2010 Toyota Prius Service Brakes, Electric Problems
- 502
- 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 502 stored complaint records:
- 20 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 11 records
- loss braking · 9 records
- brake recall · 8 records
- brake failure · 8 records
- bumpy road · 7 records
- brakes seem · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 444 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes, Electric · Traction Control System
While applying moderate pressure to the brakes on my 2010 prius and while driving over a bumpy road, the brakes seem to momentarily, but completely fail. Then the car seems to briefly accelerate (or at least free-wheel) before the brakes feel like they're starting engage and work again. This has happened with this new car since the day i purchased it in july of 2009. It does it every single day, as i drive over the…
ODI 10308022
Service Brakes, Electric
I have a 2010 toyota prius. I noticed that when heading downhill on a road with many bumps, payment irregularities, etc. That the braking would total fail for about 1/2 a second. I was always careful on this type of road to reduce speed earlier to compensate. I had the recall reprogramming performed on 2/12/2010. *tr
ODI 10310613
Service Brakes, Electric
2010 prius brake problem experienced sunday, february 7, 2010. I was turning right into a driveway from a busy street and applied my brakes as i was entering the upward slanted driveway when braking disappeared and i surged forward about one to two seconds before applying the brakes a second time and regaining braking capability. It's the only time this has happened to me since buying the prius last november, but…
ODI 10307692
Service Brakes, Electric · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Driving a 2010 prius coming to a stoplight. Went over a raised portion of road resulting in a very noticeable bump. Car seemed to lurch forward and braking didn't seem to work for a short time. Thought i was going to go through the red light into cross traffic but brakes took hold and i was able to stop.
ODI 10307550
Service Brakes, Electric
I own a 2010 toyota prius which i purchased in august 2009. When i drive down a bumpy hill near my home, the brakes temporarily fail to hold if i am braking while going over the bumps themselves. It feels like the car it taking off after each bump. I believe i am experiencing the same problem as other prius owners are. Thank you for you attention to this matter. *tw
ODI 10307217
Service Brakes, Air · Service Brakes, Electric · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
While driving eastbound on moorpark street, approaching dixie canyon avenue, i braked in preparation to make a right hand turn, and the brakes released when i hit a small pot hole. The brakes re-engaged approximately 1-2 seconds later. *cn
ODI 10307588
Service Brakes, Electric · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I suffered a temporary loss of braking while approaching a toll booth on the new jersey garden state parkway. The loss occured immediately after hitting a large bump as i was slowing to pay the toll. Soon after braking returned and i was able to continue slowing and did not strike anything. *cn
ODI 10307578
Service Brakes, Electric
This is the second time my car has hit a pothole in the road and the brakes stopped working. The first time i thought it was just me, but the second time i realized it was really happening and scary. I was headed southbound on rowena blvd in los angeles, was starting my deceleration when i hit this pot hole on the right side of the road. For about 2 seconds my car stopped decelerating and i could feel no power on…
ODI 10307198
Service Brakes, Electric · Unknown Or Other
When applying the brakes over a bumpy or metallic surface, there is a uncomfortable delay until the brakes "kick in". This has been going on for some time.
