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#339 of 366 Re: Brake Gas Pedal issue with 2010 Prius [roxanes] by betsyr

Jan 27, 2011 (8:19 am)

Replying to: roxanes (Jan 27, 2011 7:40 am)
I finally gave up and traded my car in. We took a huge loss, but we considered the liability to be greater. Had I had a wreck in it with the computer reading that I constantly driving 2 footed, I would have taken the blame. No matter how many times I assured them that I was not driving with 2 feet, they did not believe me. They told me the computer was correct thereby removing all blame from Toyota.
 
I tried the customer relations, but got nowhere. All they will tell you is that you need to take it to the dealer.
 
I hope you get some resolution. I miss my Prius, but I don't miss the worry that it brought about.

#340 of 366 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems by lovedove41

Jun 19, 2012 (3:35 pm)

I am currently in the process of arbitration process with Toyota, concerning my 2010 Prius. It has been fixed during that recall, but the problem is still occurring. Has anyone actually been through this process with them and can share with me? The main issue is the break problems and acceleration. I have since taken it in and they can find no problems. If anyone reads this and has advise about how to process in the arbitration process with Toyota, please contact me or reply to this. I have a few questions about the process. I will write more about my specific problems soon, also. Any help would be greatly appreciated

#341 of 366 Re: 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems [lovedove41] by michaelroy

Jun 19, 2012 (3:56 pm)

Replying to: lovedove41 (Jun 19, 2012 3:35 pm)
I went through New York's Lemon Law arbitration back in 2010 shortly after the recall and lost my case, primarily due to the arbitrator who was completely incompetent. I too had my car "fixed" but still experience the braking issue when I brake over a bump, manhole cover, etc. It's hard to replicate, especially during an arbitration case. I would check out the latest information on this issue on the NHTSA Web site to see what others have continued to report on this issue. But I would say it's going to be a longshot to win your arbitration despite your continued concern about the safety. What I have come to learn is that most cars have recallable issues and it's just a matter of how well a company addresses it.

#342 of 366 Re: 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems [lovedove41] by cgolliher

Jun 19, 2012 (7:03 pm)

Replying to: lovedove41 (Jun 19, 2012 3:35 pm)
I was lucky, I guess! A few months after getting my Prius fixed after my off road event, a huge 4x4 pick up ran right over the little car. The driver never even saw me sitting behind him. The car was totaled, and I was okay except for a few bumps and bruises. I am just thankful to be rid of that car and to still be alive. It was a "death trap!". Good luck! My insurance company is still involved in a suit against Toyota! Go out and buy
an American made car! Support your country and be safe!

#343 of 366 Re: 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems [cgolliher] by whitey9

Jun 20, 2012 (6:49 am)

Replying to: cgolliher (Jun 19, 2012 7:03 pm)
The car is obviously NOT a "death trap" since you obviously SURVIVED!

#344 of 366 Re: 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems [michaelroy] by whitey9

Jun 20, 2012 (6:52 am)

Replying to: michaelroy (Jun 19, 2012 3:56 pm)
Please learn how to correctly spell "brake'. It will lend to your credibility.

#345 of 366 Re: 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems [cgolliher] by lovedove41

Jun 20, 2012 (7:18 am)

Replying to: cgolliher (Jun 19, 2012 7:03 pm)
...I just paid off my car. If I had any money right now to spend on another new car or rental to drive, then there would be more options. ....I kind of bought a Toyota Prius (new) because I thought it was safe and would keep me safe. That is not what has happened in this case and the car should have had no problem to begin with. At least, I thought I was buying a good car from a good company. This also was not the case.

#346 of 366 Re: 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems [michaelroy] by lovedove41

Jun 20, 2012 (7:21 am)

Replying to: michaelroy (Jun 19, 2012 3:56 pm)
Is is strange that they were the ones who wanted to start this whole arbitration process? They were the ones who mentioned it first and the conversation prior to that wasn't about going to court at all??

#347 of 366 Re: 2010 Prius Breaking/Acceleration Problems [whitey9] by cgolliher

Jun 20, 2012 (12:05 pm)

Replying to: whitey9 (Jun 20, 2012 6:49 am)
Well Whitey, I consider that car a "death trap" because the braking system was the worst I have ever driven and I always felt like I was on the verge of not stopping and at any moment being at high risk for being involved in a collision that could end my life. I NEVER allowed either of my teens to drive the car because of this fact. So please don't tell me what my car was or was not. You would certainly feel like an jerk if someone out there today or tomorrow in the same car exp brake malfunction and dies as a result.

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