of data per Prius, average 98100 miles31	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs see lemon odds

Toyota Prius in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	45000		First odometer entry
Sep	2008	46000	0	CEL came on, Toyota replaced a sensor under extended warranty (some sensor related to the cooling system).  They also replaced the auxiliary audio harness under a TSB at the same time.
Feb	2009	51000	0	Right rear passenger window motor was replaced under extended warranty due to it making a unusual noise (it did still work and perform fine, just a noise issue).
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2008	37000		First odometer entry
Nov	2008	38000	390	Multi Function Display failure. Does not turn on at all.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2012	109000		First odometer entry
May	2012	109000	150	Nav system not totally functional.
Jul	2012	114000	0	Nav system not totally functional when sold.

 

Toyota Prius in Delaware, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2011	31000		First odometer entry
Jan	2012	39000	249	Driver's side headlight was replaced. It still worked, sometimes, but usually went off more than it stayed on. Dealer insisted it needed a new headlight $275 The battery was replaced. It could be jumped and had been charged, but Dealer said it wouldn't hold once it had drained to nothing. The car was new when I got it in 2006, now has 38,000 in 2012, and it is the second new battery required.
Dec	2012	50000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007	7000		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	85000	470	Water pump was just starting to leak
Apr	2013	104000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	130000		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	130000	0	Needed catyltic convertor, new tires and was losing oil

 

Toyota Prius in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2011	139000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	142000	100	Replaced idler pulley.
Mar	2013	160000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	55000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	101300	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.
Mar	2013	115000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	99000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	101000	940	Three way valve in coolant system was stuck. Also, water pump had minor leak. Both were replaced

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	7000		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	120000	650	Engine water pump was leaking. Had it replaced.
Apr	2013	149000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	45000		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	135000	900	Both front wheel bearings failed
Feb	2013			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Hawaii, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	35000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	51000	0	Hybrid inverter pump broke.
Mar	2013	88000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	144000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	145000	4200	Hybrid battery failure
Mar	2011	162000	710	Water pump, $480
Aug	2011	175300	710	Headlamp bulbs, $230
Sep	2011	178000	745	Front shocks, $745.
Dec	2011	187000	35	Replaced license plate illumination, parking lamp bulbs, and the plastic retention clips that hold the interior hatch panel that must be removed for access to the plate lamps, (the very expensive clips of course shatter as panel is removed)
Feb	2012	194000	174	12V battery died
Mar	2012	196000	800	Replace worn front strut shocks
Apr	2012	198000	121	Dash rheostat malfunctioned
Mar	2013	217000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2008	29000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	54000	119	brake actuator makes a chirp/squeak when car is stopped. TSB BR001-07 describes situation. 1st step is to bleed the brakes and see if problem still exists, which it did. 2nd step (not taken) is to replace the $1200.00+ brake actuator.
Sep	2012	79000	82	Sheathing covering rear hatch release has turned into a sticky, gooey, mess. Rubber sheath is not sold separately, replacement of hatch release switch is required ($72 + $10 shipping). Web search shows this as a frequent problem.
Mar	2013	83000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	61000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	62000	400	Computer died this time battery car would not shut off transmission kept shifting in neutral while driving all dash lights came on car would not start or shift water pump leaking 275$ head lamp front right replacement of all wiring (fried) replacement of actuator replacement of another actuator replaced battery had no brakes!
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	126000		First odometer entry
Apr	2011	127000	20	Passenger HID headlight intermittently faded out while driving (turning headlights off and on again made it work temporarily). Replaced passenger side HID bulb ourselves; $20 per bulb bought online. Took two hours, but probably half hour if experienced.
May	2011	128000	0	Driver's side headlight intermittently failing. Couldn't DIY on driver's side. Shop removed bumper for headlight access, replaced bulb with one we'd bought online. They charged 1/2 hour labor. Attempted to DIY drivers side headlight change. Gave up after 2 hours trying to remove cover; space too cramped to DIY. Took to shop (mentioned in separate entry).
Jan	2012	140000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	46000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	100000	0	Hybrid battery defective. Battery was on back order and took over 6 weeks to arrive at dealership
Mar	2013	119000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	67000		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	75000	220	HID headlights began to fail. Replaced for 270 - dealer credit of 50. Cost 220

