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- Actuator issues plaguing 2010 Prius.
ABS. Brake. Trac warning ⚠️ lights
Part fails again after past recall. Toyota will not own the problem! Call complain. Register complaint with www.nhtsa.gov/ - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Warranty enhancement
CSP ZJB
REPORT TO NHTSA.
Be relentless with daily emails to Toyota, if they decline help continue to email with safety concerns!
toyota@mailva.custhelp.com
This only applies to 2009-2010. I was not able to get coverage since my model is 2011.
I have a 2013 three with the exact same issue
Jonathan Miller make sure to file a complaint with the NHTSA. I also hammered Toyota every week with an email. They’ll blow you off, but just keep sending them - the hey have to register each correspondence with a central database.
taxivid take it to a Toyota dealership and reference the warranty enhancement program. They did repair my problem. This is a chronic problem with the Prius. Be persistent, good luck!
Hi there. Top 4 bottom 5, is it top 4 from left and bottom 5 from left?
Thanks a lot dude this worked for me as well. I read a few forums and had no clue what people were talking about and then came across this super easy to follow video and fixed it on the first try. You da man!
thank you! it works perfectly with my 08 Prius after brake fluid flushing and new rotors and brakes. in addition, during trying to locate the pins i touched the wrong ports i think, and i heard a beep; probably this is why the red triangle and check engine light stays on after all brake warning light turned of. i just decided to go ahead and clear the red triangle and check engine light with i OBD BlueDriver scan tool. Again, thank you for sharing your struggling experience with Prius!!🙏👍
I parked on a level surface released the handbrake then started the car. Pumped the brake pedal 8 times without putting paper clip. Oh before also doing all this I removed the brake cap let some pressure went out. So after doing all these I drove the car for about 50 feet and realized all the abs brake and traction lights are gone! Don’t know how much these videos help. Thank you.
I tried your method and it worked. I'm sending you love from the other side of the world
Prius 2010. The same issue has been resolved. It seems regenerating and braking work well. Much appreciated!
Toyota failed to notify owners of the problem and the deadline. We should all also file a Complaint with the federal trade commission (FTC). This will probably get Toyota's attention faster.
Resetting it that way is only a temporary fix. It goes away after a good half hour and it’s random, so you could be going down a hill and have to slam on your brakes
Great video! I have the same problem. 2010/137,000 I called Toyota and they said i was not in the VIN pen of recall. So after the dealership quoted me a $3000 repair, Toyota said they would gift me $1000 credit at my dealership. (It took them several days to come to this solution, so they must know something is wrong). I have been driving it with out the repair. It drives just like you describe, however, brake pads will go very quickly. I found that there are hybrid repair shops that will take a salvaged unit front the newer year and replace for $950-$1200. That is still more money than I can justify spending, BUT it is cheaper than getting in another vehicle. I am having them do mine. Part should be here in a week. When they search the unit, they use the VIN and change 2 of the digits and that way the unit they are getting has the correction to the problem. They have done this many times with much success. Yes Toyota needs to own this mistake.
Toyota has finally issued a Customer Support Program "ZJB" to cover the Prius 2010 Brake Booster and Booster Pump Assemblies. Issued August 9, 2018. The warranty is good until November 30, 2019, regardless of mileage, or 10 years/150,000 miles. They will pay for the $3,000 repair.
Yama4Yama YES, I had mine fixed and they are going to reimburse me. It must have caught up to them.
T IS FREE from Toyota Dealer for Unlimited Miles until 31 August 2021. AFter that it is 10 years /150k miles policy. It is NOT RECALL, so Owner has to actively contact Dealer. VOLUNTARY COSTUMER SATISFACTIONS PROGRAM. static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10164922-9999.pdf
@@Yama4Yama lol if only I saw this 3 years ago... I just looked mine up and it says "no open recalls" not no recalls... Just no open recalls... Such shenanigans
Excellent video. We did this procedure and saved my daughter lots of money!!
Thank you so much for this video, it helped right away and easy to do.
Thank you very much!! You saved my money and time!! Ohh, but light came back on
What years affected by this? I have an 06 but no issues at all. Do I need to do anything before recall ends?
