Solution for Prius P0A80 Trouble Code?

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LaCassandra
07/29/25 5:37pm
P0A80 trouble code indicates the need to replace the hybrid battery pack. Solutions: Disassemble the hybrid battery pack: Replace individual or multiple battery cells. The cost is low, but this repair method only lasts about 3-6 months before the fault reappears. Replace with a used dismantled hybrid battery pack assembly: The cost is also relatively low, but since used battery packs have already covered some mileage, their durability after replacement is still relatively poor. Replace with a new domestically produced hybrid battery pack: Comes with a 2-year or 100,000 km warranty. This third option is currently the most popular choice among Prius and Lexus CT200H owners. The price is more than half cheaper than the original, and it's a brand-new battery with manufacturer warranty. However, the energy density of this domestic battery is slightly lower. Its storage capacity is somewhat less than that of a brand-new original battery, and its safety still needs further verification. So far, there have been no reports of spontaneous combustion or other safety incidents involving domestic batteries. Replace with a brand-new genuine original hybrid battery pack: Comes with a 6-year or 200,000 km warranty.
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