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16V396000 Jun 2, 2016 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006...

14V743000 Nov 19, 2014 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 T...

10V035000 Feb 3, 2010 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VE...

10V036000 Feb 3, 2010 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." ...

Complaints

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Sep 22, 2025 Electrical System 299,150 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Highlander. The vehicle was purchased from a private seller on Facebook Marketplace on 9/3/2025. The mileage at the time of purchase was 129,950. The contact wanted a larger vehicle and called another dealer on Facebook Marketplace to trade the vehicle...

Sep 22, 2025 Electrical System 299,150 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Highlander. The vehicle was purchased from a private seller on Facebook Marketplace on 9/3/2025. The mileage at the time of purchase was 129,950. The contact wanted a larger vehicle and called another dealer on Facebook Marketplace to trade the vehicle...

Jul 4, 2025 Service Brakes

2007 HYBRID ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR PROBLEM. THE PRIMER MOTOR CONTINUES TO RUN TO PRIME THE PUMP EVEN WHEN CAR IF OFF. THE HUMMING NOISE CHANGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO LOAD KNOCKING GROANING NOISES. NO DASH WARNING SIGNS. I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND IT HAS ALWAYS MADE THE HUMMING NOISE SINCE I ...

Jul 4, 2025 Electrical System

2007 HYBRID ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR PROBLEM. THE PRIMER MOTOR CONTINUES TO RUN TO PRIME THE PUMP EVEN WHEN CAR IF OFF. THE HUMMING NOISE CHANGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO LOAD KNOCKING GROANING NOISES. NO DASH WARNING SIGNS. I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND IT HAS ALWAYS MADE THE HUMMING NOISE SINCE I ...

Jul 4, 2025 Service Brakes

2007 HYBRID ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR PROBLEM. THE PRIMER MOTOR CONTINUES TO RUN TO PRIME THE PUMP EVEN WHEN CAR IF OFF. THE HUMMING NOISE CHANGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO LOAD KNOCKING GROANING NOISES. NO DASH WARNING SIGNS. I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND IT HAS ALWAYS MADE THE HUMMING NOISE SINCE I ...

Jul 4, 2025 Electrical System

2007 HYBRID ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR PROBLEM. THE PRIMER MOTOR CONTINUES TO RUN TO PRIME THE PUMP EVEN WHEN CAR IF OFF. THE HUMMING NOISE CHANGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO LOAD KNOCKING GROANING NOISES. NO DASH WARNING SIGNS. I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND IT HAS ALWAYS MADE THE HUMMING NOISE SINCE I ...

May 29, 2025 Service Brakes

My vehicle about a year ago started to display the dash lights for the VSC, ABS, and Emergency Brake however there was no indication from the feel of the brakes as they were applied, or any indication that something was wrong with the vehicle. I had my brakes replaced on my rear tires, and for a tim...

May 29, 2025 Vehicle Speed Control

My vehicle about a year ago started to display the dash lights for the VSC, ABS, and Emergency Brake however there was no indication from the feel of the brakes as they were applied, or any indication that something was wrong with the vehicle. I had my brakes replaced on my rear tires, and for a tim...

May 29, 2025 Steering

My vehicle about a year ago started to display the dash lights for the VSC, ABS, and Emergency Brake however there was no indication from the feel of the brakes as they were applied, or any indication that something was wrong with the vehicle. I had my brakes replaced on my rear tires, and for a tim...

May 29, 2025 Service Brakes

My vehicle about a year ago started to display the dash lights for the VSC, ABS, and Emergency Brake however there was no indication from the feel of the brakes as they were applied, or any indication that something was wrong with the vehicle. I had my brakes replaced on my rear tires, and for a tim...

May 29, 2025 Vehicle Speed Control

My vehicle about a year ago started to display the dash lights for the VSC, ABS, and Emergency Brake however there was no indication from the feel of the brakes as they were applied, or any indication that something was wrong with the vehicle. I had my brakes replaced on my rear tires, and for a tim...

May 29, 2025 Steering

My vehicle about a year ago started to display the dash lights for the VSC, ABS, and Emergency Brake however there was no indication from the feel of the brakes as they were applied, or any indication that something was wrong with the vehicle. I had my brakes replaced on my rear tires, and for a tim...

Apr 10, 2025 Electrical System 240,126 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 116,000, and at the time of registration,...

Apr 10, 2025 Electrical System 240,126 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 116,000, and at the time of registration,...

May 25, 2024 Seat Belts

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern - Recurring Issues with Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, We owned the car since almost new, after repeated attempts with Toyota, like others 300K customers from their own site, I am writing to file a formal complain...

May 25, 2024 Service Brakes

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern - Recurring Issues with Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, We owned the car since almost new, after repeated attempts with Toyota, like others 300K customers from their own site, I am writing to file a formal complain...

May 25, 2024 Electrical System

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern - Recurring Issues with Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, We owned the car since almost new, after repeated attempts with Toyota, like others 300K customers from their own site, I am writing to file a formal complain...

May 25, 2024 Seat Belts

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern - Recurring Issues with Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, We owned the car since almost new, after repeated attempts with Toyota, like others 300K customers from their own site, I am writing to file a formal complain...

May 25, 2024 Service Brakes

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern - Recurring Issues with Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, We owned the car since almost new, after repeated attempts with Toyota, like others 300K customers from their own site, I am writing to file a formal complain...

May 25, 2024 Electrical System

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern - Recurring Issues with Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, We owned the car since almost new, after repeated attempts with Toyota, like others 300K customers from their own site, I am writing to file a formal complain...

Mar 31, 2023 Tires

Only six months after installation as a set of 4 new tires at Sam's Club in May 2021, multiple cracks start to develop around the rims on both inside and outside of the tires. With time, the cracks grow in size. This happens on two tires, one is on the front passage side, and the other on the rear...

Mar 31, 2023 Wheels

Only six months after installation as a set of 4 new tires at Sam's Club in May 2021, multiple cracks start to develop around the rims on both inside and outside of the tires. With time, the cracks grow in size. This happens on two tires, one is on the front passage side, and the other on the rear...

Mar 31, 2023 Tires

Only six months after installation as a set of 4 new tires at Sam's Club in May 2021, multiple cracks start to develop around the rims on both inside and outside of the tires. With time, the cracks grow in size. This happens on two tires, one is on the front passage side, and the other on the rear...

Mar 31, 2023 Wheels

Only six months after installation as a set of 4 new tires at Sam's Club in May 2021, multiple cracks start to develop around the rims on both inside and outside of the tires. With time, the cracks grow in size. This happens on two tires, one is on the front passage side, and the other on the rear...

Jan 9, 2023 Service Brakes

While driving a vehicle came across me and when i pressed on the brake hard, the car would stop normally, and ABS, brake, VSC came on the display along with a high pitch sound. I quickly reacted by pressing the E-Brake and shift to B - braking mode to be able to stop or slow down. The dealer said it...

Jan 9, 2023 Service Brakes

While driving a vehicle came across me and when i pressed on the brake hard, the car would stop normally, and ABS, brake, VSC came on the display along with a high pitch sound. I quickly reacted by pressing the E-Brake and shift to B - braking mode to be able to stop or slow down. The dealer said it...

