Impending failure of the brake booster / brake booster pump assembly. ABS and brake warning lights remain on and a constant electrical whining sound can be heard from the brake booster assembly. Toyota is aware of the problem and offered a customer support program that expired in 2019 ( https://attachments.priuschat.com/attachment-files/2019/12/178663_162714_ZJB_Phase_2_.pdf )
2010 Toyota Prius brakes complaints
Page 9 of 66: complaints 221 to 250 of 1,945, newest first, as owners wrote them.
The traction , ABS and brake light comes on after driving over a small pothole
Regenerative brakes stopped working while driving in clear conditions on the highway at 60mph, ABS, traction control, and brakes lights on dash illuminated. Almost crashed as brake pedal needed to be pressed really hard and almost to the floor to stop the car. Known issue and dealer refuses to fix the problem
I was driving and three lights came out: ABS, brake and slip indicator.
I was just told that my 2010 prius needs the brake boost assembly (cylinder and boost) at a cost of $2,570. It was causing my 4 month old, 12v battery to drain. I thought that was outrageous so I looked into it and found out there was an "enhanced extended" warranty issued (not a recall) , but for my vehicle it expired april 2020. Another issue that I uncovered that this part also causes the prius to lurch forward when braking and you happen to drive over a bump. Train tracks, or potholes which is a safety issue. I have also experienced this with my prius. Fortunately, I have had no accidents so far. I have read that there have been accidents caused by this issue. Toyota should step up and fix the problem before people are injured due to this defective braking system. My daughter drives a 2015 prius. Is anything more being done? Or are they going to wait until more accidents happen? I stumbled across this issue when my 2010 toyota prius 12v battery required frequent jump starts. I replaced the battery ($300) dec 2020. Prior to that, I called aaa and got a jump start. Because of covid, I wasn't driving the vehicle daily (work from home) so it was assumed the cause was the vehicle should be driven frequently.
I bought this car brand new in 2010. Toyota prius hybrid. Two weeks ago the ABS light, emergency brake light, and traction control lights all came on and won't go off. Dealership says I need $2000 worth of work. Brake booster/master cylinder, brake booster pump assembly, brake actuator internal leak. Brakes acting weird. Dealership says I don't need to drive car, just pay $2000 which I don't have. They said toyota extended the warranty to december 2020, which just past. I never got letter saying it was a problem.
I was driving and pressed the brake pedal to make a turn. After completing the turn I noticed several warning lights illuminated on the dash board including brake, ABS, and traction control. The brakes were very mushy but worked enough to get the vehicle to a shop. The shop assessed the vehicle which displayed code c1391 and said it was brake related possibly ABS system. They cleared the code in my vehicle and brakes worked normal for a very short time before the same warning lights appeared and brakes went mushy and not working properly. I then looked up possible recalls or enhanced warranties and I called toyota customer service and was told there is no recall or extended/enhanced warranty for any braking issue on my vehicle based on the VIN number. I took the vehicle to my local toyota dealer and they charged me to test for a code. They came up with code c1391 and state in their paperwork that the cause is "brake booster internal failure" and recommend replacing the brake booster. Their paperwork shows replacement of a brake pump and brake booster had an extended warranty but that it expired 9/26/2020. Therefore the dealer would not fix my car at the cost of toyota. My vehicle has approximately 91,000 miles and others with higher mileage have documented that toyota has repaired this known, well documented, expensive (about $4,000) and continued dangerous braking problem in several cases. Per the dealership and my contact with toyota they are not willing to repair my vehicle at their cost., which at the toyota dealership is about $4,000 parts and labor. An additional issue is trusting toyota service and/or private mechanics that they will replace the problem part(s) or replacing additional parts making the repair bill higher or maybe not fixing the problem where additional repairs will be required before too long.
Traveling home from tampa to st. Petersburg on interstate at 70 MPH and suddenly breaks fail. Brake, ABS, and traction lights come on. Pushed pedal to the floor and was able to get enough braking to pull off the interstate and into a gas station and into a parking spot safely. No warning-just immediate failure. Miracle no one killed. Reading many other similar stories for year. What is going on that this has not been recalled????
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard while attempting to stop the vehicle. There was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to toyota of tampa bay (1101 e fletcher ave, tampa, fl 33612: (813) 402-1323) on several occasions to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.
