2010 Toyota Prius Control Unit/Module Problems
- 122
- 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 122 stored complaint records:
- 8 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 57 records
- failure mileage · 38 records
- failure occurred · 25 records
- current mileage · 24 records
- mileage current · 13 records
- lunged forward · 13 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 106 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Control Unit/Module
Toyota prius 2010 brakes while on reverse gear suddenly becomes too sensitive and brings the vehicle to complete halt even on the slightest application of brake and when released the vehicle accelerates very fast and there by needing to hit brakes again which jolts the car back to halt. Though it happens only on reverse it makes the car highly unpredictable while backing up. Toyota dealers seem to ignore this…
ODI 10306079
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. While driving approxiamtely 20 mph and making a left or right turn with the brake pedal engaged, for a fraction of a second. The anti skid light illuminated and the brakes failed to slow the vehicle down. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The failure mileage was 3,000. Updated 03/04/10. *lj updated 05/14/10.*jb
ODI 10306322
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. While driving 5 mph depressing the brake pedal over a speed bump, the vehicle lunged forward and the vehicle proceeded to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that there was a computer glich that caused the failure to occur. The failure mileage was 5,000.
ODI 10305055
Control Unit/Module
2010 toyota prius. Consumer states brake failure in which the malfunction happened twice and caused an accident. *tgw the consumer stated the factory defect was not brought to light until after the second incident. Although, toyota corrected the brake issue, the consumer has costs and outstanding problems with the vehicle because of the damage done in first incident, including problems with the wheel bearing. The…
Crash reported
ODI 10319769
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph on an uneven road surface approaching a traffic signal when the vehicle lunged forward immediately after the brake pedal was engaged. The driver had to apply excessive force to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The failure occurred whenever encountering an uneven road surface and potholes. The failures occurred on three separate…
ODI 10305143
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. While the contact was driving at 15 mph there was a reduction of the speed rate. The driver encountered a speed bump with pressure of the foot applied to the brake pedal. The brakes failed to engage and the vehicle began to surge forward. The vehicle continued to the destination and parked the vehicle. The failure occurred two different times. The contact is in the process of…
ODI 10311364
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius with electronic stability and anti-lock braking system. While braking at various speeds and driving over a pothole, a bump or any change in the road surface, the vehicle would momentarily accelerate before the brakes would engage. The dealer stated that was normal for the braking system for his year, make and model vehicle. There were no recalls. The failure mileage was 5,000…
ODI 10306442
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated that when driving various speeds and trying to depress the brake pedal, she noticed that the brakes failed to respond. She would apply pressure to the brake pedal and they would lock for a few seconds. She noticed that the failure occurred 5 to 6 times. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they were unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. The dealer…
ODI 10308718
Control Unit/Module
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. She stated that while driving at 30 mph she drove over a bump on the road. While having her foot on the brake the vehicle surged forward, a few seconds later the brakes engaged. This issue has occurred 5 additional times. The vehicle has not been diagnosed and no repairs had been done at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 1000 and current mileage was 35000.
ODI 10312784
Control Unit/Module · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
As i was going downhill, the road surface was uneven. I attempted to apply the brakes. The pedal went almost to the floor as if there was no brake fluid. The car continued to go forward as the brakes did not engage. As i pushed the brake pedal further, the brakes engaged. *jb
ODI 10306069
Control Unit/Module
2010 toyota prius i've had at least 2 experiences where under hard braking and transitioning to different levels in road surface, the vehicle has lurched forward. When this occurred, each time, i thought i had been hit in the rear causing my vehicle to be pushed forward. I blogged other owners, and have been trying to get an answer for a few months. I saw the recent news on prius brakes and feel this is what's…
ODI 10306111
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The vehicle accelerated immediately after the contact drove approximately 45 mph over a bump in the road or a pothole. The contact was able to control the vehicle when the failure occurred. The failure mileage was 1500. The current mileage was 4000.
