Contaminated brake fluid
Defect Summary
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 prius vehicles manufactured march 31, 2009, through october 9, 2009; and model year 2010 lexus hs250h vehicles manufactured june 19, 2009, through october 9, 2009. nitrogen gas from a component of the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid.
Safety Consequence
As nitrogen is released into the brake fluid, the brake pedal may have reduced hydraulic pressure. under certain circumstances, this condition could affect stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake booster pump assemblies. the recall began on august 7, 2013. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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FAQ: Recall 13V235000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V235000?
NHTSA recall 13V235000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on June 5, 2013. It addresses: Contaminated brake fluid. The recall affects approximately 87,060 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V235000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.