I inherited a 2010 toyota prius 3rd generation when my mother passed a few years ago. I've since had several unnecessary and costly problems with the car as well as dealership's outlook, treatment, and indifference to the danger that their customers face--as many already have. The following are situations that I'm experiencing now. First, I was recently leaving the pharmacy when all of my warning lights (ABS, brake, traction ) suddenly came on and my brakes failed as I was heading home. I'm a single mother of a special needs child and I had to get home to her. I was approximately 1 mile from my home and I was nearly in 3 accidents that could've been catastrophic. Thankfully the road was dry, clear, and with little traffic. We have been homebound for weeks, without transportation for doctors, food, etc. Our vehicle is our only means of transportation, and we must get to doctor appointments, etc. Second, the car has inexplicably stalled twice. Third, I'm constantly having to replace lights, and have been pulled over by the police for lights not working. Finally, an airbag has been recalled and once I can afford it I'll get that fixed as well. I spoke with my local toyota dealerships, and after explaining the problems, I was informed (several times as I was repeatedly transferred) that I had to pay an inspection fee that also changed with each person. Finally, I was told I had to leave my car there for days and that I was going to pay thousands of dollars to fix the car. I'm unable to pay that much money--and the amount kept changing as well. I have researched these problems and now understand the methodology and intimidation used on poor people such as myself. Toyota should be ashamed. Fix these problems that will endanger and possibly kill your customers for nothing more than their own incompetence and greed.
Just purchase the car and they r refusing to fix the ABS known issue under that ABS recall
Toyota prius 2010 started experiencing braking issues in january 17, 2020. Car was taken to the dealer three times with miss diagnosis. In march dealer diagnosed issue most likely a brake booster and pump assembly which was a known issue with 2010 prius. Toyota identified the issue in a previous quality campaign but only repaired if brakes fully failed. Brake failure is what it took to have your car repaired?
Abs, traction, and brake light stay on. It is the actuator brake and the cost to fix is over $2000. I have researched this issue with other 2010 prius' and it is a common issue. This is a defect that toyota refuses to fix even though it is very common and puts many people at risk.
I have lost all regenerative braking. The ABS, traction control, and service lights are all illuminated continually. It has become difficult to stop and the hybrid battery is depleting at a rapid rate with very slow recharging.
On tuesday, february 23, our braking system failed on our toyota prius while driving on a side road after months of continuing weakness in the brake pedal and "lurching" when braking over potholes. The brake system lost hydraulic pressure. Upon inspection by an ase-certifie mechanic, they determined the brake booster assembly had likely failed, but recommended sending to a toyota dealership. They confirmed the vehicle was unfit to drive. The vehicle was sent to a toyota dealer. The dealer confirmed the break booster assembly/actuator had failed. The dealer advised the brake booster had previously been under a toyota "customer service campaign," but that the "warranty" campaign had expired. However, he advised toyota brand engagement center has often assisted customers when they're just outside the warranty period. When contacting toyota, they stated this vehicle was never under recall and was not eligible, but then said they sent information on a toyota safety campaign. Upon research, we continued to confirm that the diagnosis was tied to recall d0h from july 2013. We've also reviewed our vehicle history, and the brake pump assembly was never replaced despite being inspected consistently by toyota dealers since 2013 and under recall. Toyota has declined to cover the cost of the replacement for the brake pump assembly. The cost of repair is nearly the same as the current value of the vehicle. Toyota brand engagement center has declined to provide this information in writing, would not provide a name, and otherwise acted completely sketchy - for lack of a better word - any time we tried to clarify the repair was clearly tied to the june 2013 recall. We were very, very fortunate the brakes failed on a side street near our home, not on a highway or other high-risk area. We would like toyota to honor the recall, extend it for other customers, and cover the cost of repair.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH and depressing the brake pedal to attempt to stop the vehicle, the vehicle proceeded to roll forward while the pedal was still depressed. The contact stated that the traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 209,000.
Hello, I have a problem with my prius 2010, I have not idea what happened with my brakes when I was driving in highway 95 north in florida, my brakes was heavy and difficult to puch, after that problem never my car was normal again .I have all thats light on in my car right now. I am scary drive my car with this problem. I see lot up information of other owners of toyota prius 2010 and 2011 with the same problem but anybody knot what is the problem . My light of brakes ABS , stabilytrac and other symbols of pracaution is on in the sametime. Is important fix this problem . Our heal and our life can not be replace for an brakes problem of the car . I called toyota this week for let they know the information about my problem and other users in internet. This is a big security problem . Somebody need take care the responsability about this , they did an diagnostic about of this problem and they know the problem brakes in this model prius long time ago . I want a see any result about this situation because is our life . This can be dangerous this for our safety on road for millon peoples in united states of america.
Went over bump at railroad crossing and ABS, brake, slip warning lights came on and regenerative braking stopped working. Car was harder to stop. Took to dealer and car was diagnosed with this work needed: replace booster and booster pump assy and reflash (failed booster, booster pump) fail $3,259.84 car is beyond warranty fix dates though all these cars were recalled in canada and a class action suit is ongoing in ohio over this issue. Why won't the ntsb follow canada's lead and get these failing brake systems fixed before something serious happens?