 

Toyota Prius in New Mexico, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006	1000		First odometer entry
Apr	2011	38000	0	headlight intermittently out on driver side, common with these cars. dealer replaced both HID bulbs. no charge, completed within 2 hours. not a bad experience at all.
Oct	2012	56000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2006	2000		First odometer entry
Jul	2011	46000	800	Yaw sensor for Vehicle Stability Control was replaced and LF speed sensor for Anti-lock Braking System was replaced.
Sep	2011	49000	1014	Transmission fluid leaking from corroded parking cover. Ten hours labor to get to, diagnose and fix leak.
Mar	2013	63000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	39000		First odometer entry
May	2012	114000	1350	Clunking sound on bumps front disc exhibited rusting on edges - could not grind down and pads were replaced
Mar	2013	131000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007		0	Drivers side axle seal went bad. Warranty covered in full. Dealer claims that seal was improperly installed by manufacturer.
Dec	2007		400	Passenger side HID headlight goes out intermittenly. Rumor has it that this problem is very common, and is actually caused by defective bulbs that were installed in 2006 year prius'. Dealer will not cover cost.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007		0	vehicle lost power on hwy 680 nothing was done by toyota to fix this

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006		0	Door panel vibration

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007		0	air con coolant leak when car was new. took TWO visits to get it fixed. no problems the last 12000 miles.

 

Toyota Prius in Nevada, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008		0	Left axle seal replaced under warranty
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011		55	Owner replaced right headlight HID bulb after it started to only light up intermittently.
Sep	2012		55	Owner replaced left headlight HID bulb after it started to only light up intermittently.
Dec	2012	113000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011		319	Water Pump was leaking identified on previous periodic maintenance check. REplaced pump and belt
Dec	2011		454	Had to replace original battery Replaced the engine coolant control valve sensor and coolant.
Apr	2012	117000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Oregon, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006	1000		First odometer entry
May	2013	29000	120	12v battery dead. Called AAA and they replaced with new.

 

Toyota Prius in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2006	5000		First odometer entry
Mar	2013	45000	0	HID headlights failed

 