Dec 30, 2022 Engine

The VTT - I oil line leaks oil may burst

Dec 30, 2022 Engine

The VTT - I oil line leaks oil may burst

Oct 15, 2022 Service Brakes

Driving at about 50 mph on two lane road, the VSC and ABS lights come on with a little chime warning, along with some other warnings. Check VSC is also in the small screen instead of the odometer. Toyota knows about ABS actuator issues on this vehicle, but Toyota did not extend the warranty beyond 1...

Oct 15, 2022 Service Brakes

Driving at about 50 mph on two lane road, the VSC and ABS lights come on with a little chime warning, along with some other warnings. Check VSC is also in the small screen instead of the odometer. Toyota knows about ABS actuator issues on this vehicle, but Toyota did not extend the warranty beyond 1...

Sep 4, 2022 Service Brakes

All of the sensors for tires were removed before I bought this car and the tire light keeps on(the pressure is good). My friend said they might adjust the mileage, I wonder if there is something wrong with this car. There was only one break working while getting this car, the mechanics from other m...

Sep 4, 2022 Service Brakes

All of the sensors for tires were removed before I bought this car and the tire light keeps on(the pressure is good). My friend said they might adjust the mileage, I wonder if there is something wrong with this car. There was only one break working while getting this car, the mechanics from other m...

May 21, 2022 Service Brakes

While driving down the 405fwy downhill, all my lights went off and showed VSC system on my dashboard. This part of the fwy is not extremely steep but somewhat is. When applying my brakes it was hard to get my vehicle to stop especially because I’m on a freeway and when trying to slow down because...

May 21, 2022 Service Brakes

While driving down the 405fwy downhill, all my lights went off and showed VSC system on my dashboard. This part of the fwy is not extremely steep but somewhat is. When applying my brakes it was hard to get my vehicle to stop especially because I’m on a freeway and when trying to slow down because...

May 19, 2022 Service Brakes

we were station in the Military base in Belle chasse LA. I'm having a SAFETY issue with the vehicle brake system and ABS.I contacted Toyota and nothing was done this vehicle has like 76000 miles and this a mayor concerned, and safety issue I believe this is a factory problem from day one. I have rea...

May 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

we were station in the Military base in Belle chasse LA. I'm having a SAFETY issue with the vehicle brake system and ABS.I contacted Toyota and nothing was done this vehicle has like 76000 miles and this a mayor concerned, and safety issue I believe this is a factory problem from day one. I have rea...

May 19, 2022 Service Brakes

we were station in the Military base in Belle chasse LA. I'm having a SAFETY issue with the vehicle brake system and ABS.I contacted Toyota and nothing was done this vehicle has like 76000 miles and this a mayor concerned, and safety issue I believe this is a factory problem from day one. I have rea...

May 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

we were station in the Military base in Belle chasse LA. I'm having a SAFETY issue with the vehicle brake system and ABS.I contacted Toyota and nothing was done this vehicle has like 76000 miles and this a mayor concerned, and safety issue I believe this is a factory problem from day one. I have rea...

Jan 31, 2022 Service Brakes

The 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and certain Prius and Lexus models were equipped with an ABS actuator that could potentially fail and cause serious injuries and or death. A safety notice and enhanced warranty covered the parts and labor 10 years later; however, after the 10 years was up, the owner...

Jan 31, 2022 Service Brakes

The 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and certain Prius and Lexus models were equipped with an ABS actuator that could potentially fail and cause serious injuries and or death. A safety notice and enhanced warranty covered the parts and labor 10 years later; however, after the 10 years was up, the owner...

Jun 21, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Was driving on highway and Check Hybrid System, Check ABS System and Check VSC system flashed on dash, lost all power. Had to manage my way and pull over on the side as I could not accelerate anymore. Sent vehicle to 3 shops/dealerships, NOBODY can figure out what is wrong and all saying it cannot...

Jun 21, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Was driving on highway and Check Hybrid System, Check ABS System and Check VSC system flashed on dash, lost all power. Had to manage my way and pull over on the side as I could not accelerate anymore. Sent vehicle to 3 shops/dealerships, NOBODY can figure out what is wrong and all saying it cannot...

Mar 14, 2021 Service Brakes 217,800 mi

MY VCS LIGHT,ABS,BRAKE,TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ON. PLUS A HORRIBLE BUZZING NOISE ALWAYS ON. BRAKES ARE HARD TO PRESS DOWN ON. IT HAPPENED WHEN WE WERE DRIVING IT.

Mar 14, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance 217,800 mi

MY VCS LIGHT,ABS,BRAKE,TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ON. PLUS A HORRIBLE BUZZING NOISE ALWAYS ON. BRAKES ARE HARD TO PRESS DOWN ON. IT HAPPENED WHEN WE WERE DRIVING IT.

Mar 14, 2021 Service Brakes 217,800 mi

MY VCS LIGHT,ABS,BRAKE,TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ON. PLUS A HORRIBLE BUZZING NOISE ALWAYS ON. BRAKES ARE HARD TO PRESS DOWN ON. IT HAPPENED WHEN WE WERE DRIVING IT.

Mar 14, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance 217,800 mi

MY VCS LIGHT,ABS,BRAKE,TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ON. PLUS A HORRIBLE BUZZING NOISE ALWAYS ON. BRAKES ARE HARD TO PRESS DOWN ON. IT HAPPENED WHEN WE WERE DRIVING IT.

Feb 14, 2021 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID LIMITED WITH APPROXIMATELY 150K MILES. IN OCTOBER 2017 WE BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE BREAKING PULSING AND SQUEAKING ISSUES. UPON INSPECTION AT PRECISION TOYOTA OF TUCSON, AZ, IT WAS DETERMINED TO BE THE BREAK ACTUATOR. THE BREAK ACTUATOR FAILURE IS A VERY COMMON PROB...

Feb 14, 2021 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID LIMITED WITH APPROXIMATELY 150K MILES. IN OCTOBER 2017 WE BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE BREAKING PULSING AND SQUEAKING ISSUES. UPON INSPECTION AT PRECISION TOYOTA OF TUCSON, AZ, IT WAS DETERMINED TO BE THE BREAK ACTUATOR. THE BREAK ACTUATOR FAILURE IS A VERY COMMON PROB...

Feb 8, 2021 Service Brakes 182,000 mi

C1391 ' ABNORMAL LEAK OF ACCUMULATOR PRESSURE WHILE DRIVING

Feb 8, 2021 Service Brakes 182,000 mi

C1391 ' ABNORMAL LEAK OF ACCUMULATOR PRESSURE WHILE DRIVING

Dec 22, 2020 Steering 200,000 mi

ALL MOTOR MOUNTS ARE ROTTED. WHILE DRIVING WHEN TAKE FOOT OFF THE GAS, THE CAR SWAYS AND PULLS. IT HAPPENS AT ALL SPEEDS.

Dec 22, 2020 Steering 200,000 mi

ALL MOTOR MOUNTS ARE ROTTED. WHILE DRIVING WHEN TAKE FOOT OFF THE GAS, THE CAR SWAYS AND PULLS. IT HAPPENS AT ALL SPEEDS.

Dec 15, 2020 Service Brakes 168,000 mi

ABOUT A MONTH AGO, MY WIFE CALLED ME FROM FAR AWAY TELLING ME THAT SHE SUDDENLY HAD BRAKE-RELATED WARMING LIGHTS. I QUICKLY READ UP ON THE ABS SYSTEM FAILURES IN THIS CAR, AND SINCE SHE DID NOT YET HAVE SYMPTOMS, I TOLD HER TO DRIVE BACK CAREFULLY. I THEN REVIEWED MY FILES ON THE CAR AND SAW THA...

