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Toyota Highlander Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2012 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 13000 | 0 | Seat belt buckle needed replacement |
2012 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 11000 | 0 | Clicking noise 50% of the time when shifting from park to drive/reverse. Dealer has replaced the shift mechanism twice. Now they are telling me that this is a common sound on highlanders. |
| Toyota Highlander in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 3000 | 0 | high pitched engine whine at varied speeds. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | Drivetrain making a growling/grinding noise. Noise confirmed by dealer. Source not found. Crankcase oil changed. No sign of wear or grinding. Unknown if other components inspected. Holding open ticket. |
| Nov | 2012 | 5500 | 0 | Growling noise was still present when the car was due for its 5000 mile maintenance. Brought it to a different dealer who found the left rear wheel bearing had failed internally. Replaced bearing. Problem gone. |
| Mar | 2013 | 10000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Toyota Highlander in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 4720 | 0 | faulty speaker. replaced under warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 15500 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011.5 Toyota Highlander
Engine not specified
| Toyota Highlander in New Zealand | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 12400 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 14000 | 0 | a bump or knocking in the steering when turning left, toyota replaced steering intermediate shaft as per the 2008 T-SB-0296-08, but problem remains the same, I guess this is a new problem that Toyota has not come across before |
| Oct | 2012 | 15500 | 0 | foot brake was going to the floor replacing foot brake parts |
2011 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 16000 | 0 | Clunking noise with sharp turn |
| Apr | 2012 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 39000 | 250 | Moulding coming loose around driver's door and rear hatch windows. |
| Mar | 2013 | 50000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 62000 | 1400 | Squeaks from wheel while moving |
| Toyota Highlander in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 14000 | 0 | Alarm system goes off by itself. Dealer said that was due to the sensor on the hood latch. |
| Sep | 2011 | 16000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 24000 | 0 | bolt which holds drivers side window track fell out |
| Dec | 2012 | 28000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Loud clicking noise in left front wheel area when shifting from park to reverse and accelerating. Was told that because of the torque, the calipers may shift a little and that it is common in the newer highlanders and tacomas. |
2010 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 34000 | 0 | Bolt fell out from drivers side electric window. The window would not go all the way down and would slam shut in the up position. |
| Oct | 2011 | 36000 | 0 | Replaced Left head light, drivers side!!! |
| Jan | 2012 | 40000 | 0 | Excessive corrosion on Positive battery terminal and Bat lock down bracket. Never happened to my 2005. Battery has gone dead twice with just the radio on. Doesn't seem to be long lasting. Probably need a new bat less than 2 yrs old. |
| Mar | 2012 | 45000 | 0 | Electrolyte level low in three cells of the battery. Added that filtered water. |
| Mar | 2013 | 70000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 24000 | 0 | Strut leaking, replace strut. |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 31000 | 0 | Windows do not function properly (cannot open or close). Dealer ordered part but did not repair. Transmission leak. Shop could not find where leak originated from, and painted transmission over to identify leak next time. Front shocks leak Water freezes in doors. Shop could not figure out why because weep holes were clear of junk |
| Nov | 2011 | 32300 | 0 | oily transmission. Dealer conclusion was that this is not unusual leak, not a problem. Windows do not function properly |
| Apr | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 29000 | 0 | Bearing worn out. Replaced under warranty. |
| Toyota Highlander in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | driver window, clip & track. window would drop, not stay up. |
| May | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | noises from the wheel area. Dealer was not able to replicate, so we don't know what the exact problem was/is. |
| Sep | 2012 | 26000 | 0 | steering became much looser over a very short period of time. dealer could not find anything wrong. |
| Mar | 2013 | 29000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 57000 | 0 | Replaced water pump. Under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 39000 | 650 | replaced two front struts |
