2002 Toyota Prius Toyota Prius 2002

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2002 Toyota Prius repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

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

Other (3%)

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2002 Toyota Prius brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan

70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

121000 mi

€60
Noticed a weird "barking" noise originating from ABS brake actuator, especially when cold. Brake actuator replaced with a used one. Issue persists. 
81000 mi

US $465
caliper failed, driver's side. resulted in needing new pads and rotors 
184000 mi ABS light went on. Brakes had extremely low pressure after a hard stop one day. It still worked but was extremely slow to respond to the brake. Felt incredibly unsafe to drive. 
120000 mi

US $2000
electric brake booster pump leaking brake fluid. 
250000 mi

US $260
front brake calipers frozen up and dragging. 
259000 mi newly installed caliper was defective from factory. AutoZone caliper seized up when heated. Took 2 weeks to debug. 
361000 mi

US $250
hydraulic lines rotted out. 

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2002 Toyota Prius Brake Problems

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