Dec 15, 2020 Service Brakes 168,000 mi

ABOUT A MONTH AGO, MY WIFE CALLED ME FROM FAR AWAY TELLING ME THAT SHE SUDDENLY HAD BRAKE-RELATED WARMING LIGHTS. I QUICKLY READ UP ON THE ABS SYSTEM FAILURES IN THIS CAR, AND SINCE SHE DID NOT YET HAVE SYMPTOMS, I TOLD HER TO DRIVE BACK CAREFULLY. I THEN REVIEWED MY FILES ON THE CAR AND SAW THA...

Dec 10, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 205,000 mi

THE STRAPS SUPPORTING THE FUEL TANK BROKE. BOTH STRAPS BROKE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE, RENDERING IT UNDRIVABLE AS THE TANK WAS ON THE GROUND. WIFE HEARD A CLUNK WHEN AT A STOP, STARTED TO MOVE, HEARD SCRAPING. STOPPED, CHECKED, FOUND RIGHT SIDE OF FUEL TANK ON GROUND.

Dec 10, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 205,000 mi

THE STRAPS SUPPORTING THE FUEL TANK BROKE. BOTH STRAPS BROKE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE, RENDERING IT UNDRIVABLE AS THE TANK WAS ON THE GROUND. WIFE HEARD A CLUNK WHEN AT A STOP, STARTED TO MOVE, HEARD SCRAPING. STOPPED, CHECKED, FOUND RIGHT SIDE OF FUEL TANK ON GROUND.

Sep 19, 2020 Engine 100,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WITH 100,000 MILES STALLED AND DIED WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT APPROX 65-70MPH, ILLUMINATING MULTIPLE WARNING AND SAFETY LIGHTS ON DASH BEFORE BECOMING INOPERABLE. CAR WAS TOWED TO LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. LOCAL REPAIR SHOP STATES THE HYBRID SYSTEM FAILED.

Sep 19, 2020 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WITH 100,000 MILES STALLED AND DIED WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT APPROX 65-70MPH, ILLUMINATING MULTIPLE WARNING AND SAFETY LIGHTS ON DASH BEFORE BECOMING INOPERABLE. CAR WAS TOWED TO LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. LOCAL REPAIR SHOP STATES THE HYBRID SYSTEM FAILED.

Sep 19, 2020 Engine 100,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WITH 100,000 MILES STALLED AND DIED WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT APPROX 65-70MPH, ILLUMINATING MULTIPLE WARNING AND SAFETY LIGHTS ON DASH BEFORE BECOMING INOPERABLE. CAR WAS TOWED TO LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. LOCAL REPAIR SHOP STATES THE HYBRID SYSTEM FAILED.

Sep 19, 2020 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WITH 100,000 MILES STALLED AND DIED WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT APPROX 65-70MPH, ILLUMINATING MULTIPLE WARNING AND SAFETY LIGHTS ON DASH BEFORE BECOMING INOPERABLE. CAR WAS TOWED TO LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. LOCAL REPAIR SHOP STATES THE HYBRID SYSTEM FAILED.

Jul 26, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 150,000 mi

WHILE WE WERE DRIVING, GOING AROUND A CORNER THE ANTILOCK SYSTEM DECIDED TO DO IT ITSELF... AND MAKE MY VEHICLE SLIP SIDEWAYS. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS AS IT TOOK ME FROM SIDE TO SIDE. I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN BEFORE AND I DON'T WANT IT HAPPENING AGAIN. HOW DO WE FIX THIS AS FAST AS POSSIBLE?

Jul 26, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 150,000 mi

WHILE WE WERE DRIVING, GOING AROUND A CORNER THE ANTILOCK SYSTEM DECIDED TO DO IT ITSELF... AND MAKE MY VEHICLE SLIP SIDEWAYS. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS AS IT TOOK ME FROM SIDE TO SIDE. I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN BEFORE AND I DON'T WANT IT HAPPENING AGAIN. HOW DO WE FIX THIS AS FAST AS POSSIBLE?

Jul 21, 2020 Service Brakes 174,000 mi

ABS ACTUATOR FAILED CAUSING ERRATIC VEHICLE BEHAVIOR AND UNCONTROLLABLE BRAKING. ABS ACTUATOR WAS REPLACED BY TOYOTA IN 2017 AS PART OF AN EXTENDED WARRANTY PROGRAM ON A PART THAT THEY REALIZED WAS DEFECTIVE. IN 2019 WE EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUES CAUSING A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION ON THE FREEWAY A...

Jul 21, 2020 Service Brakes 174,000 mi

ABS ACTUATOR FAILED CAUSING ERRATIC VEHICLE BEHAVIOR AND UNCONTROLLABLE BRAKING. ABS ACTUATOR WAS REPLACED BY TOYOTA IN 2017 AS PART OF AN EXTENDED WARRANTY PROGRAM ON A PART THAT THEY REALIZED WAS DEFECTIVE. IN 2019 WE EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUES CAUSING A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION ON THE FREEWAY A...

May 5, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 146,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT OR DRIVING, OUR 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID (246,000 MILES) WILL STALL, LIGHTING VARIOUS WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASH. THE VEHICLE WILL (COAST TO A STOP IF BEING DRIVEN AND) HAVE TO BE RESTARTED. TOYOTA DID RECALL D0M TO ADDRESS CODE P0A40 TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE. THE RECALL O...

May 5, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 146,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT OR DRIVING, OUR 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID (246,000 MILES) WILL STALL, LIGHTING VARIOUS WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASH. THE VEHICLE WILL (COAST TO A STOP IF BEING DRIVEN AND) HAVE TO BE RESTARTED. TOYOTA DID RECALL D0M TO ADDRESS CODE P0A40 TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE. THE RECALL O...

May 3, 2020 Electrical System 135,000 mi

STARTS WITHOUT USING A KEY AND CANNOT BE SHUT OFF.

May 3, 2020 Electrical System 135,000 mi

STARTS WITHOUT USING A KEY AND CANNOT BE SHUT OFF.

Feb 4, 2020 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING I GOT ERROR CODES CHECK VSC SYSTEM, BRAKES LIGHT. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE CAR NEEDED BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY REPLACED, THE COST IS 2900$ . THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL AS THE CAR BECAME UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND THIS IS MY SECOND HYBRID TOYOTA CAR WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH HUGE COST ...

Feb 4, 2020 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING I GOT ERROR CODES CHECK VSC SYSTEM, BRAKES LIGHT. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE CAR NEEDED BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY REPLACED, THE COST IS 2900$ . THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL AS THE CAR BECAME UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND THIS IS MY SECOND HYBRID TOYOTA CAR WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH HUGE COST ...

Jan 30, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 110,000 mi

WARNING LIGHT - POSSIBLE INVERTER MALFUNCTION. JUST APPEARED FOR THE FIRST TIME.

Jan 30, 2020 Electrical System 110,000 mi

WARNING LIGHT - POSSIBLE INVERTER MALFUNCTION. JUST APPEARED FOR THE FIRST TIME.

Jan 30, 2020 Unknown Or Other 110,000 mi

WARNING LIGHT - POSSIBLE INVERTER MALFUNCTION. JUST APPEARED FOR THE FIRST TIME.

Jan 30, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 110,000 mi

WARNING LIGHT - POSSIBLE INVERTER MALFUNCTION. JUST APPEARED FOR THE FIRST TIME.

