A diagnostic done by a mechanic on my 2005 base model prius pulled the following codes; p3000, c1259, c1310, P0A80, p3022. The mechanic replaced the main battery computer, but red triangle still illuminated and green bars are displayed on energy monitor. The car only has only 65,000 miles on it and the car runs ok, but does not accelerate properly. I'm being told the main battery needs to be replaced, and my warranty has expired because it's older than 8 years. Is the battery likely the issue? I bought the car new and can't believe its a lemon. Any help is appreciated.
Your help will go up amazingly if we know where in the world you are. Honestly, City, State, Country. While I am not sure 9 trouble free years counts as a lemon, now you have choices: If you are electrically skilled and have a helper who can help you lift, you could buy a salvage battery from a wreck for about a grand. Be sure it is from a gen 2 2006 Toyota Prius Base 1.5L in Batteries & Cables | eBay Once we know where you are, we could recommend a rebuilt battery. You can buy a new battery from Toyota, but I bet there are better choices.
It amazes me how many people ask for advice giving some detail of the problem but no location. Surely this should be part of the registration process. There are restrictions on the number of post before you can link or post pictures, and I do understand people are concerned about there cars when they post here so not thinking to clearly. If the information was in there avatar the problem would be solved. John (Britprius)
Sorry but you've evidently owned it 8+ years. How is that a "Lemon"? It's too bad if your Hybrid Battery has died after warranty, but it's a "normal" possible reality for everyone that owns an older Prius. If I decide to keep my Prius longer than 6 years, I "hope" to be able to put aside an separate savings account just to deal with the inevitable eventual hybrid battery failure. This is assuming the Gen 4 Prius doesn't entice me into doing something economically unwise. But yes, tell us at least what State you live in and I bet somebody can at least tell you what rebuilt or salvage options you might have....
Why did you have the diagnostic done, were there any issues or just part of a regular service? If most of your driving is local and you have another car for backup, I would drive it till it needs the battery. The battery is generally more affected by time than miles, so the more miles you drive, the more bang for your buck.
How old is your 12v battery. I assume they ruled that out first. If they did, then the codes listed certainly indicate a new hybrid battery is needed. Where are you located? I'd be happy to help if I can. You can search the forums for ideas and I can point you to other options for the battery, too. Feel free to give me a call.
Understand, we feel the web site should insist on a location, we are not claiming it is a failure of yours.
Sorry if that sounded that I was annoyed at you. I was more annoyed with the system that does not require a location or origin of a post. This information not only affects the mechanical, and electrical configuration of the car, but also the guarantee length and millage. It also affects the help available locally from members, and none dealership (independent) workshops that we know to give good service at a fair price. Putting this information in your avatar means you do not have to keep repeating it in your posts and, we do not have to keep asking for it. John (Brtprius)
I assume you drive it up and down mountains in Colorado. That is hard on the battery. If they only want a couple of thousand for the battery I'd just buy it from the dealer, pay the install fee and call it good for another 8 years.
If your car has a good service history with your dealer you could ask them to contact Toyota to see if they will help with the cost of replacement. There have been many occasions here on PC where Toyota have been generous with there help in just this sort of situation. John (Britprius)
after 6 days, i'll have to say, i'm sorry you got a lemon. some may ask, 'why me'? but i would ask, 'where is boulder hybrids'? 303-325-7411 boulderhybrid.com, all the best!
Edw1, Paul's shop (Boulder Hybrid) is definitely one of the best independents out there. If you are closer to Denver than Boulder, you can always call Mile Hybrid Automotive. Eric Sumpter and his crew are top notch as well. Denver Hybrid Car Repair, Hybrid Car Battery Replacement