2009 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 34000 | 0 | Hood latch alarm failure. Hood latch was replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 44000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 32000 | 512 | Check engine light came on. Codes revealed Bank 2 o2 sensor 1 faulty |
2009 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 38000 | 0 | Radio display goes crazy, especially when cold. You can't adjust anything when it does this. This is the 2nd radio that been installed. Also sometimes the tune knob will not change the station or any other adjustments you make with it. |
| Mar | 2013 | 45000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 6000 | 0 | Smell emitted from air vents. Akin to mulch smell. Dealer replaced Hepa filter and treated system with Ozium. |
| Oct | 2008 | 11000 | 30 | Under the drivers side door arm rest cushion is a plastic support piece. This piece cracked. It supports the arm rest cusion from inside the arm rest. |
| Jan | 2010 | 23000 | 0 | Radio volume would not function with dial. It did function with steering wheel buttons. Dealer replaced radio under warranty. |
| Dec | 2012 | 45000 | 1000 | Replaced bad O2 sensor Replaced front rotors and brake pads |
| Mar | 2013 | 47000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 3720 | 0 | Passenger seat airbag not working, seat was replaced. |
| Feb | 2013 | 39060 | 0 | Replacing engine head gasket |
| Mar | 2013 | 40920 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | Had a TSB installed to fix problem with alarm system intermittenly going off. Dealer replaced good latch sensor. |
| Jul | 2012 | 46000 | 0 | Replaced noisy water pump under warranty (bearing going) |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 4960 | 0 | Check Brake System and Check VSC messages came on. Brake pressure accumulator replaced due to internal leak. |
| Mar | 2013 | 31620 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 94000 | 800 | replaced timing belt |
| Jul | 2012 | 117000 | 300 | replaced lower control arms |
| Mar | 2013 | 132000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 51000 | 25 | CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER MAJOR RAIN STORM. CAR TAKEN TO DEALER WHERE CAR STARTED EASILY AND PROBLEM NOT DIAGNOSED WITH ALL TESTING NEGATIVE. |
| Nov | 2012 | 69500 | 517 | Brakes worn, tires soft (20#) which affected the steering GPS became unreliable and diagnosis was damaged Data DVD which was replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 73000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 21000 | 500 | Wheel bearing noise was the Front Left Bearing - replaced under factory extended warranty, but dealer said it wouldn't have been covered if it was a rear bearing. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 102000 | 335 | Replaced timing belt, routine-no failure |
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Highlander in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 36000 | 0 | Adjusted brake pedal for brake light switch to activate. |
| Sep | 2012 | 81000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Toyota Highlander in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 27000 | 0 | ALL brake warning lights appeared on the dashboard along with "CHECK VSC SYSTEM". I had only manual (push pedal HARD) brakes. Dealer replaced ABS Actuator under warranty and paid 2 days of rental under warranty. |
| Mar | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | Felt a "click" in the steering when holding wheel in a constant position in a turn. Dealer replaced intermediate steering shaft. |
| Sep | 2012 | 81000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Vermont, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 26000 | 450 | Front brake pads worn |
| Jun | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | Igniter on one cylinder failed |
| Aug | 2012 | 37000 | 500 | Rear rotors and pads had to be replaced due to rust due to infrequent use of vehicle. |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | TSB on brake actuator getting air trapped a causing it to clunk during braking. Bleading of the brake system provided a temporary fix, but it will need to be redone again as the noise has returned. |
| Dec | 2008 | 31000 | 0 | Brake Actuator is still having issues with trapped air causing a malfunction. |
| Feb | 2009 | 35000 | 0 | Brake Actuator is still having issues with trapped air and Toyota has not fix in place. I have been told it's a non-safety issue and can not be repaired. |
| Dec | 2012 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 38000 | 39 | Windshield washer pump clogged with gravel,dirt. |
| Mar | 2009 | 39000 | 30 | Window jumped track, replaced into proper position. |
| Apr | 2009 | 41000 | 30 | Noisy belt, tightened |
| Jul | 2012 | 68700 | 800 | New wheel bearing |
