2006 Toyota Prius Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
- 83
- 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.
Among these 83 stored complaint records:
- 8 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- feels like · 15 records
- brake pedal · 14 records
- traction control · 10 records
- loss braking · 7 records
- applying brakes · 7 records
- control system · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 33 |
| 30–60k mi | 15 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Momentary loss of braking while driving over a bumpy surface, over small potholes, rough patches etc., the car lunges forward at the same time my traction control light will flash on and off until the road smooths out.
ODI 10412888
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota prius. The contact stated that the driver was operating the vehicle approximately 35 mph. As she applied the brakes, the vehicle would not stop until crashing into another vehicle. A police report was filed, but no injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was in the process of having the body…
Crash reported
ODI 10406847
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2006 toyota prius. Consumer states brake actuator issues *tgw the consumer stated noises started to occur while the vehicle was in motion, when parked and after the engine was turned off.
ODI 10391937
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Ever since i got my 2006 prius, the brakes have briefly stopped working when i try to stop quickly or on a hill when it is wet or icy outside. On february 24, it was very icy, and the car completely locked up when i was going down a hill. I was going very slowly when i started going downhill, but nothing happened when i tried to steer or push down the brakes and i got in an accident. I contacted toyota, but they…
Crash reported
ODI 10409881
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
While driving on normal, dry straight roads, the skid control activates and the brakes engage. This began happening 1 week ago after the tires were rotated at the dealer. Car is 4 years old. Dealer states that ecu must be replaced. *tr
ODI 10374846
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
!, abs, and vsc lights come on and brakes stop working - while driving. Must coast to side of road, turn off vehicle, and restart. Then brakes work for a while until problem recurs. Replaced brake stroke sensor. Fixed problem for 17 months - 20,000 miles. Again, brakes fail while driving. Getting code dtc 1247 - fault in stroke sensor. Told part is out of warranty and must be replaced again. Vehicle shouldn't have a…
ODI 10445195
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a toyota prius 06-when applying the brakes, especially over rough roads, they seem to momentarily fail before slowing the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10336326
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) i have a 2006 toyota prius that has the same braking problem reported for the 2010 model year. The local toyota garage said they don't know anything about a problem with the 2006 model. They told me to call toyota but i haven't been able to get through. The vin number for the car is [xxx] *tr
ODI 10332125
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Frequently when the anti-lock brakes engage there seems to be uneven application that causes a slippage and the indicator light comes on. The vehicle seems to shudder and shimmy a bit making the braking seem like it is failing and increasing the braking distance. The vehicle has done this from day one and the dealer has assured me that it is normal. I have never had this happen with any other car i have had with…
ODI 10331837
Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
1996 toyota prius - (3) things i have noticed when operating car. (1) when braking and going over rough pavement, car will behave as though it is hydroplaneing - the brakes not slowing the car for a brief period until car settles down. This can happen when going as slow as 5 mph. The faster one is going when hitting the rough pavement, the farther the car will travel before braking sensation re-appears. I believe…
ODI 10320713
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Almost immediately after purchasing the vehicle, i went over a pothole and the car lurched forward briefly. Unsure if an acceleration issue or a braking issue. It has happened numerous times, but has been minor. I have reported this to toyota, but they ignored most of my emails to my surprise and disappointment. Today, i turned the corner and hit a small pothole. I felt it lurch, but the brakes did not work. I…
ODI 10314412
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
When driving over a bumpy road or a pothole while braking there is a sudden loss of braking feel before it returns, seems to be a slightly less than a second delay where the brakes just cut out. This sounds to be related to the issue toyota and nhtsa are investigating with the 2010 prius, but mine is a 2006 and seems to experience the same symptoms. *tr
ODI 10313053
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
1) steering wheel/shaft appears to be improperly supported; feels loose when turning lock to lock since new. Have brought to the attention of four (4) toyota dealers when service performed (have taken to toyota for all service work since new), all have advised that there is "nothing wrong" with the vehicle. It is the only vehicle we have ever owned that has this sense of disconnect and potential for a much more…
