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Is there a new recall?

Discussion in 'Toyota Prius Service Bulletins - TSBs' started by seeh2o, Mar 25, 2011.

  1. seeh2o

    seeh2o Prius OG

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    I haven't received anything in the mail from Toyota, but I came home to a message from the dealership that did my last recall service (and were HORRIBLE) saying they wanted to schedule me to come in for another recall on my car.

    I think I've had everything done that has come my way...most recent was the coolant pump, the pedal, something to do w/the tank/bladder a long long time ago and they replaced my screen when it died and I had 100 miles left on the car under warranty (not a recall issue). I searched the internet and couldn't find anything new.

    Can anyone shed light?
     
  2. cwerdna

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    Sounds like they're trying to rip you off! There's no new recall, to my knowledge.
     
  4. seeh2o

    seeh2o Prius OG

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    I just listened to the message again, she said it was a "safety recall". I'm very suspicious. I'd mentioned in my written survey today that they wanted to charge me $500+ to replace the shift knob. I know it makes a clicking sound, read about the piece of warped plastic inside here on PC and have the instructions on how to DIY. Just a little cheaper than $500+. They tried to tell me that my shift knob must be put back into place manually...uh, no, it springs back into place perfectly just as it always has. Who do they think drives the car? Not me, I guess. Gee, I wonder if they want to replace it for free...for my "safety"?
     
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    firepa63 Former Prius Owner

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    Ask the dealer for details on the "recall".
     
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  7. seeh2o

    seeh2o Prius OG

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    Thanks for this. I signed up and appear to be up to date on all the safety recalls. I'll call the dealership on Mon to see what they have to say...not that I will ever go there again, but I am curious about why they called.
     
  8. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    Darn, this just cries out for a video 'sting' with a local TV station.
    Document no recalls
    Have the car inspected by a reputable mechanic,
    Then let the dealer tell you how much they wish to rip you off for.