We matched this check to 1.8L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Prius.
What may matter at this mileage
Reports of Electrical System:Wiring recall landed in this car’s mileage range. Put it at the top of the inspection list.
Focus the inspection on: Electrical System recall.
Now
1 yr12,000 mi
3 yr •36,000 mi
5 yr60,000 mi
Airbags owner reportsThe reported range is above the mileage you may reach
Electrical System:Wiring recallYour mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaignYour mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaignYour mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaignYour mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaignYour mileage may enter the reported range
mileage range in owner reports
If you keep the car
1 yrAbout 12,000 miles. This reaches the reported mileage range for Manufacturer service campaign.
3 yr (yours)About 36,000 miles. This reaches the reported mileage range for Electrical System:Wiring recall.
5 yrAbout 60,000 miles. This reaches the reported mileage range for Electrical System:Wiring recall.
12,000 annual miles · 3-year ownership horizon · Service history is unknown unless verified by the buyer. These ranges come from owner reports. They are not failure rates or predictions.
Mileage ranges in owner reports for each listed problem.
Problem
Severity
Lower mileage
Middle mileage
Higher mileage
Relation to your mileage
Airbags owner reports
Moderate severity
70,000 mi
70,000 mi
70,000 mi
The reported range is above the mileage you may reach
Electrical System:Wiring recall
High severity
22,300 mi
36,000 mi
81,306 mi
Your mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaign
Moderate severity
11,000 mi
39,000 mi
89,682 mi
Your mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaign
Moderate severity
36,000 mi
70,000 mi
89,682 mi
Your mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaign
Moderate severity
13,335 mi
56,000 mi
86,393 mi
Your mileage may enter the reported range
Manufacturer service campaign
Moderate severity
11,375 mi
37,500 mi
81,828 mi
Your mileage may enter the reported range
Why this answer
1Electrical System recall was reported near the mileage this car may reach. Check the car and its repair history before you buy.
2Manufacturer service campaign was reported near the mileage this car may reach. Check the car and its repair history before you buy.
3Manufacturer service campaign was reported near the mileage this car may reach. Check the car and its repair history before you buy.
Conditions to clear first
Electrical System:Wiring recall: Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.
Manufacturer service campaign: Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Electrical System recall
High severity
Evidence: High confidence
Official record covers model years 2017 through 2018.
Symptom
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles.
Why it matters
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
Mileage in the reports
In reports that included mileage, this problem showed up around 22,300 to 81,306 miles.
Based on 3 reports that included mileage. This is not a failure rate or a prediction.
What to inspect
Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.
Ask the inspector to check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
What may help
Confirm the VIN-specific recall status and keep the completion receipt.
Fix listed in the records: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0T.
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Source recordEvidence: High confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit.
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0T.”
Official record covers model years 2017 through 2022.
Symptom
The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
Mileage in the reports
In reports that included mileage, this problem showed up around 11,375 to 81,828 miles.
Based on 22 reports that included mileage. This is not a failure rate or a prediction.
What to inspect
Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Ask the inspector to check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
What may help
Use the official record to focus the inspection and service-history review.
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Source recordEvidence: High confidence
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.”
Official record covers model years 2017 through 2018.
Symptom
Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special Service Campaigns, Toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in Special Service Campaign J0R.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
Mileage in the reports
In reports that included mileage, this problem showed up around 36,000 to 89,682 miles.
Based on 9 reports that included mileage. This is not a failure rate or a prediction.
What to inspect
Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Ask the inspector to check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
What may help
Use the official record to focus the inspection and service-history review.
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Source recordEvidence: High confidence
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special Service Campaigns, Toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in Special Service Campaign J0R. This new method will leverage the Notification application in vehicles with these head units. See images below for examples of the messages that customers will receive.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special Service Campaigns, Toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in Special Service Campaign J0R. This new method will leverage the Notification application in vehicles with these head units. See images below for examples of the messages that customers will receive.”
Official record covers model years 2017 through 2022.
