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1,652 Prius hybrids are being recalled due to a potential brake fault that could result in reduced braking performance.

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8 June 2013

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8 June 2013

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Toyota has issued a recall of the 2008-09 ZW30 third-generation Prius hybrid. The recall affects some 1,652 Australian models, and relates to a potentially faulty Brake Booster Pump Assembly --a key element of the car’s braking system.

The potential fault can result in a fatigue crack to the accumulator within the system, which could cause nitrogen gas to leak and result in a spongy or longer travel to the brake pedal. This could in turn increase stopping distances and the risk of collision.

The recall includes all Prius models within the VIN number range: JTDKN36U# 01000031 – 01092008 and JTDKN36U# 05000003 – 05076028, produced between October 2008 and October 2009.

Toyota will alert owners of the recall via mail, advising they visit their Toyota dealer for a free inspection of the relevant system. If necessary, the assembly will be replaced free of charge.

Malcolm Flynn

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Back when all cars burned fuel and couldn't drive themselves, Mal was curing boredom by scanning every car his parents' VB Commodore drove past. His childhood appreciation for the car world exploded during a three-year stint in the US, and serious questions were asked when he spent a good chunk of his uni career perfecting lap times at Wakefield Park. Mal got his big break scooping the VE II Commodore, before a stint at Overlander magazine and kicking off his online career with The Motor Report in its heyday. These days he's exactly the same height as Michael Schumacher and uses his powers for good at the helm of CarsGuide's editorial team. Mal proudly shuns brand allegiance and counts three young kids, an EH Holden, NA MX-5, KE20 Corolla, W116 Mercedes-Benz and the world's most versatile Toyota Echo among his personal stable. He also craves a Subaru Vortex, so get in touch if you know where to find one.

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Trending News

1. The Chinese ute that's faster than a Ford Ranger Raptor and more powerful than V8 Ram 1500: BYD Shark hybrid dual-cab detailed at last for Australia

2. Look out Toyota RAV4, Nissan X-Trail, Honda CR-V and Mitsubishi Outlander: why the BYD Sealion 6 might be Australia's next favourite midsized SUV hybrid

3. "It is going to change dramatically": Kia says Chinese brands like MG, Haval, Chery, BYD, GAC, Leapmotor and Geely will permanently reshape Australia's new-car market, putting legacy brands like Toyota, Ford, Hyundai, Nissan, Mitsubishi and Mazda at risk

4. 2025 Kia Tasman: Everything we know so far about the new Kia ute set to rival the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max dual-cab pick-ups

5. Look out, MG and GWM Ora: BYD won't be left out of Australia's raging EV price war after the BYD Dolphin has been displaced as the cheapest new electric car

6. Charging for more driving range that's already there? Tesla moves one step closer to charging customers to unlock software-locked range in US-made Model Y SUVs

7. Toyota's $50k off-road bargain! New Toyota LandCruiser FJ to be half the price of an LC300 and way cheaper than a Prado: Reports

8. 2024 Ford F-150 in trouble again: Blue Oval forced to stop sales of its Ram 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado rivalling pick-up after falling foul of Australian regulatory requirements

9. Prices slashed on popular family SUV: 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace now cheaper to take the fight to Kia Sorento, Skoda Kodiaq and Mitsubishi Outlander

10. Large SUV price slashed by up to $28k: Jeep Grand Cherokee heavily discounted to move stock of Mazda CX-90 and Hyundai Palisade rival

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