| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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%)
Chart based on 232 repairs.
2004 Toyota Prius other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (7%)
$100 - $499 (14%)
< $100 (79%)
Chart based on 14 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
| 182000 mi | "Splash shield" (black plastic thing between engine and bumper on bottom of car) came loose and started dragging on ground. It is damaged beyond repair. I have zip-tied it in place until I have time to fabricate a replacement. |
| 197000 mi US $30 |
Rear hatch struts no longer had enough pressure to hold hatch up in cold/rainy weather. Replaced both in under 20 min for about $30. |
| 64407 mi | Water pump failed prematurely - exhibited loud noises. Replaced under warranty at no charge. |
| 65245 mi | Replaced failed headlight leveling sensor under warranty - no charge. |
| 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. |
| 114000 mi US $60 |
Drivers side seat belt difficult to unbuckle. Replace female end of belt. |
| 137040 mi C $800 |
The front driver's side wheel bearings needed to be replaced. |
| 167400 mi C $70 |
Wipers stopped working. Linkage failed. Replaced with used part from ebay. |
| 205840 mi C $350 |
Hood release cable broke. Couldn't open the hood. Dealer installed new cable |
| 227398 mi C $24 |
Replaced door check on right rear door since it would not stay open. |
| 21200 mi | Replace hood latch |
| 52000 mi US $67 |
Defective Shade, driver's side. Would not stay up out of the way, could not push fully forward. Seam splitting. Replaced with new one. |
| 53000 mi | Dash on passenger side is warping and interferes with opening top of glovebox. |
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