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Latest Toyota Prius fuelling rumours it could be recalled

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Toyota’s environmental hero car is being investigated for reported brake problems, fuelling rumours it could be recalled.

The Toyota Prius hybrid car could be headed to an embarrassing recall, topping off a horror fortnight for Toyota that's seen its reputation for reliability and quality battered by an unrelated recall of millions of vehicles around the world.

Rumours are circulating that Toyota's environmental hero car and the world's most popular hybrid could be headed for a recall due to reported problems of braking issues.

Toyota's Japanese headquarters is expected to elaborate on the Prius brake problems in a press release at 3.30pm Japanese time today.

The Prius uses an advanced regenerative braking system, which can capture some of the energy normally lost in heat and store it in a battery for later use by the electric motor.

Advanced electronics effectively reverse the electric motor to provide resistance and slow the car. The Prius also has regular brakes for emergency stop situations.