Thanks a million man! Had the same lights and issues you did. My fluid was low so I went to Walmart and got some topped it off! Also went ahead and filled a complaint.
albert nunez cool, sorry for the crappy video- I hoped it helps.
We’ve got to hammer Toyota and NTSA.gov
I did this it didn’t work
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Just used this trick on my 2012 Prius and it worked! Thank you!!
Was about to give up after 10 times, use one paper clip, right to left, bottom 4th, top 5th, make sure you see the DIAG sign and it should work following the video. Thank you so much !!!
My lights just keep flashing after hitting the break 8 quick times and being in diag. When I hit the breaks 8 times, thr break light comes on and it beeps a few times but that's it
Thank you for this vid. Got the regenerative braking working again. I was getting 12 mpg if you can believe it. With zero mil codes. Just abs brake and traction control lights
It is free replacement until 31 august 2021 for 2011_2015 model
@@rondhole quick dum question should your car be damaged for them to replace it or can you just show up and address the recall situation
@@nnma3736 No just call and visit your dealership. Bring that printout from government website NHTSA, they have to fix it if the have the parts in stock. Make sure visit the dealer before August if you have 2011-2015 Prius. They have to replace it even you do not have any engine code. It matters of which version/production number on the defective parts. Good part has sticker with letters go around the cylinder, not parallel to the axis
@@rondhole I just purchased a 2011 base prius but I mean if it's something they can fix as a recall why not purchased with 142,000 miles but it runs really good I'll have to check it out. . Thanks for the reply bro...
@@nnma3736 it's not recalls. It's a champaign of costumer satisfaction. You need to ask to get it fixed. Just like melting dashboard few years ago. I got full dashboard replacement on my Siena 2004 and Lexus ES 2005 even they are 13 y old.
Its weird but my 04 prius end up being the drive motor inverter cooler water pump,is working good now,my mechanic switch part,
Wow that was so easy! Thank you very much
IT WORKED! THANKYOU!
When you said brakes feel spongy what do you mean. I have the same error and the brakes are not working i have to push deep down to get it so brake i think the abs pump maybe gone
How long does it go away? When clutch master cylinders you can pump it like this to increase the pressure for a while but it will go away and isnt a permanent fix.
Good evening, I am dealing with the same issue and tried to see what the 1-8 sound was. Is that the shifter and are you going to Neutral. I can see the paperclip is in the 4/5 spot. Do you push this in and then hit the shifter or is it already in?
I hope you are well
I have a 2014 Prius Plug-In that had the same lights come on and no regen braking. I purchased a Veepeak OBDCheck BLE+ Bluetooth 4.0 OBD II Scanner and scanned for error codes. It said my rear left speed sensor was bad. I since then replaced that wheel bearing which has a built in speed sensor and the issue has been resolved. Hopefully this helps others as I was confused as to what was causing the lights to come on like in this video.
Nervous about my issue, the buzzing sound goes off every minute when car is on. Is there gonna be any other options especially when there was a recall before? Would this fix actually take that sound away every minute. I dont hv any abs lights come on as of yet too
Thank you, It worked for a little bit but the light came back on. I replaced the Sensor also which I taught that was the problem code C0205 and then I did the reset but the lights came back on after being off for about two miles. The Actuator seems to be working? no buzz or any clicking sounds on it.
Thank you Sir with in five minutes it solves my problems too they ask me $3500
I had all this lights on my dashboard and the morning I was taken it to service all the codes were cleared? Weird. The Toyota representative told me the codes are store in the computer of the car and they will be able to see if any codes come on and fix it. Is this true, I heard your lights have to be on in order to qualify for the recall.
I already reset and lights gone
And came back again
Plz what I should do now?
I just got same issue, did try same.method I guess it didn't work on mine. Toyota dealer was saying 3000$ cost to replace actuator which I feel bs.
Paper clip was inserted into obd ? Or where thanks
This is exactly what mine is doing! I was freaking out planning on taking it to the dealership in the morning and having to pay a s*** ton of money. So glad I found this. Thank you. Going to try this tomorrow
Yo Taj, Is it from left to right or right to left. also do you put the paperclip in the hole with the same clip or 2 different paperclips Thanks fellow Lane
Hello, did it work?
