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2004 Toyota Prius repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (6%)

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2004 Toyota Prius brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $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.

2004 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatch

76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

140000 mi

US $2400
ABS actuator malfunctioned. ABS, Brake and (!) lights all on. Brakes were bled, but did not repair problem. 
324000 mi

US $15
Replaced spiral spring (clock spring) in steering wheel. 
145000 mi

US $1500
Rear brakes were locking up. 
291700 mi

US $15
Damn front brakes wore out after 285 thousand miles. Seriously, the car uses reverse EMF (charging of the traction battery) to slow the car 90% of the time, making the brakes last a really long time. I see a front wheel bearing in my future 
115940 mi

C $340
The calipers were sticking and needed to be re-adjusted. 
114000 mi

US $350
Car brought in for idiot light (ESC needed recalibration). 
105000 mi

US $42
Hydraulic squeak in right front of Prius when brake depressed. Required bleeding the right front caliper. Note: the dealer wanted to do a full front brake job (pads & rotors) for over $450. None of that work was required. 

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2004 Toyota Prius Brake Problems

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