Toyota Prius in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2012	50000		First odometer entry
May	2012	50500	50	water pump seepage fix and recall work related to acceleration fix (shortening the pedal)
Jan	2013	55000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	24000		First odometer entry
Sep	2012	58000	450	Front driver side wheel bearing replaced.
Dec	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2006	0		First odometer entry
May	2012	88300	250	water pump seal was leaking and was replaced
Mar	2013	103000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in South Africa
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	73160		First odometer entry
Nov	2012	108160	90	I took my car to Toyota and they pulled a P3110 "IGCT Relay Malfunction" and a B2799 "Immobilizer Malfunction" code. They reset, checked and cleared everything and the error hadn't occurred since. Cost me $90.
Mar	2013	112840		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2012	164000		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	165000	0	Still a problem. Weird pattern of warning lights including at times the CEL Car still runs just fine but there is a question as to what systems are working correctly. Will report more as this story unfolds.
Jan	2013	165300	160	12v battery died had to break into car to gain access to battery for replacement. Also one of the headlights died fortunately not HID so no real problem - just annoying. Still a problem with warning lights - Brake, brake ABS and VCS.
Apr	2013	166500	0	Skid control computer died and had to be replaced. Not easy to replace and not at all easy to diagnose. Took three months to track down the problem.
May	2013	167000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2012	122000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	124300	325	broken left rear spring
Mar	2013	129000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2010	79000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	145000	505	Controls on right half of steering column inoperable.
Mar	2013	149000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	50000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	52000	0	Inverter coolant pump replaced under powertrain TSB warranty
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	35000		First odometer entry
Jul	2010	36000	0	Inverter pump failed.
Nov	2011	53000	0	Erroneous gas gauge reading - gauge showed 1/8 tank when more than half full of gas. Dealer "reset" the gauge reading.
Dec	2011	54000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006		0	replaced rear camera on rear hatch, under warranty
Jun	2008	35400	111	35,000 mile service and 4-wheel alignment. Replaced right side HID bulb under warranty
Apr	2009	45000	135	While in for Oil, Filter, and wheel alignment the technician discovered that the water pump was leaking which also affected several belts. The water pump and belts were replaced under warranty.
Jun	2010	59000	0	water pump was leaking causing a loss of coolant. Car was flatbed towed to dealer for repair.
Nov	2011	80000	0	The 12v battery, which was replaced 18 mos. prior had failed. The dealer replaced it at no cost to me.
Mar	2013	98000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	44000		First odometer entry
Apr	2008	52000	0	Driver side headlight shuts off randomly. I was told that both HLs need to be replaced at a cost of ~900.00. I am shopping for aftermarket lamps.
Jun	2008	58000	90	Replaced HID bulbs, sourced on eBay and installed myself. Cost $90 for the repair.
May	2009	80300	0	Hybrid traction battery failure, replaced under warranty
Jun	2011	119000	114	Inverter coolant pump faulty per Toyota TSB/recall. Throwing up error messages on the dashboard and about to fail completely. Parts replaced under warranty.
Mar	2013	140000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	8060		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	27900	0	Thought that the front hood was warping. Husband brought my car for regular oil change. Dealer said that the light was broke and would cost $233 to replace, not including time. The work was not done. I returned 21Feb and had to insist to manager ...
Dec	2011	108500		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Tasmania, Australia
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2007	5580		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	14880	0	Nav system failed to correctly show position. New map disk fitted to solve problem.
Jul	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2006	4000		First odometer entry
Sep	2008	34000	0	Front right head light would turn off while driving. Turning lights off and on again would turn head light back on, but only for a short period of time when it would turn off again. Problem was covered by a TSB.
Aug	2009	53000	250	A/C blower motor stopped functioning.
Jul	2011	89000	900	Cracked radiator, leaking water. Water pump, etc repaired/replaced.
Sep	2011	92000	350	AC blower motor went out and had to be replaced.
Sep	2012	109000	450	Front axle seal leaking
Mar	2013	116000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2006	9000		First odometer entry
Nov	2008	37000	0	HID headlights fine first 2 years, 10 months, then intermittent failures began. Lights would always turn on, then would go out after 5-25 minutes of driving. Sometimes left, sometimes right, sometimes both. Believe defects in original bulb manufacture.
Nov	2011	72000	290	Right High-Intensity-Discharge headlight failed, both license plate bulbs failed. Bumper cover must be removed to replace headlight bulb so had dealer do it. Total cost for light bulb fixes, $290. Headlight bulb was three years old.
Mar	2012	74000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2007	14000		First odometer entry
Oct	2008	26000	0	I experienced the HID headlight problem that is somewhat common on the 2006 prius (The Headlights dim, blink, or go out while driving and don't restart). The dealer replaced both bulbs as directed by a TSB. Dropped off 9am, picked up 5pm next day.
