2009 Toyota Prius: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Sep 21, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · 115,000 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota prius. The contact stated that a warning indicator flashed on the instrument panel regarding the brake system when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact also noticed smoke coming from the exhaust system. The contact inspected the vehicle and found a leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to salinas toyota (700 auto center cir, salinas, ca 93907, (831) 444-0700) where it was diagnosed that there was an internal brake fluid leak; however, the vehicle was excluded from the manufacturer warranty campaign. The manufacturer indicated that the obt2 sensor did not show the specific diagnostic trouble code (dtc) to receive the brake actuator replacement covered by the campaign. The dealer and the manufacturer refused to honor the warranty campaign for dtc number: c1240. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. *tt consumer stated smoke started coming under the hood. Noticed fluid dripping from engine onto the exhaust pipe. Dealer determined it was not an oil leak but empty brake reservoir. Updated 11/27/18

Filed Jan 4, 2018 · Electrical · 100,000 miles · NV · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota prius. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly exploded and burst into flames without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle was securely parked for six weeks while the contact was away. The police and fire departments were at the scene, but no reports were filed. There were no injuries. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided the contact with a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Nov 10, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · SC · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2009 toyota prius. While driving 30 MPH, the rear passenger side of the vehicle caught fire. There were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to the impound lot. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Mar 24, 2011 · Electrical · 33,126 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota prius hybrid equipped with an aftermarket 10kw kit. The contact was driving 10 MPH with the 10kw plugged in when it caught on fire causing the standard hybrid vehicle to become an electric vehicle. The electrical wiring caught on fire which was located in the rear passenger side of the vehicle near the tail light. The fire was extinguished by the contact and there were no injuries. The fire department was called but the fire had been extinguished by the time they arrived. A fire report was not filed and the vehicle was towed to a mechanic shop who was unable to repair the vehicle. An authorized dealer was then contacted and they stated that because the 10kw was an after market part, they would not provide any assistance. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 33,126.

Filed Mar 3, 2010 · Acceleration · 9,350 miles · OH · crash

1. After turning off cruise control, vehicle accelerated on its own up to 95m.p.h. Until I was finally able to get it stopped by pressing the brakes to the floor. After getting the vehicle pulled over to the side of the interstate, there was a lot of smoke coming from the front brake pads. I restarted the vehicle in an attempt to get it off the interstate for further inspection. As I exited the highway, I turned the vehicle onto the off ramp but the vehicle did not turn and drove us directly into the guard rail. I contacted toyota and they have denied there was anything wrong with the vehicle and dismissed my complaint.