2002 Toyota Prius electrical problems

Filed Oct 18, 2016 · Electrical, Fuel system · 166,914 miles · MD

Hybrid circulation pump failed. Three warning lights came on.

Filed Jan 13, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 143,769 miles · TN

I was driving along the interstate I-75 returning from east ridge, tn, and the power steering light and warning lit-up on the screen panel. The steering wheel became very rigid while I was driving, and I had to clasp the steering wheel firmly to control the steering of the vehicle.

Filed Jan 3, 2013 · Electrical · 95,000 miles · TX

This vehicle has a problem with the hybrid battery causes a lot of problem in many of the systems, engine, computer etc and don't even has a 100,000 miles it suppose to have a long life , the dealer is charging big bucks in order to fix it and I don't see why it goes damage with such a low miles.

Filed Oct 6, 2012 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 241,000 miles · PA · crash

I was driving the vehicle under speed limit when my steering wheel became stiff. I was driving when my steering wheel became stiff and after few seconds I was at a curve and was not able to turn left and went off the road into a ditch and colliding with an object. The car got huge damage and was not drivable and still in my yard.

Filed Nov 10, 2010 · Electrical · 157,600 miles · CA · fire

When driving in traffic hybrid battery completely discharges causing car to lurch when trying to accelerate. Once the car is out of traffic the battery over charges causing the battery to over heat and cause the cabin to fill with a scary smell of burning. The hybrid battery fan is on. Took to toyota dealership paid nearly $300 for diagnostic and they could find no error codes related to the problem. Call chp to assist in tow to dealership.

Filed Mar 8, 2010 · Electrical, Steering · 100 miles · WA

Consumers 2002 toyota prius loss of power at highway speeds and violent shaking in the steering system. *ts the consumer stated the dealer made attempts to correct the problem by replacing the electronic module exchange and the gas tank. However, the attempts were unsuccessful. Also, the vehicle has an ongoing, unresolved problem with violent shaking in the steering system, especially the first thing in the morning and at other times during cold weather. The power steering will completely cut out after hours of operation, especially during hot weather.

Filed Feb 15, 2010 · Electrical, Transmission · 68,500 miles · NM · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota prius. The contact was driving approximately between 65-75 MPH on normal road conditions when all of the warning light indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Suddenly, a strong burning odor circulated inside of the vehicle and the engine began to overheat. The warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The cruise control, power windows system and cellular phone power outlet became inoperative. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and turned the engine off. The vehicle restarted and resumed operation with caution. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure was contributed to the transaxle. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunctions. The contact previously owned a 2002 toyota prius and experienced the identical failure. The failure mileage was 68,500. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Feb 20, 2009 · Electrical · 108,000 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota prius. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator continues to illuminate on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the large battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was also out of warranty. The manufacturer referred the contact to the out-of-warranty division, but they could not assist. The failure and current mileages were 108,000.

Filed Jan 22, 2008 · Electrical, Steering · 83,000 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota prius hybrid. While driving 55 MPH, the power steering light illuminated on the instrument panel and began flashing a warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they informed the contact that it was safe to continue driving. The following day the vehicle was taken to another dealer and they stated that the steering gear box and electric system failed. The cost of the part is $1,800. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 85,000 and failure mileage was 83,000.

Filed Jan 2, 2007 · Electrical · 94,000 miles · MN

Incident: car engine on 2002 prius having trouble starting and dying after having been started. We were told that the "engine control unit" was showing an error and due to a manufacturing or software problem, could not be reprogrammed and had to be replaced.