The Toyota Prius is the perfect fit for many green-conscious consumers. Eco-friendly, efficient, and compact, many Prius owners enjoy their vehicles for hundreds of thousands of miles. But even the best of cars can have issues. Here’s a year-by-year listing of the biggest documented Toyota Prius Problems from 2006 – 2009.

2006 Toyota Prius Problems

• Headlights may short, causing headlights to work sporadically, or flicker instead of going out at the end of life.
• Side airbags may have issues with the wire harness, or stored with problematic codes.
• Tire pressure sensors may have activation and warning diagnostic issues.
• Extremely cold weather causes multiple problems – illuminated warning lights; vehicle will not shift out of park; accessories inoperative.
• Battery cooling fan can develop a buildup of dust or debris which can cause the fan to become less efficient.
• A warning indicator lamp may turn on in some vehicles which are in “Ready On” position with transaxle in park for extended periods.
• ABS/VSC and brake warning indicator lamps turn on when there is no issue due to overly sensitive monitoring systems.
• In uncommon circumstances, transmission may slip or fail prematurely.

2007 Toyota Prius Problems

• ABS/VSC and brake warning indicator lamps turn on when there is no issue due to overly sensitive monitoring systems.
• A warning indicator lamp may turn on in some vehicles which are in “Ready On” position with transaxle in park for extended periods.
• Combination meter display fails to illuminate during startups in extremely cold conditions.
• Battery cooling fan indicator lamp may turn on because of buildup of dust or debris in the cooling fan, resulting in less efficient cooling.
• Extremely cold weather causes multiple problems – illuminated warning lights; vehicle will not shift out of park; accessories inoperative.
• Headlights flicker instead of going out at the end of life.
• Side airbags may have issues with the wire harness, or stored with problematic codes.

2008 Toyota Prius problems

• ABS/VSC and brake warning indicator lamps turn on when there is no issue due to overly sensitive monitoring systems.
• Extremely cold weather causes multiple problems – illuminated warning lights; vehicle will not shift out of park; accessories inoperative.
• Combination meter display fails to illuminate during startups in extremely cold conditions.
• Battery cooling fan indicator lamp may turn on because of buildup of dust or debris in the cooling fan, resulting in less efficient cooling.
• Some vehicles may display a malfunction indicator light following diagnostic codes from the Hybrid Battery Pack/System.
• Headlights may flicker instead of going out at the end of life.
• Side airbags may have issues with the wire harness, or stored with problematic codes.

2009 Toyota Prius problems

• ABS/VSC and brake warning indicator lamps turn on when there is no issue due to overly sensitive monitoring systems.
• Extremely cold weather causes multiple problems – illuminated warning lights; vehicle will not shift out of park; accessories inoperative.
• Battery cooling fan indicator lamp may turn on because of buildup of dust or debris in the cooling fan, resulting in less efficient cooling.
• Some vehicles may display a malfunction indicator light following diagnostic codes from the Hybrid Battery Pack/System.
• Headlights may flicker instead of going out at the end of life.
• Side airbags may have issues with the wire harness, or stored with problematic codes.

T3 Atlanta

Like any other vehicle, hybrid autos need regular maintenance in order to keep performing well. The main difference lies in the battery. The Toyota Prius battery needs extra care so that the vehicle does not suffer low acceleration, a decrease in mileage, or stuttering at mid to low speeds. T3 Atlanta does not work on the Prius Hybrid Drive, but does perform normal service.

At T3 Atlanta, we are Toyota Specialists and Hybrid Repair Experts, and have 18 years’ experience performing both routine and emergency maintenance work on vehicles. Whether you need routine brake replacement, or far more in-depth engine work, we can get your Toyota up and running again.
We have two Metro Atlanta area locations for your convenience!

Smyrna
5322 South Cobb Drive
Smyrna, GA 30080
404.794.7700

Decatur
2346-B Lawrenceville Hwy
Decatur, GA 30033
404.633.7722