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2008 Toyota Prius

4 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2008 Toyota Prius

Official recalls have been issued for the 2008 Toyota Prius by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Toyota service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Toyota customer service.

  1. RECALL: Water Pump May Fail Causing A Vehicle Stall

    The corroded coil wire may break and the water pump could stop. The corroded coil wire could cause a short circuit between coil wires and a possible open fuse, creating a stall-like condition of the hybrid system while the vehicle is being driven. This may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 14, 2012
    Vehicles Affected
    350,662

  2. RECALL: Steering Intermediate Extension Shaft May Fail

    Over time, the splines may wear and eventually fail resulting in a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 14, 2012
    Vehicles Affected
    669,705

  4. RECALL: Load Carrying Capacity Modification Labels

    A driver may overload a vehicle which may increase the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 03, 2010
    Vehicles Affected
    153,418

  5. RECALL: Pedal Entrapment

    A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 05, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    4,445,056

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