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2010 Prius 87k hybrid system failure (ref: recall)

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by wheelsup, Mar 13, 2015.

  1. wheelsup

    wheelsup Junior Member

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    A few days ago our 2010 with 87k became immobile with "Check Hybrid System" illuminated on dash. Dropped it off at the dealer who had it all day. Replaced the "transistor kit" part number 04899-47021 and blamed the failure on the recall. Recall was not completed. Wife felt a jolt while driving home but no warning lights illuminated. Next day she tried to start it and got that message.

    Codes pulled were p3004 with info code 800 and p0ad.

    So, if you haven't done the recall yet, DO IT.

    It was covered under warranty ($2200 or so). We did get a new transistor and a coolant flush out of the deal, I guess. Hopefully no long term damage has resulted. Not too sure what the "transistor" is, is that another word for inverter?
     
    #1 wheelsup, Mar 13, 2015
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  2. mrbigh

    mrbigh Prius Absolutum Dominium

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    It should be the "inverter repair Kit" assembly instead of replacing the whole shebang!!!(n)
     
    #2 mrbigh, Mar 14, 2015
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    didn't you get a recall notice?
     
    #3 bisco, Mar 14, 2015
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    I have a 2010 how do i know if this recall has been done or not?
     
    #4 John Bergendahl, Mar 14, 2015
  5. Tony D

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    Contact your local Toyota dealer and they can run your vin
     
    #5 Tony D, Mar 14, 2015
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  7. macman408

    macman408 Electron Guidance Counselor

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    And for a third option, there should be a sticker on the underside of the hood noting that the E0E recall has been applied to the vehicle.
     
    #7 macman408, Mar 15, 2015
  8. ilovegirls

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    Is this even worth doing? I don't want to get worse gas mileage.
     
    #8 ilovegirls, Jan 9, 2016
  9. macman408

    macman408 Electron Guidance Counselor

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    My mileage has been consistent at about 52 mpg average when compared with prior to the recall service.

    (YMMV. ;))
     
    #9 macman408, Jan 10, 2016
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