2003 Toyota Prius Vehicle Speed Control Problems
- 4
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Vehicle Speed Control
Customer states vehicle began racing wildly, acting like transmission was not engaged. Driver stated as not depressing the accelerator during the alleged event. Customer was driving on steep uphill grades at approximately 45 mph. Vehicle was shut off and restarted. Vehicle proceeded to operate with 6-7 reoccurrences throughout 100 miles of driving at highway speeds. Customer states that this has never happened…
ODI 10428551
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 toyota prius. While driving at a low speed four times, the vehicle accelerated over the speed limit. Twice the vehicle accelerated on an ice covered road. The vehicle also accelerated twice while driving over a pot hole. The vehicle was never taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. Routine maintenance was performed and up to date prior the vehicle accelerating. The vin was unknown. The…
ODI 10320626
Vehicle Speed Control
2003 toyota prius with acceleration and brake problems. Customer stated when she released her foot from the brake pedal the vehicle raced forward while making a loud noise. The brakes were reapplied but it did not stop the vehicle. *kb the consumer was able to veer slightly to the left to avoid an accident. The vehicle finally stopped after lurching about 30 to 40 feet well beyond the stop sign and into the…
ODI 10204912
Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Dt:while driving at 25-30 mph vehicle lost power and stalled due to electronic throttle module failure. *ak updated 12/6/2005 - the dealer replaced the fuel relay. *nm
ODI 10140068