Is it stupid to buy a Toyota Prius right now June 2005) in view of the
stalling problems being invetigated by the federal gov.?

Hi Billbill-ga,

What I can tell you after reading up on the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration investigation is that if there is a major issue
found, they will instigate a recall.

All that would mean is that Toyota would have to send you a notice
informing you of the recall to come in and have the issue (AKA, the
Engine) fixed for free.

"Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. said in a statement it was "an
early-stage inquiry to determine if further analysis is warranted, not
a recall."
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/05153/514183.stm

Therefore, I'd say to go ahead and buy one if you don't mind it
POSSIBLY needing fixed down the road.

If this answer requires further explanation, please request
clarification before rating it, and I'll be happy to look into this
further.

Nenna-GA
Google Answers Researcher

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Clarification of Answer by nenna-ga on 05 Jul 2005 14:53 PDT

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