ODI 10307177
Service Brakes, Electric
While braking, right front wheel hit a small pothole and brakes disengaged for a split second. *cn updated 9/29/11*cw
ODI 10306995
Service Brakes, Electric
While traveling over a speed bump and applying brakes, brakes malfunction for a period of time. While traveling to car dealership and coming to a stop to make a turn, the road was uneven, and the brakes again did not function immediately. On both occasions, no cars were directly in front of may car. *cn
ODI 10306920
Service Brakes, Electric
Brake failure on 2010 prius in snowy conditions. I was driving with my 11 year old daughter going less than 10 miles per hour approaching a busy intersection. The brakes would not engage and i could not stop before entering the intersection. I was almost hit by a bus. The bus saw me and sped up thus avoiding a tragedy. Also, the other oncoming traffic was able to stop and avoid me. My daughter and i were very…
ODI 10312502
Service Brakes, Electric
As i braked to make a right turn at an intersection, my two week old 2010 toyota prius stopped braking when i hit a section of the roadbed that had some winter damage to it and the car's anti-lock brakes attempted to cut in. It felt like the car surged forward, but i understand it was just a sudden loss of braking as the transfer between the different braking mechanisms occurred. Since i was turning onto a highway…
ODI 10307556
Service Brakes, Electric
I own a 2010 toyota prius and frequently (~1 x week) experience a braking problem as being reported by the media. If, while i am braking, the car goes over a bump, pot-hole, or wavy pavement, the car feels like it isn't braking, as if the wheel is off the ground or sliding on ice. It only occurs while the car is being bumped, so usually it is only lasts a matter of a few feet. I hope this helps you identify the…
ODI 10307013
Service Brakes, Electric · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Temporary brake failure when braking over potholes or braking in a turn *cn
ODI 10307004
Equipment · Service Brakes, Electric · Unknown Or Other
My 2010 prius stops braking or accelerates when hitting a pothole or bump causing the car to stop later than anticipated. Almost hit a person in the cross walk. *cn
ODI 10307000
Service Brakes, Electric
I own a 2010 toyota prius. When i approach a pothole or rough patch in the road and apply the brakes as i am driving over it, the brakes slip and the car lurches forward. This has occurred six times since i purchased the vehicle in september of 2009. I took the car to toyota of santa monica on february 5,2010. They ran a diagnostic test and concluded that nothing was faulty within the braking system. This is the…
ODI 10306973
Service Brakes, Electric · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Momentary brake loss. 2010 prius, mfg. Date 12/09. Purchase date 2/1/10. Low speed slowing down with light braking for stop light. Happened over a man hole cover (i think). When it felt like the brakes quite momentarly. *cn
ODI 10306910
Service Brakes, Electric
Toyota prius 2010 braking problem turning left in to parking structure or on to highway ramp. Sudden surge and loss of braking for a few moments. Always able to control car. *tr
ODI 10306815
Service Brakes, Electric
My 2010 toyota prius accelerates suddenly coming to a stop and going over a bump. It has happened several times since i bought the car last july (twice today). Also, it handles terribly in the snow, skidding through turns and when braking. I have been driving in the snow for 30 years and have never had a car that handles so poorly. *tr
ODI 10306796
Service Brakes, Electric
Toyota prius 2010 purchased july 2009. This vehicle has the braking problem which is described in the media. The brake "intermittent release" on uneven road surface is repeatable and has been symptomatic since new. *tr
ODI 10306694
Service Brakes, Electric
Toyota prius 2010 model - bought july 2009 - periodically (taken place over a period of 6 months or so) when pressing the brake pedal, there is a short period of time when it is apparent that no braking action is taking place and than all of a sudden you can tell that the braking action has taken place. It is scary when this takes place. I do have an appointment with the dealer this coming week. *tr
ODI 10306652
Service Brakes, Electric
At 15 mph and braking, brakes disengage for less than one second after hitting a road imperfection (an old metal and rubber sensor placed about 10 or 15 feet from crosswalk) that is perpendicular to driving direction. At 35 mph, brakes disengage when braking and crossing a bridge/overpass connector plate. *tr
ODI 10306504
Service Brakes, Electric
We bought a 2010 prius iii at the end of december 2009. We have noticed a braking problem as follows: with brake pedal pressed, going over a bump, the car will lunge forward 1 to 2 feet, even though the brake is pressed and car moving very slowly. This has happened about 6 or 7 times, most recently 2/4/10. We are careful to stop with significant room before a car ahead at stop lights and intersections but cannot…
ODI 10307202
Service Brakes, Electric
2010 prius. Have a number of incidents that at first thought the stability system but now understand that is not so. Has happened a few times. When going around a corner on wet road and applied brake had this lurch forward movement. Happened again once on ice and again when going from asphalt to slightly raised brick road and was applying brakes. Was applying brakes in all incidents. In addition on numerous…
ODI 10306882
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