Hybrid Battery Failure 2006 112,000 miles

If you can find someone to do an install and clean the HV battery fan (or DIY), you can have a brand new Toyota battery for $2295 which includes free shipping both directions (you are expected to return the code).

@Hometown Hybrids (Jessica) or at http://hometownhybrids.com/

 

welcome!
most of the rest of the car should do another 100k without any other huge expenses, so i would probably go for it.

 

My daughter just went through this. 2008 with 125 K, and had all services done at the dealer where she bought it new. She lives in California and the dealer said she needed a new Cat. ($2,500) and new traction battery ($3,000). After negations between the dealer and Toyota, it was no charge to repair. They even picked up the 3 week rental car cost. She does have an oil burner, and I suspect that is what caused the cat to fail. Tests are being done on that as well, but Toyota probably won't do anything on the oil burning issue, but it doesn't hurt to put it on record.

If you are on good terms with the dealer, they may be able to help with Toyota on getting a discount for the battery pack.

 

I have had good luck (so far) with Green Bean Battery. They will bring a refurbished battery to your house and replace it there for a little over $1500. They warranty the battery for 5 years (non-prorated). It's not a new battery, and it probably won't last 5 years - but they will replace it again if they are still in business. All of New York looks like it is in their coverage area.

I was back in business in 4 days after the battery failure. Good luck!

 

Is the cost of the OEM battery really $2,828? If so, that's on the high side and you should shop for a better OEM price.

Read this thread on how a board member called every dealer in his local area to find the most competitive price.
My Experience- New Toyota HV Battery Pricing, Installation, Options | PriusChat

 

From what I've been reading, you should probably be able to get a quote of under $2k- maybe as low as $1,800. Let us know the best rate if you call around and if you're able to buy it without using that particular dealership for the install.

 

$2828 is less than what I hear many dealer's are charging.
I have never heard of a dealer's standard price to be under $2000.
The only time I've heard of a lower price is if somehow Toyota Corporate chipped in some portion of the cost.

 

If it was for the full job including labor and taxes, I still think it is too much. However, that price is just for the HV battery. I just feel the dealer is profiteering.

Total quote for the job is $3304, which I feel is $900 - $1100 too much.

 

thank you for the update, all the best!

 

$2400 for an new battery from the dealer is a smokin deal.
You'll never regret getting new cells vs buying used.

 

That is indeed a great price from a dealer. You should have plenty of life ahead now!

 

I just had my battery go out at 140K on my 2007. The car is in great shape in every other way so I got a new battery installed at the dealer. That is about what I paid. Very happy with my decision.

 

Just a follow-up. It's been 2,000 miles and she didn't need to add any oil. there is longer an oil burning issue. . All we can think of the Cat. had something to do with the oil issue. She is very happy

 

You should keep an eye on the oil still. It might have been over filled initially. Check every 1000 miles

The emissions warranty in CA is 15 years 150k miles. The cat was under warranty. No negotiations needed