The Potential Toyota Prius Defect - The Details

Specifically, several owners of the Prius have experienced a problem with the 'Resume' function of the cruise control option in the Prius.  When a driver removes the cruise control by hitting the brake or disengaging the function, the Prius is supposed to resume its previously-set speed when the Resume button is hit.  However, several drivers have complained that when that button is hit, the Prius accelerates to speeds well beyond the original setting and sometimes accelerates beyond control.

Certain accounts with the defective Prius cruise control resume function include being forced to slam on the brakes at speeds of over 75 miles per hour, attempting to slam the vehicle into neutral and even pulling off to the side of the road at high speeds in an attempt to bring the vehicle to a stop.  At least one report of this problem occurred in heavy traffic conditions and created an environment of extreme danger for both the passengers of the Prius and everyone else around them.

Toyota Denies Prius Defect

At this point, Toyota has denied that there are any problems with the Prius other than those involving the braking system that has already been subject to a recall.  However, if more reports of this defective Prius cruise control function emerge, the scrutiny will increase and the problems Toyota is experiencing will continue to grow.  Fortunately at this point, there have not been any reports of serious injuries or fatalities as a result of this potential Prius defect.

However, if you or someone you love has been harmed by the defective Prius cruise control function, you need to take action.  Contact the Toyota recall lawyers at Atkins & Markoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.