Jan 30, 2020 Electrical System 110,000 mi

WARNING LIGHT - POSSIBLE INVERTER MALFUNCTION. JUST APPEARED FOR THE FIRST TIME.

Jan 30, 2020 Unknown Or Other 110,000 mi

WARNING LIGHT - POSSIBLE INVERTER MALFUNCTION. JUST APPEARED FOR THE FIRST TIME.

Jan 12, 2020 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

TOYOTA HAD PREVIOUSLY RECALLED THE ABS BRAKE MODULE ON SEVERAL TOYOTA HIGHLANDERS. THE SAME PART THAT THEY RECALLED IN OTHER MODULES HAS NOW FAILED IN MY VEHICLE WHICH HAS LESS THAN 130K MILES ON IT. PER MY MECHANICS INSTRUCTION I HAVE NOT DRIVEN THE VEHICLE IN MONTHS BECAUSE IT'S NOT SAFE. THE ...

Jan 12, 2020 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

TOYOTA HAD PREVIOUSLY RECALLED THE ABS BRAKE MODULE ON SEVERAL TOYOTA HIGHLANDERS. THE SAME PART THAT THEY RECALLED IN OTHER MODULES HAS NOW FAILED IN MY VEHICLE WHICH HAS LESS THAN 130K MILES ON IT. PER MY MECHANICS INSTRUCTION I HAVE NOT DRIVEN THE VEHICLE IN MONTHS BECAUSE IT'S NOT SAFE. THE ...

Jan 2, 2020 Service Brakes

MY BRAKES FAILED ABS ANITA BREAKING SYSTEM FAILED BECAUSE IF THAT SB'S FAILED MY HYBRID BATTERY IS NOT CHARGING AND MY CAR IS FAILED TO STOP

Jan 2, 2020 Unknown Or Other

MY BRAKES FAILED ABS ANITA BREAKING SYSTEM FAILED BECAUSE IF THAT SB'S FAILED MY HYBRID BATTERY IS NOT CHARGING AND MY CAR IS FAILED TO STOP

Jan 2, 2020 Service Brakes

MY BRAKES FAILED ABS ANITA BREAKING SYSTEM FAILED BECAUSE IF THAT SB'S FAILED MY HYBRID BATTERY IS NOT CHARGING AND MY CAR IS FAILED TO STOP

Jan 2, 2020 Unknown Or Other

MY BRAKES FAILED ABS ANITA BREAKING SYSTEM FAILED BECAUSE IF THAT SB'S FAILED MY HYBRID BATTERY IS NOT CHARGING AND MY CAR IS FAILED TO STOP

Nov 4, 2019 Service Brakes 240,000 mi

I HAD A WHEEL BEARING REPLACED IN MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER AND AS SOON AS IT WAS FIXED ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE CAR, INCLUDING THE VSC LIGHT, ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND SEVERAL OTHERS. IT WAS NOT SHOWING ANY CODES WHEN CHECKED SO THEY TURNED THEM OFF. OVER A PERIOD OF ABOUT A YEAR THE...

Nov 4, 2019 Service Brakes 240,000 mi

I HAD A WHEEL BEARING REPLACED IN MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER AND AS SOON AS IT WAS FIXED ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE CAR, INCLUDING THE VSC LIGHT, ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND SEVERAL OTHERS. IT WAS NOT SHOWING ANY CODES WHEN CHECKED SO THEY TURNED THEM OFF. OVER A PERIOD OF ABOUT A YEAR THE...

Oct 21, 2019 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

THE BRAKE ACTUATORS MAKE WEIRD SOUND ONLY WHEN YOU HIT THE BRAKES. THE CAR MAY BE IN A TURNED ON OR OFF POSITION. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS PRESS THE BRAKES AND THERE IS A WEIRD SUCKING AND CHIRPING SOUND COMING FROM THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY. TALKED TO DEALER AND THEY DID A BRAKE FLUID FLUSH BUT THAT...

Oct 21, 2019 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

THE BRAKE ACTUATORS MAKE WEIRD SOUND ONLY WHEN YOU HIT THE BRAKES. THE CAR MAY BE IN A TURNED ON OR OFF POSITION. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS PRESS THE BRAKES AND THERE IS A WEIRD SUCKING AND CHIRPING SOUND COMING FROM THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY. TALKED TO DEALER AND THEY DID A BRAKE FLUID FLUSH BUT THAT...

Oct 2, 2019 Service Brakes 127,000 mi

MY 2007 HIGHLANDER HYBRID LOST IT'S POWER BRAKES LAST WEEK AND I HAD TO LIMP HOME, THEN HAVE IT TOWED TO A DEALER. THEY SAID MY ABS ACTUATOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND IT WILL COST ME $2600! MY CAR HAS 127,000 MILES ON IT, AND IS IN GOOD SHAPE, I HAVE IT SERVICED REGULARLY. WHY ISN'T MY CAR PART OF...

Oct 2, 2019 Service Brakes 127,000 mi

MY 2007 HIGHLANDER HYBRID LOST IT'S POWER BRAKES LAST WEEK AND I HAD TO LIMP HOME, THEN HAVE IT TOWED TO A DEALER. THEY SAID MY ABS ACTUATOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND IT WILL COST ME $2600! MY CAR HAS 127,000 MILES ON IT, AND IS IN GOOD SHAPE, I HAVE IT SERVICED REGULARLY. WHY ISN'T MY CAR PART OF...

Apr 1, 2019 Service Brakes

I PURCHASED A USED 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO AND BECAUSE I WAS NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER, I DID NOT RECEIVE AND RECALL NOTICES OR EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE NOTICES. NOW MY BRAKES ARE FAILING AND IT HAS TO DO WITH THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY THAT TOYOTA OFFERED TO REPAIR FREE...

Apr 1, 2019 Service Brakes

I PURCHASED A USED 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO AND BECAUSE I WAS NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER, I DID NOT RECEIVE AND RECALL NOTICES OR EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE NOTICES. NOW MY BRAKES ARE FAILING AND IT HAS TO DO WITH THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY THAT TOYOTA OFFERED TO REPAIR FREE...

Jan 3, 2019 Structure 58,000 mi

BUYING NEW CAR, POTENTIAL BUYER OF THIS CAR HAD A MECHANIC CHECK IT OUT. FOUND EXTENSIVE RUST INVOLVING FRAME AND SUSPENSION. NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. I LIVE IN NC MOUNTAINS WITH EXTENSIVE SNOW AND ICE AND SALTED ROADS. TOYOTA HAS HAD PREVIOUS RUST ISSUES AND MECHANIC SAID HE'S SEEING THIS MORE WITH LOCAL...

Jan 3, 2019 Suspension 58,000 mi

BUYING NEW CAR, POTENTIAL BUYER OF THIS CAR HAD A MECHANIC CHECK IT OUT. FOUND EXTENSIVE RUST INVOLVING FRAME AND SUSPENSION. NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. I LIVE IN NC MOUNTAINS WITH EXTENSIVE SNOW AND ICE AND SALTED ROADS. TOYOTA HAS HAD PREVIOUS RUST ISSUES AND MECHANIC SAID HE'S SEEING THIS MORE WITH LOCAL...