My traction control light is just on how do i turn off
I have the same issue , 2013 Toyota Prius plug in and I did what u did and nothing , I got a scan tool and they mechanic told me it’s the ABS control module
Has anyone attempted to get this CSP service complete without any system warning indicators/lights as listed in the bulletin? There's no doubt that our Prius is on it's way to throwing some indicator lights, but it's not there yet. 10 years is up in November, so the clock is ticking, meanwhile the car is barely being driven due to the pandemic.
I’ve called into the service center and gave them my vn# and my 2010 Toyota Prius is covered until nov 30th of 2019 for the abs brake assembly. You will have to get it checked out and if they find a problem then they will fix it. If they don’t find a problem then they will charge you for checking it out.
Why in the F is there an expiration date on this recall, when that is a huge safety concern?
I savannapirates I have an 2004.... and those lights come on from time to time and then my car shuts down... where exactly are you placing the paper lip? Please help!!
Charlotte Frost bend the paper clip into a U shape. Hole #4 top and #5 bottom.
I have the same issue with my 2012 Prius. I've argued back and forth with a local dealer (south FL) as well as Toyota Corp. and nothing has been resolved. I've also filed a complaint with NHTSA. A friend of mine who used to be a service advisor at Toyota told me that Toyota is very well aware of the issue and that he has personally seen his dealership fix this issue for free for preferred customers. I guess I don't fall into that category!!
This is my third Prius and I have been a loyal customer to Toyota for the past 13 years.
I sold my last prius (2008 model) after Toyota gave me the same run around for failing hybrid battery at 100k miles...for which the dealer tried to charge me $4500. I had the hybrid battery issue resolved for $1500 with a one year warranty from an independent company. At this point I decided to buy the next gen Prius with the hope of buying a better car and now here we are yet again.
After this I'm not sure I'll stay with a Toyota.
Thanks for your video btw and good luck to all.
villam10 honestly, I don’t think I’d buy another Prius. I’d personally stay with Toyota, not hybrid. The issue we are talking about is effing profound. I seriously emailed Toyota up to twice a week about the issue. They’re response was no assistance will be given.
I still emailed to the end when they FINALLY gave the 2010 an enhanced warranty. Then I emailed the document showing I was right after all.
Good luck to you!
Same problem with the same fix for my 2013 prius 3
So mine is going and toyota says they cant fix it unless it throws codes. But they acknowledge it. ANyway, anyone know how to MAKE the codes show?
I’m waiting on a call from Toyota today. Hopefully this was problem and they fix it!
Thanks bro just now done it
dude i pluuged the paper clip hit brake turn on the car hit brake 8 times in 5 seconds turn of the car take off the clip nothing happens ..still abs brake trac light how do i turn it off?
Thannks mate it worked for me too ❣. But it will come back I think its the Master cilinder need replacment
We followed the video exactly and it worked perfectly. Leave car on when you do the paper clip trick.
Shelby Tipton be prepared, it’s usually a temporary fix😕
Best of luck!
@@savannahpirates407 dude i pluuged the paper clip hit brake turn on the car hit brake 8 times in 5 seconds turn of the car take off the clip nothing happens ..still abs brake trac light how do i turn it off?
@@tombatty1964 by chance was the steering wheel centered? i saw on another post the steering wheels needs to be centered. when you turned on the lights, did the lights blink? did the "diag"nostic sign pop up? Once the "diag"nostic sign pops up, then do 8pumps within 5sec of the diag sign.
I went into Toyota with a pdf that wasn’t labeled as a recall, but a “warranty extension” for this exact problem and they’ve fixed it for free
Do you have a link to the pdf ???
Thank you.
Were could we find this?
where did you get this pdf warranty extension???
Charles Sparks good to here I have the same problem
+Charles Sparks can you Gmail me the PDF?
