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Toyota Prius Prime repairs by problem area

Engine (0%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (26%)

Other (32%)

Chart based on 19 repairs.
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Toyota Prius Prime other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Toyota Prius Prime 4dr Hatch

95-horsepower 1.8L I4 Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD

6000 mi

US $700
Replaced both front tires. Right front had a sidewall tear from a stone curb. Purchased two new wheels since the Prius Prime does not include a spare tire of any sort. Used the Left Front tire on OEM wheel as spare tire. 
29950 mi

US $175
12v battery tested "bad" while had car in for reg sched maintenance / oil change / etc ... about 4-1/2 yrs old and about 29,000 miles at time ... had replacement battery installed 
46 mi Tire failure within first 5 miles after vehicle was sitting in lot for 1 year before being sold. dealer covered cost of new tire. 
6000 mi

US $135
Replace a bad tire. 
1500 mi Slight tire vibration. Dealer test drove and no problem found. Still have tire vibration at highway speed. 
900 mi Re installed door handles upside down 

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