Symptom
Pedestrian alert sounds NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
What to inspect
Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Ask the inspector to check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
What may help
Use the official record to focus the inspection and service-history review.
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Source recordEvidence: High confidence
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.”
4 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention exterior lighting.
Why it matters
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
What to inspect
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Ask the inspector to check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
What may help
Use the inspection and service records to check whether this car shows the reported problem.
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Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“Both taillamps holding moisture. Could cause electrical issues or fire. .. same year and model car have same reported issues and were fixed by manufacturer. This vehicle is the same but different level.”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“The automatic high beams will occasionally fail to operate and are stuck in low beams until about 2 minutes have passed, or until the automatic high beams switch is turned off to disable the system. This seems to be a software issue, as it seems to occur when an approaching vehicle passes by with bright lights. When this happens, all high beams are disabled for a couple of minutes, even if the high beam lever is switched to low beams and back to high.”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“THE CAR IS INADEQUATE IN THE WINTER. WHEN IT SNOWS I CAN'T KEEP THE WINDOWS CLEAN. THEY CHANGED THE FITTINGS AND I CAN'T EVEN PUT WINTER BLADES ON THE CAR. ALSO, AND THIS APPLIES TO ALMOST ALL NEW CARS AS WELL, THE LED LIGHTS FREEZE OVER. IT'S A SAFETY HAZARD NOT TO HAVE LIGHTS THAT WORK. AND IT'S A SAFETY HAZARD TO HAVE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR IN DANGEROUS CONDITIONS TO TRY AND SCRAPE ICE OFF THE WINDOWS AND LIGHTS. THE FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS GET CAKED WITH ICE AND SNOW. THIS PICTURE IS OF MY WINDSHIELD AFTER AN HOUR OF WARMING UP. THE WIPERS STAY CAKED WITH ICE. AND WHEN I TURN THEM ON, THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS. THEY SMEAR THE WINDSHIELD WITH ICE. THEY SMEAR IT WITH WATER TOO. I CAN'T SQUEEGEE WATER WITH ICE. I'D LOVE TO TRADE IT IN, BUT EVERYONE HAS LED LIGHTS. THEY'RE A SAFETY HAZARD. AND THESE ISSUES ARE KEEPING ME FROM BUYING A NEW CAR. I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF YOU ADDRESSED THESE ISSUES. THE CAR COMPANIES WON'T LISTEN TO ME. THANK YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS DIM AND THEN FAIL TO BRIGHTEN INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN DRIVING, AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS FUNCTION AS INTENDED THEN THE DASH INDICATOR SPONTANEOUSLY TURNS OFF AND THE HEADLIGHTS FAIL TO BRIGHTEN. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT TWICE FOR THIS. THE SECOND TIME , THE DEALER WAS ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM BOTH IN MY VEHICLE AND IN A 2019 PRIUS FROM THE INVENTORY. TOYOTA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IS ADAMANT THAT THE PROBLEM IS NORMAL FUNCTIONALITY. I FAIL TO UNDERSTAND HOW THE HIGH BEAMS NOT BRIGHTENING WHEN THEY SHOULD DURING NIGHT DRIVING IS NORMAL FUNCTIONALITY.”
3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention air bags.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
Mileage in the reports
In reports that included mileage, this problem showed up around 70,000 to 70,000 miles.
Based on 1 report that included mileage. This is not a failure rate or a prediction.
What to inspect
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Ask the inspector to check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
What may help
Use the inspection and service records to check whether this car shows the reported problem.
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Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED INTO THE HIGHWAY, WITHOUT STOPPING, AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE FENDER OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION, INCLUDING BACK, NECK, ANKLE AND HEAD INJURIES. HE ALSO STATED THAT HE RIPPED THE TENDON ON THE RING FINGER. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED AND WAS TOWED TO A TOW YARD. THE DEALER WAS NOT CALLED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 70,000. *LN*JB”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The Airbag lights were lit, the person sitting with seatbelt on (flashing) and the person sitting with an inflated airbag in front of them. I ran an OBD2 scan on SRS and got code B1656. Driver seat belt buckle Left Hand. I Investigated the latch and found one wire was snapped off and a couple of inches shorter that the wire that was still connected. I have included 2 pictures of the back end of the seat belt latch. You can see the broken wire and where it use to be connected.”