Thanks bro
i just had this happen on my 12 prius v , all the same lights came on ( brake, abs, traction control, and the exclamation mark lights all came on, car lost its regen ability on braking - i checked the brake fluid and noticed it was low, so i brought it up to the full line with some dot 3, and pulled the positive cable on the 12v battery / let the car sit a while to be sure it would clear out the code -- after about 30 mins i re connected the battery cable, powerd the car up without putting foot on brake, ( the start button has a red light when u do it) and pumped the brakes a bunch of times , then put my foot on the brake and hit the start button -- everything went back to normal , all the lights were out. took the car for a drive and everything was fine. what ive learned is, there are alot of problems that can cause these lights to come on, so if this happens to you, its not always the 3000 abs brake actuator assembly. however these same lights all come on if it is the actuator , but like i said it could be a wheel sensor / abs sensor, fluid level sensor, and a whole lot of other little things that can make these lights all come on, so if it happens dont panic its most likly something simple like in my case ( needed fluid and reset computer) and everything was fine
Hi I have the same problem. just wanted to know, did the problem return after you perform this procedures since then?
What was your diagnosis? My 2011 has the same lights.
ben hager how has it been since you “fixed” it? Still working with no problem?
T IS FREE from Toyota Dealer for Unlimited Miles until 31 August 2021. AFter that it is 10 years /150k miles policy. It is NOT RECALL, so Owner has to actively contact Dealer. VOLUNTARY COSTUMER SATISFACTIONS PROGRAM. static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10164922-9999.pdf
I hace a 2011 Toyota Prius, apparently the brake booster extended warranty expedited on 08/31/21. What upsets me is I had taken my car in to Tustin Toyota on June 2020 to do a different recall but the did nothing about the brake booster or said nothing. I’m here at the dealer and they said they only fix them when they go bad. Well now mines bad and I’m effed. This has been one of the must frustrating things I’ve ever gone through with a car. Feels like I’m driving a BMW.
Hey @Savannahpirates did this last for a while for you? I had the same issue come up yesterday with my 2010 and this fixed it for now . Is it just cheating the system in to thinking it’s working? Did the code just need to be reset? Or do I still need this $3000 fix?
Ryan unfortunately it’s temporary. Try to push for the warranty enhancement.
Savannahpirates Awesome, I’ll check in to it. Thanks for the video and the info!
VERY IMPORTANT QUESTION: Did anyone receive a firmware update to the hybrid system right before this issue started happening???
That is exactly what happened to us. Brought the car with no apparent issues into the dealer for an oil change and the update. It was returned to us with all of the above lights on and no regenerative braking, just like the OP.
@@jgulecas I had big battery pack exchanged used battery pack and shortly after all these lights popped up.. Now do not know what to do
There is warranty extension for this problem currently until 08/31/2021 for any mileage. After that day warranty applies to 150K or 10 yeas which comes first. In order to have the warranty one of the C1391 or 1251 kind of codes should be showing on the vehicle. It is not a recall. It has to show DTCs.
Really? How do I go about it?
@@wturner777 bro did you ever find out...mine has 146k miles
i have 139k and i have that code C 1391 and the abs/brake and skid light is on. 2014 prius. will i still be eligible?
Will they reimburse the diagnosis fee after warranty coverage? My car was covered this week but the diagnostic was did several months ago. The dealership said contact Toyota company.
And is it normal for MPG dropped almost 10 miles per gallon after the break problems fixed?
Finna try this. This is crazy I'm just now discovering this is a common problem.
Thank you
Having the same issue in 2010 Toyota Prius my car battery was dead and after replacing it ...issue started
What did he do with the paper clip? I can't see it in the video.
Help please, my 2010 Prius just did the same thing!
Much Sunshine have it fixed, there was a recall!
do you need re programming to replace actuator and pump?
Yes
Same on our 2012. Toyota doesn't want to cover saying it is not throwing off all the codes needed for coverage. ZJB prgram covers 2012 Priuses until 11/2021.
James Gulecas try to get another dealership to look at it. You’ve got to raise hell about this problem!
Hi Savann,
I also had this issue last night while driving My Prius 2012 all abs lights were on..
I did your break paddles treatment to my vehicle last night but I didn't insert paper clip to ODB port..
It was not corrected while I was doing paddling ..
today morning I noticed all lights reset.. and regenerative break also works fine..
Thanks a lot sir..
I have 2011 model , same problem !! I just filed a complaint at NHTSA website
Hi, checking if the brake noises got extremely frequent and then failed in one shot, My 2011 Prius would infrequently make whirring, clicking noises previously, but more of recently, it has started doing very frequently and is very noisy, the clicking seems to be worrying and keeps on going for 30 sec, this is also occurring while driving as well now.