| Nov | 2012 | 73300 | 300 | remote needed to be replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005.5 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Victoria, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 38440 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 81220 | 1600 | transfer case rebuild |
| Dec | 2012 | 96720 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in Victoria, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 69440 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 76880 | 1000 | Break rotor become really thin and need to be replaced. |
| Jun | 2012 | 79980 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 42160 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 43400 | 3200 | We found the heater to blow cooler air on passenger side than the drivers side to repair it was quoted at 3200.00. for a new one so, never fixed it. |
2005 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 74400 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 79820 | 800 | timing belt replaced- --due to time and milage |
| Jun | 2011 | 83700 | 3000 | Heater failed- problem was wiring to controls |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 51700 | 0 | "frozen" caliper rear brake; replaced under Toyota extended warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 67000 | 900 | frozen caliper (right front) |
| Toyota Highlander in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 115000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 118000 | 1000 | Worn struts replaced |
| Sep | 2012 | 145000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 71000 | 400 | Leaking water pump housing |
| Mar | 2011 | 72000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 44000 | 0 | Cable on sunroof snapped |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 61000 | 27 | front suspension bushing worn. Need to replace by taking out strut, installing new bushing, and aligning. Est cost $600 |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 66000 | 1400 | Frozen caliper; rusted discs. |
| Mar | 2013 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | First odometer entry | ||
| Apr | 2008 | 35 | Air conditioner stops working. Added refrigerant with anti-leak. | |
| May | 2008 | 95480 | 120 | A/C failure did not last for a long time after repair. Will take it to shop this or next month. |
| Jun | 2008 | 98580 | 300 | A/C system cleaned by shop, filled out with sealant and leak detector (UV dye). |
| Oct | 2009 | 138100 | 250 | Caliper replacement |
| Mar | 2011 | 177640 | 250 | Exhaut system gaskets replacement ( 2 burned out) |
| May | 2012 | 203360 | 4300 | Replace control arms and bearing. Replace struts and shocks. Replace parking shoes and cables. |
| Jun | 2012 | 205360 | 826 | condencer replaced; eletrical issue with compressor is fixed |
| Jan | 2013 | 216420 | 1021 | Left from strut start leaking (noticed my mechanic at the previous visit) Done by another shop (fixmycar.ca) less that 6 month ago |
| Mar | 2013 | 220100 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 49000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 57000 | 150 | Rear brakes needed upon annual state inspection. |
| Mar | 2013 | 84000 | 325 | Front right brake caliper seized, resulting in need for replacement of calipers, rotor turning, new front brake pads and brake flush. |
2003 Toyota Highlander
Engine not specified
| Toyota Highlander in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 138000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 138000 | 500 | fuel pump problems |
2003 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 300 | Replace A/F Sensor Bank 2 position 1 | |
| Jun | 2011 | 84000 | 500 | Stuck caliper wasted left rotor. Full front brake job + one caliper |
| Jul | 2011 | 84000 | 0 | Rear left brake lights went out. Had to retension plug adapter to get it working agin. Fixed at home. |
| Oct | 2011 | 87000 | 0 | Tranny started slipping. Burned oil smell from leaky engine seals near exhaust. AC system started faulting. |
2003 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
155-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 164000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 175000 | 40 | RR caliper overheating. Removed, cleaned and greased sliders. Seems better. |
| Jul | 2012 | 189000 | 1750 | Classic head bolt failure, Time-Cert thread repair done. Replaced front rotors and pads |
| Mar | 2013 | 200000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 128000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 129000 | 1800 | Struts replaced and alignment |
| Mar | 2013 | 140000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 111600 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 111600 | 800 | Spent $800 dismantling engine to find problem. Bolts on engine mount stripped. Needed new engine, too costly, about $7000. |