ODI 10306376
Control Unit/Module
Tl* the contact has a 2010 prius. The vehicle is having a brake failure when going over bump or uneven pavement. The contact stated that this happens regardless of weather conditions. The vehicle almost hit another vehicle when going around a curve and hit a bump. The vehicle then seem to start to slide. The failure mileage was 5000. The vehicle current mileage was 15858.
ODI 10305183
Control Unit/Module · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I was going down a fairly steep hill, applying my brakes evenly as i approached a stop light. There were no cars in front of me, and the road was dry. Suddenly, i thought that i had been struck from behind because my car lurched forward (as though i had been struck). My 2010 prius was only about two months old at this point. The brakes re-engaged after a second or two, but i was afraid that i would have hit someone…
ODI 10306055
Control Unit/Module
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius hybrid. While driving approximately 2 mph, the brakes were applied and they did not engage. The contact called toyota and was advised to wait for a letter. The contact called the manufacturer and could not get through. The current miles were 3603. The failure miles were 1689.
ODI 10312835
Control Unit/Module
My 2010 prius accelerates over a bumpy surface or pothole, it surges forward, when i brake over these surfaces. *jb
ODI 10305999
Control Unit/Module
My husband and i have both experienced the braking issue for the 2010 prius. When we compared notes, we found that we lose control of the brakes when we drive over a small manhole cover near our house. I have also experienced this when driving/braking over a pothole. Initially we thought we were experiencing the "slipping" motion because of unfamiliarity of new car brakes. *jb
ODI 10306010
Control Unit/Module
Tl* the contact has a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated that if he tries to stop and hit a bump or pothole the brakes seem to release. When going down a hill on a bumpy road the vehicle was unable to stop until the vehicle reach a smooth patch of road. The failure mileage was 800 and current mileage was 4000.
ODI 10305205
Control Unit/Module · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Emergency braking delay in brake action. When the vehicle ahead of me immediately hard-braked on a yellow stop light at a "red light" camera monitored intersection (westbound illinois 38 at summit in villa park, il) i had to brake hard and maneuver to avoid rear-ending him. This was the first, and only, emergency stop situation i have had with my 2010 toyota prius. We were travelling just a bit below the posted 35…
ODI 10306028
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph and applying pressure to the brake pedal the vehicle lunged forward and accelerated whenever there was a bump or pothole in the road. The dealer stated that the vehicle was functioning normally since the electrical engine was switching to the gasoline engine. The failure occurred continuously. The vin was unknown. The…
ODI 10306562
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. The contact stated that when she was driving over a speed bumps and the vehicle suddenly accelerated with her foot on the brake pedal. Whenever she drove the vehicle the failure occurred. She called the dealer and was advised that there was nothing they could do to correct the failure. She has not spoken with the manufacturer to-date. The current mileage was approximately…
ODI 10305349
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius. While driving 25 mph over uneven pavement the vehicle became difficult stop while engaging the brake pedal. The vehicle also accelerated intermittently. The contact has informed a local dealer about the failure who stated that toyota has not issued a recall. The contact is concerned that the brake failure could potentially cause a crash to occur. The vin was not available.…
ODI 10305892
Control Unit/Module · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Prius 2010. 1. When stopping and one of my front tires goes over a pothole, stick, or any other markedly uneven pavement, the brakes release propelling the car forward. 2. I notice most when i am going down hill. So far it has only happened when i am going slowly and braking hard enough to stop the car. It has not happened at higher speeds in traffic when i am merely slowing down in traffic. 3. I brought it to the…
ODI 10306042
Control Unit/Module · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I own a 2010 prius, purchased 7/22/09. I have experienced a sudden surge when traveling over a bump or large pothole. The car momentarily surges and feels slightly out of control. This has happened about a dozen times in the 6 months i have owned the vehicle. I am concerned about my safety and this is why i am writing to you. *jb
ODI 10306056
Control Unit/Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 prius. While driving approximately 5 mph on uneven pavement the vehicle lunged forward and she was forced to engage the brake pedal twice to stop the vehicle. The failure occurred 10 times prior to having it diagnosed by the dealer. The dealer stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. The failure mileage was 4. The current mileage was 3,800. Updated 03/12/10. *lj the consumer stated…
ODI 10305735