It IS FREE from Toyota Dealer for Unlimited Miles until 31 August 2021. AFter that it is 10 years /150k miles policy. It is NOT RECALL, so Owner has to actively contact Dealer. VOLUNTARY COSTUMER SATISFACTIONS PROGRAM. static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10164922-9999.pdf
Interesting hack my friend, now i know i dont have to buy a new actuator. . .. . .kindly get a clear video on how you slip the paper clip into the obd2 slot. . . . .
Hey how’s it going man so what did you end up doing with your car mine is doing the same right now
Chris Cruz hey
Toyota finally covered the repair through a warranty enhancement program. I believe I pinned a post with the link. Good luck with your car.
HI IF I REPLACE abs actuator and pump what is part number for 2010 prius?
My 07 need a replacement actuator
I got a used one and install all for 700.00
First of all thank you so much for uploading this video …it has literally saved me thousands of dollars. This has happened three times now and I have reset it every time so I was wondering if you could tell me why it keeps happening and what I need to do differently.
Glad it helped, not the best video - but it’s helped some people.
From what I know is the brake booster is bad and probably needs to be replaced. Best of luck!
@@savannahpirates407thanks much for this vid. I'm gonna try this fix later today. but it seems like it's a very temporary fix that has to be repeated a lot. have you ever confirmed your hypothesis that it's the break booster?
The same lights just popped up a week ago on my 2012 prius. Does something actually need to be replaced or just reset the light like you did?
Get it checked out and hope for the best. For many it’s the notorious brake booster/actuator assembly. A $3k repair …
No get a used one and mechanic will charge a few hundred for work
This does actually work, thanks for sharing! Could you post a link when you have the time where to register the complaint. Also, if I may add that you have to press on the brake pump really quickly, about 8 time or more within 5 seconds. Did this ever happen to you again, just wondering if the problem persisted? Thanks again for the video!
Lurker Lurk the reset is short lived. I purchased the car used, the problem started about 4 months after purchase.
The history shows the actuator assembly being changed out under recall. Now, same crap!
Toyota has finally issued a Customer Support Program "ZJB" to cover the Prius 2010 Brake Booster and Booster Pump Assemblies. Issued August 9, 2018. The warranty is good until November 30, 2019, regardless of mileage, or 10 years/150,000 miles. They will pay for the $3,000 repair.
T IS FREE from Toyota Dealer for Unlimited Miles until 31 August 2021. AFter that it is 10 years /150k miles policy. It is NOT RECALL, so Owner has to actively contact Dealer. VOLUNTARY COSTUMER SATISFACTIONS PROGRAM. static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10164922-9999.pdf
@@Yama4Yama does this still stands?
@@tftinternet6409 click on the link posted by @rondhole. It depends on the year of your Prius.
Hello, I did the same thing, I have a 2010 Prius, the lights went out, but that sound still has and when I release the brake, there is an air sound. When I press the brake , the air sound (like ssssss) goes away. I don’t know what happened please help me
I have had the same exact issue with the same lights on, what is the permanent solution?
Drew Carlson replace the brake booster assembly. I have a 2010 and it was covered by a warranty enhancement.
Had it happen last night... No apparent break issues... Slowly drove home... If the lights return or anything else changes I will update this post.
How is your Prius?
@@saganandroid4175 20,000 mi 4 months later still good... It should be noted that I do my breaks myself. My brakes system has been flushed multiple times... I'm big on replacing parts of caliber systems and not entire units if it need be... I noticed that some of the complete rebuilds out there on the market are shittier /actually worse or flat out broken... I've done great jobs on many vehicles for friends and family over the years. Probably do about five brake jobs a year so I'm not a professional but my friends usually come to me after the mechanic f*** something up on a job... All of this to say that there was no physical issue with my breaks at the time nor has there been since... A family of deer break checked me last night 😂 everything is working as it should thanks to this paper clip
Thx bro helped a lot
Hi, this methods works on my 2013 prius 3rd gen but does ur abs kept on making the buzzing sound even when u’re in drive mode? Cos it never buzzed before after u drove but now it does, any ideas? Thanks
No, didn’t notice a buzz in sound from ABS. There was the constant source of the faulty actuator cycling even after reset.