Jul	2010	46700	0	Problem presented as a rumbling/vibration sound that got loud at around 45MPH. right front wheel bearing was bad. Replaced under powertrain warranty.
Mar	2012	65000	1	the power lock actuator motors broke for the front driver and read driver side doors. I took the door panels apart and took the actuators out for repair. I sanded the communicators on the DC motors, reassembled, and reinstalled.
Jun	2012	69000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007	3000		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	15000	0	The housing that held the gas fill door assembly came loose. A new one was installed.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Mexico, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2006	18000		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	36000	0	Brake system made noise when car was stopped and brakes were firmly pressed. Brake actuator replaced according to TSB. Coolant transfer pump made high pitched whine on start-up and shut-down, especially in cold weather. Pump replaced under warranty.
Aug	2011	121000	315	Weeping engine coolant pump replaced.
Mar	2012	135000	850	Replaced HV battery due to reduced battery capacity resulting in poor climbing performance.
Jun	2012	142000	1300	Transaxle failed and was replaced with salvage transaxle.
Mar	2013	157000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006	37000		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	39000	0	Poor MPG 42
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006	2000		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	6000	0	Left rear passenger seat does not lock into place. Service Mgr could not get it locked into place either. When I picked up the car, I was told by him that the Service Tech said I needed to "slam" it harder. However, the right rear seat does not need t
Sep	2007	22000	0	Car started making a "flapping" sound in the front left panel, possibly near the left wheel. Sound only heard above 45mph, especially noticeable on the fwy. It started out occassionally and inconsistently, but eventually became louder and more noticeabl
Jan	2008	33000	0	Problem 1: Brake actuator makes squeaking noise when brake pedal depressed, but dealer could not duplicate problem. TBS issued for Brake actuator, but not covered after 36K miles. Problem
Oct	2008	48000	85	Car makes an ANNOYING rattling sound in mid-dash area, above the MFD screen. Mechanics admit hearing rattling, but unsure of exact problem. They would need the car for another whole day to rip out the dash and see if they could diagnose & repair rattle.
May	2010	85000	330	Needed new H20 pump.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Hampshire, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006	2000		First odometer entry
Nov	2006	5000	50	Tire press. light came on while driving, stopped and put air in and tried to reset but the light did not go off. More user error- I didn't hold the set button down long enough and they put in a little more air.
Dec	2009	36000	133	suddenly could not start car, but they could with my other key and reprogrammed the car, something about the immobilizer.
Dec	2011	52000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2006	5000		First odometer entry
Mar	2007	23000	0	Screen has gone out on several occassions, mostly when really hot outside. Screen replaced by dealer.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Arkansas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2006	6000		First odometer entry
Apr	2007	14000	0	Replaced key fob.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007		0	Have had intermittent cracking noise in steering column or rack and pinion. Dealer has looked for the cause of the problem on two occasions but could not pinpoint the problem. Otherwise trouble free.
Oct	2007	31300	0	Took my Prius in to the service department again to diagnose a cracking noise and sensation that can be felt in the steering wheel. It is an intermittent problem and as with the two other times I have taken the car in it didn't make a sound for the techni
Dec	2007	32000	0	I located the cause of the cracking noise in my steering column by myself. The plastic in the dash must be rubbing on the column. Adjusting the wheel up and down eliminates the problem.
May	2011	58000	0	Replaced halogen headlight. Very difficult to replace. Not the best engineering for replacement.
Sep	2012	72500	15	I replaced passenger side headlight bulb.
Apr	2013	81000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006			First odometer entry
Oct	2006		0	Replace ABS actuator and resistor. Separate trip to reconnect dimmer switch on dash.
Sep	2007	18000	0	MFD does not always switch to back up camera when car shifted into reverse. Random occurances. Could not replicate in shop.
Dec	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	3000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	90000	450	Leaking water pump was replaced by dealer. Requested new serpentine belt since old one had 88,250 on it and there would be no additional labor charge.
Sep	2012	124000	245	Front right HID headlight started working intermittently. They said the entire front bumper had to be removed in order to replace it, which added to the cost of course.
Oct	2012	126000	28	Right (passenger) front foot well was getting very wet. The AC drain line was clogged. The dealer cleaned it out, dried the carpeting and floor mat. The floor is staying dry.
Mar	2013	131000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2007	16000		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	29000	0	Driver side head light intermittently fails, or drops in output. Turning the lights off and then on generally fixes the problem, for a short time. These are HID lights.
Feb	2009	30000	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.
Jun	2009	35000	0	Passenger side HID lamp became intermittent. Dealer replaced light and both ballasts, under warranty.
Nov	2011	55000	0	Automatic open/close feature of driver's window quit. Relay was replaced.
Mar	2013	68000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2006	12000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	68000	50	Replace leaking water pump