Jan 3, 2019 Structure 58,000 mi

BUYING NEW CAR, POTENTIAL BUYER OF THIS CAR HAD A MECHANIC CHECK IT OUT. FOUND EXTENSIVE RUST INVOLVING FRAME AND SUSPENSION. NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. I LIVE IN NC MOUNTAINS WITH EXTENSIVE SNOW AND ICE AND SALTED ROADS. TOYOTA HAS HAD PREVIOUS RUST ISSUES AND MECHANIC SAID HE'S SEEING THIS MORE WITH LOCAL...

Jan 3, 2019 Suspension 58,000 mi

BUYING NEW CAR, POTENTIAL BUYER OF THIS CAR HAD A MECHANIC CHECK IT OUT. FOUND EXTENSIVE RUST INVOLVING FRAME AND SUSPENSION. NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. I LIVE IN NC MOUNTAINS WITH EXTENSIVE SNOW AND ICE AND SALTED ROADS. TOYOTA HAS HAD PREVIOUS RUST ISSUES AND MECHANIC SAID HE'S SEEING THIS MORE WITH LOCAL...

Dec 29, 2018 Service Brakes 158,830 mi

THE BRAKE ACTUATOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS AND IS A KNOWN POTENTIAL PROBLEM BY THE TOYOTA COMPANY AS A RESULT OF MANY TOYOTA OWNERS REPLACING THEIR VEHICLE ACTUATORS DUE TO FAILURE BUT NO RECALLS HAVE BEEN ACTIVATED AND AVAILABLE FOR MY VEHICLE AS OF THIS CURREN...

Dec 29, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 158,830 mi

THE BRAKE ACTUATOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS AND IS A KNOWN POTENTIAL PROBLEM BY THE TOYOTA COMPANY AS A RESULT OF MANY TOYOTA OWNERS REPLACING THEIR VEHICLE ACTUATORS DUE TO FAILURE BUT NO RECALLS HAVE BEEN ACTIVATED AND AVAILABLE FOR MY VEHICLE AS OF THIS CURREN...

Dec 29, 2018 Service Brakes 158,830 mi

THE BRAKE ACTUATOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS AND IS A KNOWN POTENTIAL PROBLEM BY THE TOYOTA COMPANY AS A RESULT OF MANY TOYOTA OWNERS REPLACING THEIR VEHICLE ACTUATORS DUE TO FAILURE BUT NO RECALLS HAVE BEEN ACTIVATED AND AVAILABLE FOR MY VEHICLE AS OF THIS CURREN...

Dec 29, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 158,830 mi

THE BRAKE ACTUATOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS AND IS A KNOWN POTENTIAL PROBLEM BY THE TOYOTA COMPANY AS A RESULT OF MANY TOYOTA OWNERS REPLACING THEIR VEHICLE ACTUATORS DUE TO FAILURE BUT NO RECALLS HAVE BEEN ACTIVATED AND AVAILABLE FOR MY VEHICLE AS OF THIS CURREN...

Dec 4, 2018 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

IN 2015 I WAS TOLD BY THE TOYOTA DEALER THAT MY ABS PUMP AND ACCUMULATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THAT WAS DONE AND I IMMEDIATELY STARTING HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES. TWO THINGS: (1) PER THE SERVICE REP, THIS REPLACEMENT NEEDED TO BE DONE DUE TO A PUMPING SOUND BEING EMITTED FROM THE ABS PUMP AFT...

Dec 4, 2018 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

IN 2015 I WAS TOLD BY THE TOYOTA DEALER THAT MY ABS PUMP AND ACCUMULATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THAT WAS DONE AND I IMMEDIATELY STARTING HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES. TWO THINGS: (1) PER THE SERVICE REP, THIS REPLACEMENT NEEDED TO BE DONE DUE TO A PUMPING SOUND BEING EMITTED FROM THE ABS PUMP AFT...

Feb 7, 2018 Electrical System 118,000 mi

HORN STOPPED WORKING, IN MOTION, ON A CITY STREET WHILE TURNING.

Feb 7, 2018 Electrical System 118,000 mi

HORN STOPPED WORKING, IN MOTION, ON A CITY STREET WHILE TURNING.

Dec 19, 2016 Wheels 52,340 mi

I BOUGHT FOUR GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TRIPLE TREAD TIRES ON JAN. 29, 2013. AFTER ABOUT A YEAR I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MAINTAINING AIR PRESSURE IN THE TIRES. I TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO WHERE I BOUGHT THE TIRES AND THEY WOULD DO MAINTENANCE SUCH AS REMOUNTING OR REPLACING VALVE STEMS. I STILL WOULD ...

Dec 19, 2016 Tires 52,340 mi

I BOUGHT FOUR GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TRIPLE TREAD TIRES ON JAN. 29, 2013. AFTER ABOUT A YEAR I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MAINTAINING AIR PRESSURE IN THE TIRES. I TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO WHERE I BOUGHT THE TIRES AND THEY WOULD DO MAINTENANCE SUCH AS REMOUNTING OR REPLACING VALVE STEMS. I STILL WOULD ...

Dec 19, 2016 Wheels 52,340 mi

I BOUGHT FOUR GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TRIPLE TREAD TIRES ON JAN. 29, 2013. AFTER ABOUT A YEAR I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MAINTAINING AIR PRESSURE IN THE TIRES. I TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO WHERE I BOUGHT THE TIRES AND THEY WOULD DO MAINTENANCE SUCH AS REMOUNTING OR REPLACING VALVE STEMS. I STILL WOULD ...

Dec 19, 2016 Tires 52,340 mi

I BOUGHT FOUR GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TRIPLE TREAD TIRES ON JAN. 29, 2013. AFTER ABOUT A YEAR I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MAINTAINING AIR PRESSURE IN THE TIRES. I TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO WHERE I BOUGHT THE TIRES AND THEY WOULD DO MAINTENANCE SUCH AS REMOUNTING OR REPLACING VALVE STEMS. I STILL WOULD ...

Dec 8, 2016 Engine 122,000 mi

ON MY WAY HOME, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THEN STARTS BLINKING. GOT HOME AND FIND OUT THE OILS ALL GONE AND DEAD CAR. MY MECHANIC SAYS THE OIL LINE HAS A RECALL AND THAT IT BROKE LETTING ALL OIL OUT.

Dec 8, 2016 Engine 122,000 mi

ON MY WAY HOME, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THEN STARTS BLINKING. GOT HOME AND FIND OUT THE OILS ALL GONE AND DEAD CAR. MY MECHANIC SAYS THE OIL LINE HAS A RECALL AND THAT IT BROKE LETTING ALL OIL OUT.

Dec 1, 2016 Wheels 136,210 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIMS ON THE VEHICLE WERE VERY RUSTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE DETAILS OF THE DIAGNOSIS COULD NOT BE PROVIDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAI...

Dec 1, 2016 Wheels 136,210 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIMS ON THE VEHICLE WERE VERY RUSTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE DETAILS OF THE DIAGNOSIS COULD NOT BE PROVIDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAI...

Dec 1, 2016 Wheels 136,210 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIMS ON THE VEHICLE WERE VERY RUSTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE DETAILS OF THE DIAGNOSIS COULD NOT BE PROVIDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAI...

Dec 1, 2016 Wheels 136,210 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIMS ON THE VEHICLE WERE VERY RUSTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE DETAILS OF THE DIAGNOSIS COULD NOT BE PROVIDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAI...