I do get a buzzing sound when the AC is running tho…
@@savannahpirates407 same happened to mine, i guess the sounds came from the actuator too (very short cycling and even on the move), but after reseting for nearly half a day, all those lights appeared again 😪
What exactly did you do to make the lights go out? I'm having the exact same issue and Toyota also said it would be 3,000 to fix.
Tasha Ross I used a paper clip, make it into a U shape. Car running, but in park ...One end into top row forth hole- other end bottom row fifth hole.
When both in place pump brake pedal 8 times then back the paper clip out slowly until lights stop flashing.
I leave the paper clip in place because the lights will eventually return.
This is a huge problem and Toyota needs to own up to it!
Hey my fricking prius is starting to do this is this a software issue or something physically going wrong with the car.... I don't hear any noises coming from under the hood.
My 2010 just started this tonight! Gen lll. I’m going to try this fix in the morning. Will update....
It worked! Thanks!
@@mborrego28 it’s been 3 years updates?
Thank you its working
Doesn't' work. Miles my vary but after you reset, i drove the car for about 20 miles and the lights came back on on the dashboard.
So I did this but my regenerating breaks stop working after an hour
>>> = HELP HELP HELP =
ditto here....203K miles...been driving it like this for a few months now. have to change this myself. im not dropping the price of a used car on getting someone to fix it.
For how long? You kept resetting it?
i have the same problem.did you solve the problem with the pin trick or you change the abs unit?please let me know!thanks!
georgeallou The paperclip trick is a very temporary fix. They (Toyota) wound up covering it as an extended type warranty. This is a major issue for the Prius! Good luck.
@@savannahpirates407 thank you very much!they ask from me 2500euro to fix it.i think that i will tear appart the car and sell it for spear parts!thanks!
What about the brakes feeling like they momentarily go out it you're braking while hitting a large bump?
I'm sure I'm not the only one experiencing that.
Mine as well
I swear omg and I’m in nyc
Same here
My 2014 Prius too
Yep, mine too
Thanks for this Video! my 2010 Toyota is having the same problem! However, when I tried this, it did not work... Do you know why ? or another way to do so?
Sherri Litvak I’m sorry the video isn’t the best, try again. Paper clip bent into a U shape- top #4 and bottom #5. Car on in park and on.
Slide the clip in and the lights will flash- tap brakes 8 times fairly quickly and then remove the clip.
This is a temporary fix, make sure to file a complaint with nhtsa.gov and keep hammering Toyota!
Toyota has finally issued a Customer Support Program "ZJB" to cover the Prius 2010 Brake Booster and Booster Pump Assemblies. Issued August 9, 2018. The warranty is good until November 30, 2019, regardless of mileage, or 10 years/150,000 miles. They will pay for the $3,000 repair.
@@Yama4Yama
Hi. Got same problem in my 2011 Prius. Do you know if they have ZJB program for 2011?
Not sure, the program only covers 2010. Maybe they will release one next year. Best thing would be to contact Toyota warranty about your problem, so they have it on record.
It worked, just a clarification, when he says 4 top, 5 bottom he means from left to right. I put the clip w/car off, turned car on, got the diagnosis light on and pumped 8 times quickly and shut the car off, removed the clip and when I turned the car on again there was no warning light on the dash
Rodrigo Nunes yeah, I suck at making CZcams videos- I tried. Hopefully it helps some people. The fix doesn’t usually work very long. Make sure to file a NHTSA complaint. See if you qualify for the warranty enhancement!
Works if you don't turn off car when u do paper clip trick. We followed video exactly and it worked perfectly. Thank you
I got a letter about this from Toyota saying they will fix this issue. They said it takes 6 hours, but I don’t have any issues with my brakes, so I looked it up to see what was up.
Edit: I have a 2013 Prius three with 34k miles.
So I just tried this. 5 times in a row. When you pull out paper clip goes immediately back to how it was. No fix. Any ideas?
Dylan Rose have you checked into the warranty enhancement?
This is a huge problem for the Prius!
Savannahpirates I did call Toyota and am waiting to hear back. Tried the paper clip and now my cruise control doesn’t work.
