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NAGOYA, Japan–The Japanese government said Wednesday that it had ordered Toyota to investigate a possible defect in its newest Prius hybrid model after receiving 14 reports of brake trouble, another ...

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WASHINGTON -- Toyota faced mounting pressure Thursday as the government opened a probe of brake problems with the Prius, a crown jewel of its lineup. The beleaguered automaker said it was "too soon" ...

A Japanese news network is reporting that Toyota is recalling its best-selling Prius hybrid due to concerns about brake problems. Toyota denies any recall for now. This is a totally different issue ...

Toyota faced mounting pressure Thursday as the government opened a probe of brake problems with the Prius, a crown jewel of its lineup. The beleaguered automaker said it was "too soon" to decide ...

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WASHINGTON - Toyota faced mounting pressure Thursday as the government opened a probe of brake problems with the Prius, a crown jewel of its lineup. The beleaguered automaker said it was "too soon" to ...

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WASHINGTON — The Transportation Department opened an investigation today into brake problems in the 2010 Prius, the latest in a series of safety troubles at Toyota that have confused drivers and ...

How far back do potential braking problems with the Toyota Prius go? Research into complaints filed with the federal government and other sources suggest the problem may not be restricted to new, ...

TOKYO — Damage to Toyota's image is growing by the day with the automaker now considering a U.S. and Japanese recall of Prius hybrids — the vehicle that's a symbol of its technological prowess and ...