ODI 10311820
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brakes seem to fade or release upon stopping at a stop sign. It feels like the brake just gives up for a second. This has happened numerous times. I originally thought the road was slick but it has happened 20 times. I used the yesterdays date since. *tr
ODI 10310750
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I was traveling about 25 mph on a side street during broad daylight. I applied my brakes to stop but the car continued to roll forward. The brake pedal did not depress to the floor - rather it just remained in the normal depressed condition and did not stop the car at all. I then pumped the brake and it finally engaged on the third try although i was already thru the stop sign and into the intersection. Luckily,…
ODI 10311800
Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I drive a 2006 toyota prius. I have experienced odd skid-like behavior while applying the brakes on bumpy roads or loose gravel. Most notably this happens at low and decelerating velocities (maybe 15 mph?) when the vehicle encounters broken pavement or loose gravel. It is often associated with the prius' 'slippery surface' icon on the dash being lit. When this occurs it feels like the brakes do not function for a…
ODI 10310580
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My 2006 toyota prius exhibits the same loss of braking on rough surfaces that has been reported for the 2010 prius. I have noticed this on many occasions, when braking a low, city-driving speeds. When i hit a bump, there is a loss of braking. It feels like the car "slips" forward for a moment. I have not experienced this at higher speeds, nor has it resulted in a dangerous driving situation, so i have not thought to…
ODI 10308006
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
This is about the 2006 prius. If i am braking and hit a bump, the car momentarily losing braking power and does not slow down until the brakes kick in again. I have described this problem to two other generation ii prius owners and they have said they experience the same thing, one an elderly gentleman yesterday. I will put today's date because i can make it happen every day coming down a hill with some old roadwork…
ODI 10307729
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 2006 toyota prius that when applying the brakes if i hit a bump, the car feels like it "speeds up" and looses control. This is a consistent problem i've had since we purchased our prius in 2006. I've also filed a complaint with toyota itself. *tr
ODI 10308095
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
When applying the brakes gently, on a modest downgrade, braking effects stops for a second or two then kicks in hard. The anti-skid braking light flickers on the instrument panel. This happens to me consistently at the same location near our home: northbound, right-lane, on 10th ave e, approaching e. Roanoke st in seattle. I have come to expect it now, and take measures to be extra cautious etc. It should not…
ODI 10307644
Service Brakes, Electric · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
When i drive over pot holes or uneven surfaces and apply my brakes, they disengage for a second or two before re-engaging, causing my vehicle to surge forward momentarily. This has happened since i bought the car new, and occurs at all speeds. I asked the toyota service department to fix it, but they said they couldn't recreate the problem, so had no way of fixing it (even though i explained in detail what was…
ODI 10307544
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
If i hit a pot hole or bump while slowing down the brakes feel like the car is sliding. *tr
ODI 10308020
Service Brakes, Air · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I own a second generationprius (2006), and it has the same brake symptoms that are being described by the owners of the 3rd generation model. When i apply the brakes while going over a rough surface, the brakes do not engage for a second or two. This has been the case since i purchased the car new, and i thought it was just a quirky characteristic of the hybrid, so i have learned to compensate by giving myself an…
ODI 10306972
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
If i hit a bump while braking in my 2006 prius, the brakes give-out and i have re-brake. It only happens at slow speeds,and only when i hit a bump or pot-hole. When i mentioned it to the dealership 2 years ago, they said they were aware of the issue, and i should just re-apply the brakes. It still happens today. *tr
ODI 10306677
Control Unit/Module · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2006 toyota prius. Braking behavior identical to what has been described in the 2010 prius models. When traveling over a rough patch of pavement or potholes at low or moderate speed, the vehicle braking seems to release. The best way to characterize this is that as the vehicle bounces over the rough pavement during breaking and the weight is applied and released from the wheels due to the up/down motion, the brakes…
ODI 10306102
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2006 Toyota Prius.
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