JimSouCal
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I did a search for the part number only, and it seems this is a part of the "reduction gear" parts, for MY 2011 and 2012. Interesting that the symptoms were the same as the OP described... As the owner of a 2011, paying attention to repair events.sub3marathonman said:Leaftogo1 said:So, it turns out the 12V Aux battery was fine and it was in fact the shifter module located in the center console. FB# 31038-3NA1B Part cost $621.99 + $270 in labor plus tax came to $956.95. Car has 47,614 miles and this, besides a new set of tires, has been my only expenses out side of monthly charging it.
By any chance did you get the old part back? I'm wondering if one of the electronic experts would want to see what failed, as I'm thinking this shouldn't have happened. Did somebody spill coffee on it?
I'm also thinking $621.99 is a pretty outrageous price for just the part. And even if $1000 in 5 years was the only extra expense, that adds $200/year, which is much more than the oil changes on the Prius.
I tend to agree that it seems to be a mechanical switch which should have a very low failure rate and last a long time...
Thanks Leaftogo1 for reporting your resolution...