Sep 14, 2016 Electrical System Fire 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. AFTER THE CONTACT RETURNED HOME AND PARKED THE VEHICLE, THE HORN STARTED TO BEEP. THE CONTACT WALKED OUTSIDE AND OBSERVED SPARKS UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE WITH THE HOSE, BUT THE VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES. A...

Sep 14, 2016 Electrical System Fire 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. AFTER THE CONTACT RETURNED HOME AND PARKED THE VEHICLE, THE HORN STARTED TO BEEP. THE CONTACT WALKED OUTSIDE AND OBSERVED SPARKS UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE WITH THE HOSE, BUT THE VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES. A...

Sep 10, 2016 Unknown Or Other 30,000 mi

DRIVING ABOUT 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, HEARD AN EXTREMELY LOUD BANG. CHECKED WINDOWS AND WINDSHIELDS, AT THAT TIME, BUT DIDN'T THINK TO CHECK THE MOON ROOF. A FEW DAYS LATER (YESTERDAY), I TRIED TO OPEN THE MOONROOF AND DISCOVERED THAT IT HAD SHATTERED.

Sep 10, 2016 Unknown Or Other 30,000 mi

DRIVING ABOUT 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, HEARD AN EXTREMELY LOUD BANG. CHECKED WINDOWS AND WINDSHIELDS, AT THAT TIME, BUT DIDN'T THINK TO CHECK THE MOON ROOF. A FEW DAYS LATER (YESTERDAY), I TRIED TO OPEN THE MOONROOF AND DISCOVERED THAT IT HAD SHATTERED.

Sep 7, 2016 Visibility/wiper 120,000 mi

I RETURNED HOME IN THE LATE AFTERNOON TO FIND MY REAR WINDSHIELD COMPLETELY SHATTERED AND WITH A BASKETBALL SIZED HOLE. GLASS WAS ALL OVER THE DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO GLASS NOR OBJECT OF DESTRUCTION IN THE TRUNK. THE TRUCK WAS LOCKED AND THERE WASN'T ANY OTHER DAMAGE. THE WINDSHIELD APPEARED TO BE BO...

Sep 7, 2016 Visibility/wiper 120,000 mi

I RETURNED HOME IN THE LATE AFTERNOON TO FIND MY REAR WINDSHIELD COMPLETELY SHATTERED AND WITH A BASKETBALL SIZED HOLE. GLASS WAS ALL OVER THE DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO GLASS NOR OBJECT OF DESTRUCTION IN THE TRUNK. THE TRUCK WAS LOCKED AND THERE WASN'T ANY OTHER DAMAGE. THE WINDSHIELD APPEARED TO BE BO...

Jul 11, 2016 Service Brakes 18 mi

HAZARDOUS SAFETY ISSUE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ON 2001-2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDERS. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH OR LOW RATE OF SPEED, THERE HAS BEEN MANY CLOSE CALLS OF BEING HIT FROM BEHIND DUE TO THE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO THEIR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OR WIRING IN SPECIFIC TO REA...

Jul 11, 2016 Electrical System 18 mi

HAZARDOUS SAFETY ISSUE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ON 2001-2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDERS. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH OR LOW RATE OF SPEED, THERE HAS BEEN MANY CLOSE CALLS OF BEING HIT FROM BEHIND DUE TO THE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO THEIR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OR WIRING IN SPECIFIC TO REA...

Jul 11, 2016 Service Brakes 18 mi

HAZARDOUS SAFETY ISSUE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ON 2001-2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDERS. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH OR LOW RATE OF SPEED, THERE HAS BEEN MANY CLOSE CALLS OF BEING HIT FROM BEHIND DUE TO THE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO THEIR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OR WIRING IN SPECIFIC TO REA...

Jul 11, 2016 Electrical System 18 mi

HAZARDOUS SAFETY ISSUE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ON 2001-2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDERS. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH OR LOW RATE OF SPEED, THERE HAS BEEN MANY CLOSE CALLS OF BEING HIT FROM BEHIND DUE TO THE MANUFACTURER DEFECT TO THEIR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OR WIRING IN SPECIFIC TO REA...

Apr 27, 2016 Visibility/wiper

"SUN VISOR FAILURE!" - DRIVER'S SIDE. JUST ANOTHER TO ADD TO THE NUMEROUS OTHER CONCERNED FAMILIES. NO HELP THROUGH TOYOTA MAIN SAFETY NUMBER AT 1-800-331-4331CASE #1604262701. VERIFIED WITH THE REPRESENTATIVE THAT I AM NOT THE FIRST TO REPORT THIS PROBLEM. WHILE THERE IS A RECALL ON 2010-2013 HIGH...

Apr 27, 2016 Visibility/wiper

"SUN VISOR FAILURE!" - DRIVER'S SIDE. JUST ANOTHER TO ADD TO THE NUMEROUS OTHER CONCERNED FAMILIES. NO HELP THROUGH TOYOTA MAIN SAFETY NUMBER AT 1-800-331-4331CASE #1604262701. VERIFIED WITH THE REPRESENTATIVE THAT I AM NOT THE FIRST TO REPORT THIS PROBLEM. WHILE THERE IS A RECALL ON 2010-2013 HIGH...

Mar 4, 2016 Visibility/wiper 115,000 mi

STARTING IN OCTOBER OF 2015 AND CONTINUING TO THIS DAY, THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE REFUSES TO STAY IN THE FULLY UPRIGHT/TUCKED TO THE HEADLINER POSITION PRESENTING A VISIBILITY PROBLEM WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION. WHEN TURNING LEFT, IT GETS DRAMATICALLY WORSE AND COMPLETELY BLOCKS MY VIEW, R...

Mar 4, 2016 Visibility/wiper 115,000 mi

STARTING IN OCTOBER OF 2015 AND CONTINUING TO THIS DAY, THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE REFUSES TO STAY IN THE FULLY UPRIGHT/TUCKED TO THE HEADLINER POSITION PRESENTING A VISIBILITY PROBLEM WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION. WHEN TURNING LEFT, IT GETS DRAMATICALLY WORSE AND COMPLETELY BLOCKS MY VIEW, R...

Nov 17, 2015 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID LIMITED WAS EXPERIENCING CONCERNING BRAKES BEGINNING TO LURCH FORWARD, BRAKE PEDAL STIFFNESS, AND ASSOCIATED NOISE. IN SHORT, THE ISSUE IS A CRITICAL LOSS OF ASSISTED BRAKING. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP IN TEXAS AND WAS INSTRUCTED THAT THE ABS ACTUATOR HAD FAILED. MEC...

Nov 17, 2015 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID LIMITED WAS EXPERIENCING CONCERNING BRAKES BEGINNING TO LURCH FORWARD, BRAKE PEDAL STIFFNESS, AND ASSOCIATED NOISE. IN SHORT, THE ISSUE IS A CRITICAL LOSS OF ASSISTED BRAKING. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP IN TEXAS AND WAS INSTRUCTED THAT THE ABS ACTUATOR HAD FAILED. MEC...

Oct 22, 2015 Electrical System 60,500 mi

ON MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGH LANDER THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING I HAVE NO HORN , WHEN I PRESS THE HORN BUTTON IT DOES NOT SOUND THE HORN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHECK THE HORN AND THE DEALER SAID IT WAS WORKING AFTER I LEFT THE DEALER IT DID NOT WORK , I ASKEDTHE SERVICE ADVISER AND HE SAID ...

