2008 Toyota Prius Brake Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are brake problems on the 2008 Toyota Prius?
389 owners have reported brake problems on the 2008 Toyota Prius, 26% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 17,000–110,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
389 complaints 26% of all 2008 complaints 39,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (295 of 389). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Brakes complaints by the year the problem happened.
Brakes complaints by Prius year
Related recalls
No recall covers brake problems on the 2008 Toyota Prius. See all 4 recalls for this year.
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Other 2008 Toyota Prius problems
Common questions
What are common 2008 Toyota Prius brake problems?
Complaints most often name the control unit / module, antilock / traction control / electronic limited slip and pedals and linkages.
At what mileage do 2008 Toyota Prius brake problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 17,000–110,000 miles. The middle value is about 39,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2008 Toyota Prius brake problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2008 Toyota Prius. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Prius year has the most brake complaints?
The 2010 Prius, with 1,939 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.