When I tell you my 2010 prius is sitting at the dealership for this same problem rn , I want to storm up there and do this in their parking lot , I will let you know when I pick my car up if this works. Definitely going to record.
Please keep us updated!
Using the paper clip trick just gets rid of dash warning lights and regen brakes. But it’s not “actually” fixing it, correct? The actuator is still failing right? My car is is starting to act weird. Brakes are touchy, and actuator is constantly cycling. But I don’t have any dash lights.........yet. I feel like it’s coming soon though.
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No, it’s not a fix. It does reset for a little while tho. I hope for the best with your car. Check if there are any warranty enhancements for your car. Good luck!
I was having this exact issue on my 2010 prius at around 165k miles. Fortunately for me the Toyota dealership told me it is a recall problem and they fixed it for free. I saved the diagnosis charge and the 2,000 cost to repair the problem.
Do you happen to have info on the recall? I have been told it wasn’t affiliated with a recall and I would love them to fix mine
Luis we need more info! How is it you got yours fixed while everyone else got boned? Maybe if you tell us all the details more of us can replicate your success.
@@saganandroid4175 I was fortunate that my car had the brake issue before the recall expire date. I had no idea that Toyota was fixing such brake issue for free before such date. The dealership told me I was lucky that Toyota was paying the 2k for the brake issue. I don't know If Toyota extended the expire date though. My car is a 2010 prius and had 160k miles at the time. Like 2 or 3years ago.
@Luis Gomez I am confused, so you did the recall thing 3 years ago or 10 months ago. 3 years ago, then yes that was before the deadline, but 10 months ago, I think it is impossible they would fix it for free.
@@stevek2121 I did the recall 1 month before it expired. Geez, I think this happened like 3 years ago. It is called the brake booster recall or brake booster actuator recall. It could be the case that Toyota might extend the expired date. It is best to call a Toyota dealership for up to date information.
Mine just started, brakes went out leaving Walmart, did your paper clip trick fix it and the problem came back?
Unfortunately, it was a temporary fix.
@@savannahpirates407
How long when its gona come back agin
Same problem I have but doesn’t work for my car
I have exactly the same problem!!! Help please
I found out today that my rear wheel bearings were causing my brake, abs and traction control lights to go off! The speed sensor is having trouble reading the speed of the tire. Dealer want 1100 dol. to repair!! I am just going to order the wheel bearings and install myself..ugh. But they took care of my air bag recall.
Under Broken Skies damn, sorry it wasn’t an easy fix in your favor.
The big giveaway besides the lights was the actuator cycling every five seconds. You can hear it in the video. If you hear that I’d get another diagnostic done. My code was C1391.
Savannahpirates I didn’t hear it. But if it happens with the time frame of this extension I will most definitely take it back.
@@savannahpirates407 So did you got your brake actuator [accumulator] replaced? what about the brake booster?
Had this dang issue, they replaced it under this CSP, now the problem is back again, its just been over month now and this issue is back
varun singh that sucks, I’m on my third …
Just experienced this issue last night. Pricey repair, for sure.
2010/174,000 miles put me out of the warranty program?
Jerry Loughney It’s a recall, does not matter of the amount of miles.
Savannahpirates, thanks.
Just spoke with a service writer. He says mileage is too high, the program expired and my best bet is Toyota Customer Care to see what they could do.
My experience with TCC has been painful when getting reimbursement for blown light bulbs. This should be fun. 🙄
Thanks again for posting your vid.
Jerry Loughney from what I’m reading the primary coverage is through November 30, 2019 regardless of mileage.
Google Toyota Warranty enhancement ZJB
Savannahpirates, thanks again for your video and info. Toyota is indeed covering all repairs plus a loaner vehicle until all work is completed. That’s not the usual way Toyota has handled things with me, but I’m very grateful how this went.
It looks like there was a recall on this issue "FEB 12, 2014 ; Toyota will apply an update to skid control ECU software on cars in this recall to fix an “electronic circuit condition” that could cause the vehicles stability control, anti-lock braking systems and traction control function to shut down intermittently, Toyota said. However, in the event of such a failure the standard brakes will still work, according to the company." These are the lights that come on Skid control, Anti-Lock, Brake.