Oct 22, 2015 Steering 60,500 mi

ON MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGH LANDER THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING I HAVE NO HORN , WHEN I PRESS THE HORN BUTTON IT DOES NOT SOUND THE HORN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHECK THE HORN AND THE DEALER SAID IT WAS WORKING AFTER I LEFT THE DEALER IT DID NOT WORK , I ASKEDTHE SERVICE ADVISER AND HE SAID ...

Oct 22, 2015 Unknown Or Other 60,500 mi

ON MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGH LANDER THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING I HAVE NO HORN , WHEN I PRESS THE HORN BUTTON IT DOES NOT SOUND THE HORN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHECK THE HORN AND THE DEALER SAID IT WAS WORKING AFTER I LEFT THE DEALER IT DID NOT WORK , I ASKEDTHE SERVICE ADVISER AND HE SAID ...

Oct 22, 2015 Electrical System 60,500 mi

ON MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGH LANDER THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING I HAVE NO HORN , WHEN I PRESS THE HORN BUTTON IT DOES NOT SOUND THE HORN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHECK THE HORN AND THE DEALER SAID IT WAS WORKING AFTER I LEFT THE DEALER IT DID NOT WORK , I ASKEDTHE SERVICE ADVISER AND HE SAID ...

Oct 22, 2015 Steering 60,500 mi

ON MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGH LANDER THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING I HAVE NO HORN , WHEN I PRESS THE HORN BUTTON IT DOES NOT SOUND THE HORN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHECK THE HORN AND THE DEALER SAID IT WAS WORKING AFTER I LEFT THE DEALER IT DID NOT WORK , I ASKEDTHE SERVICE ADVISER AND HE SAID ...

Oct 22, 2015 Unknown Or Other 60,500 mi

ON MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGH LANDER THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING I HAVE NO HORN , WHEN I PRESS THE HORN BUTTON IT DOES NOT SOUND THE HORN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHECK THE HORN AND THE DEALER SAID IT WAS WORKING AFTER I LEFT THE DEALER IT DID NOT WORK , I ASKEDTHE SERVICE ADVISER AND HE SAID ...

Sep 24, 2015 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT IT TOOK A LONGER DISTANCE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VSC WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE ACTUATOR...

Sep 24, 2015 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT IT TOOK A LONGER DISTANCE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VSC WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE ACTUATOR...

Sep 3, 2015 Engine 101,500 mi

WE ARE THE ORIGINAL OWNERS OF THIS CAR. WE HAVE CHANGED THE OIL AND OIL FILTER AS REQUIRED BY TOYOTA. NEVER HAD A PROBLEM UNTIL THE LAST FEW MONTHS. ALL OF A SUDDEN WE ARE GOING THROUGH MULTIPLE QUARTS OF OIL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES. WE NEVER HAD TO ADD OIL PREVIOUSLY. SEARCHING ONLINE I SEE THIS IS A K...

Sep 3, 2015 Engine 101,500 mi

WE ARE THE ORIGINAL OWNERS OF THIS CAR. WE HAVE CHANGED THE OIL AND OIL FILTER AS REQUIRED BY TOYOTA. NEVER HAD A PROBLEM UNTIL THE LAST FEW MONTHS. ALL OF A SUDDEN WE ARE GOING THROUGH MULTIPLE QUARTS OF OIL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES. WE NEVER HAD TO ADD OIL PREVIOUSLY. SEARCHING ONLINE I SEE THIS IS A K...

Nov 19, 2014 Visibility/wiper 125,600 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISOR DROPPED FROM THE UP OR STORED POSITION TO THE DOWN POSITION WHILE MAKING A TURN, PARTIALLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY OBSTRUCTING THE DRIVER'S VIEW. THE VISOR NOW WILL NOT STAY IN THE STORED POSITION.THE DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR IS BEGINNING TO SHOW SIGNS OF THE SAME FAILURE. *TR

Nov 19, 2014 Visibility/wiper 125,600 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISOR DROPPED FROM THE UP OR STORED POSITION TO THE DOWN POSITION WHILE MAKING A TURN, PARTIALLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY OBSTRUCTING THE DRIVER'S VIEW. THE VISOR NOW WILL NOT STAY IN THE STORED POSITION.THE DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR IS BEGINNING TO SHOW SIGNS OF THE SAME FAILURE. *TR

Nov 1, 2014 Engine 78,000 mi

WATER PUMP BROKE, SUSPENSION LEAKING, BEARINGS BROKEN, ENGINE HEAD BOLTS ARE STRIPPED. *TR

Nov 1, 2014 Suspension 78,000 mi

WATER PUMP BROKE, SUSPENSION LEAKING, BEARINGS BROKEN, ENGINE HEAD BOLTS ARE STRIPPED. *TR

Nov 1, 2014 Engine 78,000 mi

WATER PUMP BROKE, SUSPENSION LEAKING, BEARINGS BROKEN, ENGINE HEAD BOLTS ARE STRIPPED. *TR

Nov 1, 2014 Suspension 78,000 mi

WATER PUMP BROKE, SUSPENSION LEAKING, BEARINGS BROKEN, ENGINE HEAD BOLTS ARE STRIPPED. *TR

Oct 22, 2014 Visibility/wiper

FAULTY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SUN VISOR. MY DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS FALLEN DOWN, AND WONT TIGHTEN. THE SUN VISOR IS TOO HEAVY FOR THE ROD IT IS SUSPENDED FROM. CURRENTLY, THE VISOR HAS FALLEN IN FRONT OF MY LINE OF VISION WHICH OBSTRUCTS MY VIEW WHILE DRIVING. MY WIFE AS WELL AS MY YOUNG TEEN DA...

Oct 22, 2014 Visibility/wiper

FAULTY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SUN VISOR. MY DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS FALLEN DOWN, AND WONT TIGHTEN. THE SUN VISOR IS TOO HEAVY FOR THE ROD IT IS SUSPENDED FROM. CURRENTLY, THE VISOR HAS FALLEN IN FRONT OF MY LINE OF VISION WHICH OBSTRUCTS MY VIEW WHILE DRIVING. MY WIFE AS WELL AS MY YOUNG TEEN DA...

Sep 22, 2014 Visibility 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW FAILED TO CLOSE OR OPEN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.

Sep 22, 2014 Visibility 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW FAILED TO CLOSE OR OPEN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.

Aug 15, 2014 Wheels 100,535 mi

WHEN GOING AROUND CURVES AT VARYING SPEEDS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEELS SHAKE. HAPPENS ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK. HAPPENS WHEN ROADS COMPLETELY DRY. SEEMS LIKE A FLAW AND I'M WORRIED OF CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 15, 2014 Traction Control System 100,535 mi

WHEN GOING AROUND CURVES AT VARYING SPEEDS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEELS SHAKE. HAPPENS ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK. HAPPENS WHEN ROADS COMPLETELY DRY. SEEMS LIKE A FLAW AND I'M WORRIED OF CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 15, 2014 Wheels 100,535 mi

WHEN GOING AROUND CURVES AT VARYING SPEEDS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEELS SHAKE. HAPPENS ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK. HAPPENS WHEN ROADS COMPLETELY DRY. SEEMS LIKE A FLAW AND I'M WORRIED OF CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 15, 2014 Traction Control System 100,535 mi

WHEN GOING AROUND CURVES AT VARYING SPEEDS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEELS SHAKE. HAPPENS ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK. HAPPENS WHEN ROADS COMPLETELY DRY. SEEMS LIKE A FLAW AND I'M WORRIED OF CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Nov 2, 2013 Visibility/wiper 32,000 mi

THE VISOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE HANGS DOWN CREATING A DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Nov 2, 2013 Visibility/wiper 32,000 mi

THE VISOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE HANGS DOWN CREATING A DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Sep 22, 2013 Visibility/wiper 45,000 mi

SUN VISOR DROPS AT ANY GIVEN TIME DUE TO POOR DESIGN. PROBLEM STARTED WAY BEFORE WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED.

