Post electric assembly

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Elizabeth Harless, May 17, 2023.

  1. Elizabeth Harless

    Elizabeth Harless New Member

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    Please help. I own a 2015 prius with 94,000miles on it. About 2 months ago it the steering started getting stiff then it got to a point where when I turn left it sticks left unless I turn it back. I took it into shop and they said it was probably an electrical issue. I then took it to dealership and they quoted me $4,650 to fix the post electric assembly(steering assembly control unit) and there was an internal shortage. The breakdown was $1400 for whole dash assembly, $2,014 for electronic post assembly, $703 power computer assembly. I paid $525 for diagnostics then took it to another shop for second opinion and repair. They changed a part to fix it and I paid $1125. It’s not fixed and I’m out about $1675 at this point. Don’t know what to do. Very frustrated and hope someone can give me advice.
     
    #1 Elizabeth Harless, May 17, 2023
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    An all to common occurrence these days with all kinds of cars.

    All I can suggest is to go back to the shop where you paid $1125, talk to the owner and demand a refund since it isn't fixed.
    But don't get your hopes up much.

    And while you are contemplating what to do next, have your 12 V battery and it's main connections tested.
    The power steering is electric and a weak battery can be the root of a problem with it.
     
    #2 sam spade 2, May 17, 2023
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    The dealerships are warranty repair specialists who always replace everything with brand new and as expensive as possible to fix stuff...

    A reliable local mechanic that replaces with used parts is going to be the most affordable and rational way to go even their is a slight increase risk of the problem not getting fixed.

    But first, head back to the shop that didn't fix it and tell them to fix it or give you a partial refund.
     
    #3 PriusCamper, May 17, 2023
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