Carol Farkas with 3 minute $69 scan the dealership says code c1391 brake booster/actuator/master cylinder. The dealership told me it’s a costly problem that Toyota Corp is well aware of - disappointing 🤨
Same problem on my 2010 prius 170k miles. Mine was bill after the October 2009 recall so mine is not part of the recall
Don Shin , yeah totally sucks! Be sure to file written complaint to Toyota and nhtsa.gov
Toyota has finally issued a Customer Support Program "ZJB" to cover the Prius 2010 Brake Booster and Booster Pump Assemblies. Issued August 9, 2018. The warranty is good until November 30, 2019, regardless of mileage, or 10 years/150,000 miles. They will pay for the $3,000 repair.
My 2011 is having this issue. Not covered under the "support program" and I've already had an accident because of my brakes locking up (no abs) I don't have the money to fix this and Toyota won't do anything. On a good note, even though I have this issue and my car is beat up from the accident, it still runs and drives. So I guess it's a tough enough car 👍
It is free replacement now. You can get reimbursement by contacting Toyota NA support.
hi i just bought 2010 prius 198k miles from dealer.. after week suddenly abs brake traction control light turn on what should i do? should i tell dealer i purchased or toyota? who will help me
Tom Batty I think I’d start with the dealership.
Hopefully they will help you out. I wish you luck.
@@savannahpirates407 HI IF I REPLACE abs actuator and pump what is part number for 2010 prius?
This happened to me a month ago, now it's past the date of which Toyota offered to pay for the repair. Very upsetting! Imposing an arbitrary end-date on fixing faulty and expensive parts is terrible and greedy.
this happened to me yesterday. If I may ask - what steps you took to fix this issue? Did Toyota service dept. cooperate and get it fixed with no cost?
@@sohailalam2859 No they didn't, I'm getting it fixed through my local mechanic for $2500 unfortunately.
@Sohail Alam I found a temporary solution with 2010 6 press the breaking pedal all the way down continuously for 20 seconds, and the light will go off. Sometimes, it will come back again after 15 minutes and sometimes comes back in days. I do that all the time when I am driving.
How long does this short term fix last? Can I just keep resetting it?
Hal Roland , unfortunately not Long. Make sure to submit your register your complaint nhtsa.gov
Toyota has finally issued a Customer Support Program "ZJB" to cover the Prius 2010 Brake Booster and Booster Pump Assemblies. Issued August 9, 2018. The warranty is good until November 30, 2019, regardless of mileage, or 10 years/150,000 miles. They will pay for the $3,000 repair.
@@Yama4Yama Hi please I live in London does this apply in UK also? If so please advise how to go about it. Many thanks..
@@djchoplife2717 You would need to contact UK Toyota to see if this program applies to your Prius.
what was that 8 clicks?
I ordered a fancy scan tool this morning... Because mine popped this last night on my way home from work... I was surprised to find it threw no code on my scan tool that cost me $250 back when I bought the car that I've used for everything to date... There was nothing seemingly wrong with the vehicle operation what so ever.
Sean are you saying you used 2 scan tools? Did you ever get an error code? Any more issues after the paperclip reset?
@@saganandroid4175 thank you for commenting on this because I've been trying to refind this video for a friend lol... Do yourself a favor now and save this somewhere write the url down on a piece of paper tape it in a closet... Send an email to yourself lol
@@saganandroid4175 But to answer your question I have not had any issues in about 20,000 miles... I will mention that this code tripped late at night while I was driving on a section of the highway where there was about 15 disabled vehicles.. so for whatever that's worth I thought it was some kind of interference issue solar flare, lab Leak nearby, the Russians using the concussion ray idk what caused it but it was a non issue caused by a computer glitch and not a real problem or thing that needed to be replaced
Please check your brake fluid level. It was actually my problem and, thank God, just by adding some fluid all the lights went off.
I have a 09 Prius with 93000. In 2018 after buying it used the brake accuator went out. Luckily I just made the recall and got it replaced. No almost three years later, lights on the dash are on, brake fluid is full. Toyota service just told me $2500 repair to replace brake accuator. I'm like WTH?! After telling the Service rep of its history, they are like ok wait. Let me talk to the Service manager. Now waiting patiently for Toyota to call me back. Defected parts? We'll see.