5.7

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
15,275 miles

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problem #2

Sep 072004

Prius

  • Automatic transmission
  • 25,550 miles
The tires were defective. After taking the vehicle to dealer for service it was discovered that chunks ere missing from the inside of the tires. Manufacturer offered reimbursement.

- Carbondale, IL, USA

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problem #1

Mar 182004

(reported on)

Prius

  • 5,000 miles
Front driver's side tire had to be replaced 3 times because of cracks in the sidewall. Consumer felt that the tire dealership didn't want to claim liability, so they were blaming the cracks on road hazards.

- Baton Rouge, LA, USA

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