3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention structure.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
What to inspect
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Ask the inspector to check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
What may help
Use the inspection and service records to check whether this car shows the reported problem.
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Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“ON DEC 2, 2020 WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT ABOUT 45-50 MPH OUR SUNROOF EXPLODED CAUSING US TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE SHADE WAS CLOSED WHICH SAVED US FROM EXPLODING GLASS. THERE WERE NO ROAD HAZARDS, NO ISSUES OTHER THAN A SPONTANEOUS EXPLODING OF OUR SUNROOF. THE ORLANDO POLICE DEPT WAS SUMMONED AND THE ROADRANGERS STOPPED TO ASSIST US. I TOOK THE CAR DIRECTLY TO THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP IN CLERMONT, FL AND THEY REPAIRED THE GLASS AT NO CHARGE BUT TOLD ME HAD THE CAR NOT BEEN UNDER MANUFACTURER WARRANTY I WOULD HAVE BEEN RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF REPLACEMENT. IF THE SHADE HAD NOT BEEN CLOSED THE ENTIRE PASSENGERS WITHIN THE CABIN WOULD HAVE BEEN SPLATTERED WITH SHATTERED GLASS.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“I WAS DRIVING UP TO MY GARAGE ON THE SIDE OF MY HOUSE ON A CLEAR DAY, EARLY AFTERNOON. I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 3 MPH AND TRIED TO STOP TO PARK IN FRONT OF THE GARAGE DOOR. I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT DID NOT ENGAGE, BUT LURCHED FORWARD INTO THE GARAGE, CRASHING INTO THE GARAGE AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOTH THE GARAGE AND THE AUTO.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“THE HEAT SHIELD ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE CAR, BY THE STORAGE BATTERY CAME LOSE WHILE DRIVING AND WAS DAMAGED. IT IS HELD IN PLACE BY ONLY FOUR PLASTIC PINS. THE CAR IS SO LOW TO THE GROUND THAT IT IS HARD TO CLEAR NORMAL SPEED BUMPS LET ALONE OLDER LARGER ONES. WE WERE TRAVELING A HOUSING ADDITION LESS THAN 20 MPH AND JUST WENT OVER AN OLDER HIGH SPEED-BUMP AND PUDDLE WHEN IT OCCURRED. WE DROVE THE LAST 100 OR SO FEET HOME AND WIRED IT UP OUT OF THE WAY SO THE CAR COULD BE DRIVEN AT LOW SPEED TOO THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD US THIS WAS DAMAGE DUE TO OUR DRIVING NEGLIGENCE IE: "WE HIT SOMETHING". WHEN THIS SHIELD COMES OFF IT FALLS STRAIGHT INTO THE VEHICLE EXHAUST PIPE AND GROUND, THERE IS NO SIMPLE WAY TO REMOVE THE PIECE UNTIL A FULL REPAIR CAN BE COMPLETED. IT MUST BE WIRED UP OFF THE GROUND OR PART OF THE WHEEL AND EXHAUST MUST BE DISCONNECTED. IT TOOK THE DEALERSHIP THREE TRIES AND OVER A MONTH TO GET THE CORRECT SHIELD IN AND PERFORM THE REPAIR. THE PART NUMBER IN THE TOYOTA PARTS SPECIFICATION AND THE REPAIR PARTS WAREHOUSE OR NOT THE SAME.”
A reviewed official or independent source that materially contradicts the claims for Airbags owner reports, Electrical System:Wiring recall, Exterior Lighting owner reports, Manufacturer service campaign, Pedestrian Alert Sounds investigation, Structure owner reports would force confidence and verdict review.
Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Manufacturer service campaign: Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special Service Campaigns, Toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in Special Service Campaign J0R.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Test drive: On the test drive, watch for: dealer daily message: in our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in special service campaigns, toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in special service campaign j0r..
Specialist: Independent pre-purchase inspection
Records to request: Service records showing this system was inspected or repaired
Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Manufacturer service campaign: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Test drive: On the test drive, watch for: the air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks..
Specialist: Independent pre-purchase inspection
Records to request: Service records showing this system was inspected or repaired
Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Pedestrian Alert Sounds investigation: Pedestrian alert sounds NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Test drive: On the test drive, watch for: pedestrian alert sounds nhtsa received a petition on or about july 18, 2022, requesting that federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the united states..
Specialist: Independent pre-purchase inspection
Records to request: Service records showing this system was inspected or repaired
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Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED INTO THE HIGHWAY, WITHOUT STOPPING, AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE FENDER OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION, INCLUDING BACK, NECK, ANKLE AND HEAD INJURIES. HE ALSO STATED THAT HE RIPPED THE TENDON ON THE RING FINGER. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED AND WAS TOWED TO A TOW YARD. THE DEALER WAS NOT CALLED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 70,000. *LN*JB”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The Airbag lights were lit, the person sitting with seatbelt on (flashing) and the person sitting with an inflated airbag in front of them. I ran an OBD2 scan on SRS and got code B1656. Driver seat belt buckle Left Hand. I Investigated the latch and found one wire was snapped off and a couple of inches shorter that the wire that was still connected. I have included 2 pictures of the back end of the seat belt latch. You can see the broken wire and where it use to be connected.”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“Both taillamps holding moisture. Could cause electrical issues or fire. .. same year and model car have same reported issues and were fixed by manufacturer. This vehicle is the same but different level.”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“The automatic high beams will occasionally fail to operate and are stuck in low beams until about 2 minutes have passed, or until the automatic high beams switch is turned off to disable the system. This seems to be a software issue, as it seems to occur when an approaching vehicle passes by with bright lights. When this happens, all high beams are disabled for a couple of minutes, even if the high beam lever is switched to low beams and back to high.”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“THE CAR IS INADEQUATE IN THE WINTER. WHEN IT SNOWS I CAN'T KEEP THE WINDOWS CLEAN. THEY CHANGED THE FITTINGS AND I CAN'T EVEN PUT WINTER BLADES ON THE CAR. ALSO, AND THIS APPLIES TO ALMOST ALL NEW CARS AS WELL, THE LED LIGHTS FREEZE OVER. IT'S A SAFETY HAZARD NOT TO HAVE LIGHTS THAT WORK. AND IT'S A SAFETY HAZARD TO HAVE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR IN DANGEROUS CONDITIONS TO TRY AND SCRAPE ICE OFF THE WINDOWS AND LIGHTS. THE FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS GET CAKED WITH ICE AND SNOW. THIS PICTURE IS OF MY WINDSHIELD AFTER AN HOUR OF WARMING UP. THE WIPERS STAY CAKED WITH ICE. AND WHEN I TURN THEM ON, THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS. THEY SMEAR THE WINDSHIELD WITH ICE. THEY SMEAR IT WITH WATER TOO. I CAN'T SQUEEGEE WATER WITH ICE. I'D LOVE TO TRADE IT IN, BUT EVERYONE HAS LED LIGHTS. THEY'RE A SAFETY HAZARD. AND THESE ISSUES ARE KEEPING ME FROM BUYING A NEW CAR. I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF YOU ADDRESSED THESE ISSUES. THE CAR COMPANIES WON'T LISTEN TO ME. THANK YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS DIM AND THEN FAIL TO BRIGHTEN INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN DRIVING, AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS FUNCTION AS INTENDED THEN THE DASH INDICATOR SPONTANEOUSLY TURNS OFF AND THE HEADLIGHTS FAIL TO BRIGHTEN. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT TWICE FOR THIS. THE SECOND TIME , THE DEALER WAS ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM BOTH IN MY VEHICLE AND IN A 2019 PRIUS FROM THE INVENTORY. TOYOTA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IS ADAMANT THAT THE PROBLEM IS NORMAL FUNCTIONALITY. I FAIL TO UNDERSTAND HOW THE HIGH BEAMS NOT BRIGHTENING WHEN THEY SHOULD DURING NIGHT DRIVING IS NORMAL FUNCTIONALITY.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“ON DEC 2, 2020 WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT ABOUT 45-50 MPH OUR SUNROOF EXPLODED CAUSING US TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE SHADE WAS CLOSED WHICH SAVED US FROM EXPLODING GLASS. THERE WERE NO ROAD HAZARDS, NO ISSUES OTHER THAN A SPONTANEOUS EXPLODING OF OUR SUNROOF. THE ORLANDO POLICE DEPT WAS SUMMONED AND THE ROADRANGERS STOPPED TO ASSIST US. I TOOK THE CAR DIRECTLY TO THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP IN CLERMONT, FL AND THEY REPAIRED THE GLASS AT NO CHARGE BUT TOLD ME HAD THE CAR NOT BEEN UNDER MANUFACTURER WARRANTY I WOULD HAVE BEEN RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF REPLACEMENT. IF THE SHADE HAD NOT BEEN CLOSED THE ENTIRE PASSENGERS WITHIN THE CABIN WOULD HAVE BEEN SPLATTERED WITH SHATTERED GLASS.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“I WAS DRIVING UP TO MY GARAGE ON THE SIDE OF MY HOUSE ON A CLEAR DAY, EARLY AFTERNOON. I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 3 MPH AND TRIED TO STOP TO PARK IN FRONT OF THE GARAGE DOOR. I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT DID NOT ENGAGE, BUT LURCHED FORWARD INTO THE GARAGE, CRASHING INTO THE GARAGE AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOTH THE GARAGE AND THE AUTO.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“THE HEAT SHIELD ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE CAR, BY THE STORAGE BATTERY CAME LOSE WHILE DRIVING AND WAS DAMAGED. IT IS HELD IN PLACE BY ONLY FOUR PLASTIC PINS. THE CAR IS SO LOW TO THE GROUND THAT IT IS HARD TO CLEAR NORMAL SPEED BUMPS LET ALONE OLDER LARGER ONES. WE WERE TRAVELING A HOUSING ADDITION LESS THAN 20 MPH AND JUST WENT OVER AN OLDER HIGH SPEED-BUMP AND PUDDLE WHEN IT OCCURRED. WE DROVE THE LAST 100 OR SO FEET HOME AND WIRED IT UP OUT OF THE WAY SO THE CAR COULD BE DRIVEN AT LOW SPEED TOO THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD US THIS WAS DAMAGE DUE TO OUR DRIVING NEGLIGENCE IE: "WE HIT SOMETHING". WHEN THIS SHIELD COMES OFF IT FALLS STRAIGHT INTO THE VEHICLE EXHAUST PIPE AND GROUND, THERE IS NO SIMPLE WAY TO REMOVE THE PIECE UNTIL A FULL REPAIR CAN BE COMPLETED. IT MUST BE WIRED UP OFF THE GROUND OR PART OF THE WHEEL AND EXHAUST MUST BE DISCONNECTED. IT TOOK THE DEALERSHIP THREE TRIES AND OVER A MONTH TO GET THE CORRECT SHIELD IN AND PERFORM THE REPAIR. THE PART NUMBER IN THE TOYOTA PARTS SPECIFICATION AND THE REPAIR PARTS WAREHOUSE OR NOT THE SAME.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit.
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0T.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special Service Campaigns, Toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in Special Service Campaign J0R. This new method will leverage the Notification application in vehicles with these head units. See images below for examples of the messages that customers will receive.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special Service Campaigns, Toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in Special Service Campaign J0R. This new method will leverage the Notification application in vehicles with these head units. See images below for examples of the messages that customers will receive.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.”