My car's ABS, traction, and brake lights are on. I took it to two shops and they both said my car was recalled and to have the dealership fix it. The recall is on the breaks. The brake pedal is also not fully working, there is an abnormal leak of brake fluid pressure. Both auto service places said to demand for the dealership to take car of this because there is a class action lawsuit going on for this car with this exact problem.
Brake booster failure, loss pressure at brake the car, the stability control and the ABS doesn't work
I was driving down the highway and the traction control, ABS, and brake light all come on. I go to use the brakes and the pedal was a lot firmer and was harder to press. The car makes a buzzing noise I believe it is the brake accumulator. I go to the nearest place to get the codes read. It came up with c1391 and I look that code up and it comes up with that code is a common issue with the prius. I read that it could lead to brake failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated that driving at 15 MPH, the brakes failed to operate as needed upon depression of the brake pedal. The contact stated that several warning lights appeared on the instrument panel including the ABS, tire pressure, traction control and emergency brake lights. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to haley toyota of roanoke (1530 courtland rd ne, roanoke, va 24012) where she was informed that there was a crack in the brake booster pump assembly accumulator, a decrease in the hydraulic pressure, and a defective brake master cylinder. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v235000 (service brakes) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.
The casing of the brake actuator is cracking. The brake actuator apparently is an underlying problem that toyota does not want to take responsibility for and fix.
I travel to work one hour away from home, on high speed highway's my break system lights turned on, traction, ABS and break, break pedal sinks and will not break and is very dangerous when driving home. I hope no one gets killed
Toyota brake booster pump has failed due to manufacturing defects, which affected the stopping of the vehicle. Toyota has issued recall for this problem but only for latest models (2019 and later). I've called to toyota and they refused to address this problem. I looked up on internet and found this is a wide spread problem experienced by many owners of priuses. Toyota must issue the recall for all the vehicles affected, not the latest ones only.
I am having an issue with my brake actuator/brake booster. This is a known issue and toyota is refusing to help with the issue. The ABS, brake, and traction control light are on and regen braking is not working. They are supposed to cover this based on bulletin zjb but absolutely refuse any help.
Was going 25 MPH yesterday november 22, 2020 evening when 4 (brake, ABS, traction & caution) lights came on dashboard. Pulled over the shoulder & turned ignition off. Restarted later & 4 lights still on. Following day, went to dealership & was told brake booster assembly need to be replaced due to internal fluid leak.
I have experienced problems with the electrical, oil, and break systems ever since purchasing my certified pre-owned 2010 prius from the dealership in 2013. Toyota has never provided a satisfactory answer for what is actually wrong with the electrical system; the problem still remains. Toyota also does not have an ideal maintenance plan set up for the known increased oil consumption rate that is directly linked to my model vehicle and has not only not performed routine oil changes but also sent me home after a supposed oil change with zero oil in my tank. But today my main concern that I take issue with and that ive encountered from the get-go, has to do with the breaks. For years I've been telling toyota about how my breaks do this thing where under the right circumstances (those being things like slight bumps or raises in the road, or going over a manhole cover) the breaks not only give out but actually propel me forward with zero chance for stopping which is quite terrifying already and then when you add in other drivers on the road into the equation is a literal nightmare. Despite my many efforts for toyota to take a look at them they always refuse any service to them because my dashboard is not displaying any warning signs. Also, due to the fact that its not a constant issue, meaning it only happens under the right circumstances which idk where such a precise place exists near the dealership, they cant experience it for themselves. So my concerns are dismissed leaving me to fend for myself whenever these circumstances arise which no doubt an accident seems to be on the horizon. Then with ~114,700 miles on the odometer, my entire ABS system crashed while I was in traffic. Luckily I am a beyond exceptional driver and also have catlike reflexes so was able to manage my way to the shoulder of the road when this occurred. However, with warning lights now illuminated o
Upon starting the car, the ABS, brake and traction control lights all came on. Checked brake fluid and it was at max level. Took to dealer and showed code 1391 which showed the brake booster and booster pump assemblies need replacing. It's a known problem with toyota. A voluntary recall was issued for our 2010, but my specific model wasn't included and recall expired in 11/19 or 150k miles. I'm at 150,992. There is active recall for same issue for 2011-2015 models. It's a known safety issue and they refuse to fix it. It's a $3k job to repair for a car that is worth about double that. When this warning comes up, your braking system is not reliable. Had this happened while driving, an accident could have occurred. Toyota knowing this is a safety issue needs to correct it on all models that show this warning, not just select models.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal was firm causing the braking distance to be extended. The vehicle was taken to toyota of lincoln park located at 1561 n fremont st, chicago, il 60642 who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the brake booster and master cylinder were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 100,000. The VIN was not available.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2010 Toyota Prius?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history