Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 2005 Toyota Prius

Table 1 shows eleven common exterior lighting related problems of the 2005 Toyota Prius. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (218 problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlight switch (62 problems).


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 2005 Toyota Prius

The Headlights problem

The headlights on my 2005 Prius continue to go out. We replace the bulbs but even with brand new bulbs will be driving and after about 60 seconds of headlights being on the light will turn off. Sometimes only one turns off but often bolt turn off and we're in complete darkness driving on the road.   Read details...

The Headlight Switch problem

Headlights intermittently go out while driving. Immediately will come back on when switched off and then on. .   Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

Headlamps randomly turn off while driving, but usually only one at a time. Last night (12/18/18), both lights went out at the same time and I was unable to see the road as it was poorly lit. When lamps do turn off while driving, turning them off and on a few times will usually get the it to come   Read details...


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