Jan	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006	1000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	35000	450	CEL on w/ many codes-most caused by aftermarket installation. Xtra time taken for repair to isolate & repair real problem-dirty sensor.
Aug	2011	46700	0	Problem w sound system. Incorrectly diagnosed 1st time, pointed out while still there. After approx 4 hours, 2 more hours, they got it right. (1st diag was for me to pay, 2nd turned out to be covered under warranty)
Sep	2011	47000	0	Part installed, audio problem fixed.
Mar	2013	50000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Kentucky, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2006	5000		First odometer entry
Aug	2009	41000	0	Slow (at the time of repair) coolant leak at the water pump. Water pump replaced under warranty and the leak was fixed.
Mar	2013	80000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2006	5000		First odometer entry
Nov	2009	69000	0	Water pump leakage identified during oil change and lube
Nov	2011	94000	250	12 volt battery died...car did not start
Mar	2013	106000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	18000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	30000	0	Mechanic found that the water pump was leaking and replaced it on warrantee.
Mar	2012	40000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	0		First odometer entry
Oct	2006	4000	0	Rear stereo speakers never worked; repair was fixing a loose speaker wire.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	1000		First odometer entry
May	2010	78300	15	headlight out...owner replaced
Dec	2010	87000	15	Head light out, replaced by owner
Jan	2011	87000	0	Recall to replace hybrid inverter coolant pump. recall to secure floor mat and reconfigure gas pedal..........
Jan	2012	110300	15	Owner replaced curb side head light.
Mar	2013	130000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Utah, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006	3000		First odometer entry
May	2010	43000	0	Inverter pump was starting to make a lot of noise at shut down. While my car was being serviced for the recall, I mentioned the problem to the dealership, and there was a tsb out on the problem. They replaced the pump quickly and well.
Mar	2013	67000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	14000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	30000	115	I went in for 30k maintenance and also for squeaky coolant pump under TSB 0087-08, and also a squeaky rear window. They could not replicate either of my problems, and nothing was fixed. I was very disappointed and angry with them for not fixing anything
Sep	2009	31000	0	windows squeak on way down in hot weather
Jan	2010	35000	0	squealing noise coming from coolant pump. replaced under TSB 0087-08
Mar	2011	47000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	2000		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	33000	0	The volume on the radio would go down to zero or way up all of the sudden while driving. The 6 CD changer had to be replaced under the extended warranty. Radio was actually replaced on this trip. For the previous one, they had to figure out what the problem was.
Jul	2011	70000	0	Right passenger wheel bearing was making a sound. Needed to be replaced. some nut was damaged and needed to be replaced as well. They needed a few days because extended warranty people had to randomly inspect. Would have been $1K.
May	2012	80000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2008	59000		First odometer entry
Jan	2009	59000	125	Left headlight HID was blinking off at random times. Technician could not definitively diagnose problem. Charged me 125$ for one hour diagnosis labor. They did replace HID bulb (stated 330.00 value) under warranty.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	21000		First odometer entry
Jan	2009	56000	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
Jun	2009	62000	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
Apr	2010	79000	0	A/C Condensor leaking
Nov	2010	90000	0	HID Headlights are self leveling but the drivers headlight was pointed high. After checking the leveling system it was determined that the gears the move to level the light needed cleaning as they were all "Gunked up" problem solved
Mar	2013	135000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2008	47000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	60000	0	Noisy thermos water pump.
Jan	2012	110300	200	Replace muffler - can rusted through, no longer attached to pipe towards resonator.
Mar	2013	133000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	72000		First odometer entry
May	2009	83000	400	Driver side headlight turning off after a while. Paid $600 for similar issue on passenger side 2+ years ago. Problem worsened recently; independent shop replaced the bulb in early April, but problem got even worse. Problem still exists, but less frequent.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	49000		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	56000	0	Prius stopped running, but limped to dealership. Main battery and several other items replaced. Cost not disclosed.
Jan	2009	58000	0	To diagnose low gas mileage; reported to be result of higher ethanol levels & not a problem with car; skeptical.
Mar	2013	132000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	0		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	46000	150	HID headlight failed just past time warranty (37 months), with 46,000 miles. Manufacturer goodwill covered cost of bulbs (both headlights). Paid labor only.
Sep	2012	101000	300	Both HID headlights replaced.
Mar	2013	109000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2006	6000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	41000	0	Noisy coolant recirculating pump. Installed parts.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Prius in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2008	21000		First odometer entry
May	2008	22000	0	Replaced driver headlamp assembly for internal condensation.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.