2002 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 300 | Replace Bank 1 Sensor 1 O2 Sensor | |
| Mar | 2009 | 300 | Car wouldn't hold idle. Cleaned Throttle body and FI system. No cause found. | |
| Mar | 2011 | 78000 | 850 | Required new front calipers + pads and rotors all around. 3 days in the shop-first 2 days at dealer who couldn't diagnose a vibration/grumble problem. |
| May | 2011 | 79000 | 0 | AC light would blink when the car drove through very rainy conditions, and the AC would cut off for a few seconds. Supposedly was some sort of accessory belt clutch relay, but a new relay never solved the problem. In very cold temps (below 10-15 degrees F) the Airbag light would come on until the car got warmed up. Supposedly this indicated that there was a faulty airbag sensor, but Toyota never really fixed it. "Couldn't reproduce" was their usual diagnosis. Slight squeak from the steering column in cold temps. |
| Toyota Highlander in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 101000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 101000 | 425 | Service indicated the check engine light came on due to a damaged gas cap which was replaced. Light is now back on again so the car is going back in tomorrow. Vacuum hose was not attached correctly causing the check engine light to come on. No charge for resolution. |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 144000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 146000 | 450 | Oxygen sensor failed |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in West Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 210000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 220000 | 400 | replace fuel sensor |
| Mar | 2011 | 220000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
155-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 101000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 109000 | 600 | One oxygen sensor failed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 142000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
155-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 103000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 105000 | 600 | calipers sticking, causing car to wobble when braking plus rotors wore out as a result. |
| Jun | 2012 | 134000 | 180 | One of the ignition coils required replacement |
| Jan | 2013 | 141000 | 0 | one of ignition coils required replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | 143000 | 0 | ignition coil replaced last January was defective. replaced again. |
| Toyota Highlander in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 141000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 142000 | 1150 | AC not coooling |
| Aug | 2010 | 143000 | 700 | Check engine light came on and replaced emissions part? |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 75000 | 150 | BRAKE PAD 'FITTING KIT' REPLACED ON FRONT BRAKES. CLIPS DESCRIBED AS 'WORN' AND NO LONGER HAD ENOUGH SPRING FORCE TO HOLD BRAKE PADS IN PLACE. CAUSED BRAKE PADS TO RATTLE WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS. |
| Jun | 2011 | 89000 | 0 | Check engine light. Shop advised to replace battery prior to any further work. Said this may solve the problem. Light is off for now. Will drive vehicle a few days to see if light comes back on. |
| Jul | 2011 | 90000 | 250 | Same shop to re-check. Indicated code that air/fuel mixture was too lean. Adjusted to spec. (no charge). Light came on again. Returned to same shop, diagnosed as bad Mass Air Flow Sensor. |
| Oct | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 170000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 172000 | 500 | A/C condenser leak, replaced |
| Aug | 2010 | 180500 | 950 | Replaced timing belt, water pump, and accessory belts. Timing belt was not broken but was due for replacement. |
| Jan | 2011 | 189300 | 75 | Replaced exhaust gasket which had deteriorated, minor repair. |
| May | 2011 | 193500 | 156 | Failed emissions inspection for CEL. Codes indicated system too lean, cleaned MAF sensor, CEL cleared and passed emissions inspection. |
| Jul | 2011 | 194300 | 900 | Exhaust leak and CEL, replaced mid pipe including catalytic converter |
| Mar | 2012 | 196000 | 70 | Repaired sticking/inoperative parking brake |
| May | 2012 | 197300 | 75 | CEL, diagnosed as evap system sensor problem. Estimate of $700 to fix, but since the vehicle is running fine we decided not to repair at this time. |
| Jun | 2012 | 198000 | 110 | Reported AC inop, shop recharged system and found no obvious leaks. Dye was included in the refrigerant and an additional visit will be needed to check. |
| Mar | 2013 | 200000 | 400 | Replaced leaking condenser |
| Toyota Highlander in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 91000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 92000 | 350 | Engine sensor. |
| Apr | 2012 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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