Sep 22, 2013 Visibility/wiper 45,000 mi

SUN VISOR DROPS AT ANY GIVEN TIME DUE TO POOR DESIGN. PROBLEM STARTED WAY BEFORE WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED.

Jul 15, 2013 Visibility 105,000 mi

THE VISOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE "LOST" IT'S SPRING AND HANGS DOWN CREATING A DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jul 15, 2013 Visibility 105,000 mi

THE VISOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE "LOST" IT'S SPRING AND HANGS DOWN CREATING A DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jun 2, 2013 Visibility

I AM WRITING CONCERNING MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SUN VISOR. MY DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS FALLEN DOWN, AND I SEE NO WAY TO TIGHTEN IT UP. IT APPEARS THE SUN VISOR IS TOO HEAVY FOR THE ROD IT IS SUSPENDED FROM. CURRENTLY, THE VISOR HAS FALLEN TO RIGHT IN FRONT OF MY LINE OF VISION WHICH OBSTRUCT...

Jun 2, 2013 Visibility

I AM WRITING CONCERNING MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SUN VISOR. MY DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS FALLEN DOWN, AND I SEE NO WAY TO TIGHTEN IT UP. IT APPEARS THE SUN VISOR IS TOO HEAVY FOR THE ROD IT IS SUSPENDED FROM. CURRENTLY, THE VISOR HAS FALLEN TO RIGHT IN FRONT OF MY LINE OF VISION WHICH OBSTRUCT...

May 4, 2013 Visibility 60,000 mi

THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS STARTED TO DROOP DOWN, UNABLE TO BE PUT IN FULL UPWARD POSITION. THIS HAS BEEN GETTING INCREASINGLY WORSE OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS. A WEBSITE I VISITED FOR HELP SUGGESTED REPORTING IT TO NHTSA. IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE IT HANGS DOWN AT FOREHEAD LEVEL WHEN DRIVING A...

May 4, 2013 Visibility 60,000 mi

THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS STARTED TO DROOP DOWN, UNABLE TO BE PUT IN FULL UPWARD POSITION. THIS HAS BEEN GETTING INCREASINGLY WORSE OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS. A WEBSITE I VISITED FOR HELP SUGGESTED REPORTING IT TO NHTSA. IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE IT HANGS DOWN AT FOREHEAD LEVEL WHEN DRIVING A...

Apr 28, 2013 Power Train 64,400 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, LEFT REAR AXLE SNAPPED OFF AND FELL OFF VEHICLE. THE TRANSFER ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE. THERE IS NO EXPLANATION AS TO HOW THIS HAPPENED AND IF THERE ARE OTHER DEFECTIVE PARTS IN THE DRIVE TRAIN.

Apr 28, 2013 Unknown Or Other 64,400 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, LEFT REAR AXLE SNAPPED OFF AND FELL OFF VEHICLE. THE TRANSFER ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE. THERE IS NO EXPLANATION AS TO HOW THIS HAPPENED AND IF THERE ARE OTHER DEFECTIVE PARTS IN THE DRIVE TRAIN.

Apr 28, 2013 Power Train 64,400 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, LEFT REAR AXLE SNAPPED OFF AND FELL OFF VEHICLE. THE TRANSFER ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE. THERE IS NO EXPLANATION AS TO HOW THIS HAPPENED AND IF THERE ARE OTHER DEFECTIVE PARTS IN THE DRIVE TRAIN.

Apr 28, 2013 Unknown Or Other 64,400 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, LEFT REAR AXLE SNAPPED OFF AND FELL OFF VEHICLE. THE TRANSFER ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE. THERE IS NO EXPLANATION AS TO HOW THIS HAPPENED AND IF THERE ARE OTHER DEFECTIVE PARTS IN THE DRIVE TRAIN.

Mar 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Electrical System

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Steering

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Electrical System

DURING DRIVING, ABRUPTLY WITHOUT WARNING - THE HIGHLANDER HYBRID DURING DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING, JUST WENT DEAD - CAR DID NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER CONTROL. THE DASHBOARD STARTED FLASHING LIGHTS AND THE VSC CHECK, AWD CHECK, SKID LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR, AND POWER STEERING STOPPED RESPOND...

Mar 12, 2013 Engine

DURING DRIVING, ABRUPTLY WITHOUT WARNING - THE HIGHLANDER HYBRID DURING DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING, JUST WENT DEAD - CAR DID NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER CONTROL. THE DASHBOARD STARTED FLASHING LIGHTS AND THE VSC CHECK, AWD CHECK, SKID LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR, AND POWER STEERING STOPPED RESPOND...

Mar 12, 2013 Steering

DURING DRIVING, ABRUPTLY WITHOUT WARNING - THE HIGHLANDER HYBRID DURING DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING, JUST WENT DEAD - CAR DID NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER CONTROL. THE DASHBOARD STARTED FLASHING LIGHTS AND THE VSC CHECK, AWD CHECK, SKID LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR, AND POWER STEERING STOPPED RESPOND...

Mar 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Electrical System

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Steering

I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR SHUTDOWN DOWN, THE CAR CONTROLS WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CAR CONTINUED TILL IT LOST MOMENTUM STOPPED, THERE WAS NO/OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING AND STEERING ASSISTANCE/CONTROL. ***I CALLED TOYOTA AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM, NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED*** THE ...

Mar 12, 2013 Electrical System

DURING DRIVING, ABRUPTLY WITHOUT WARNING - THE HIGHLANDER HYBRID DURING DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING, JUST WENT DEAD - CAR DID NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER CONTROL. THE DASHBOARD STARTED FLASHING LIGHTS AND THE VSC CHECK, AWD CHECK, SKID LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR, AND POWER STEERING STOPPED RESPOND...

Mar 12, 2013 Engine

DURING DRIVING, ABRUPTLY WITHOUT WARNING - THE HIGHLANDER HYBRID DURING DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING, JUST WENT DEAD - CAR DID NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER CONTROL. THE DASHBOARD STARTED FLASHING LIGHTS AND THE VSC CHECK, AWD CHECK, SKID LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR, AND POWER STEERING STOPPED RESPOND...

Mar 12, 2013 Steering

DURING DRIVING, ABRUPTLY WITHOUT WARNING - THE HIGHLANDER HYBRID DURING DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING, JUST WENT DEAD - CAR DID NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER CONTROL. THE DASHBOARD STARTED FLASHING LIGHTS AND THE VSC CHECK, AWD CHECK, SKID LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR, AND POWER STEERING STOPPED RESPOND...

Jan 7, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A WALL AS A RESULT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL VIA AMB...

Jan 7, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A WALL AS A RESULT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL VIA AMB...

Jan 5, 2013 Visibility 62,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR DROPPED INTO FIELD OF VISION. DEALER SAYS THIS HAPPENS A LOT WITH HIGHLANDER MODELS. VISOR WILL NOT STAY UP OR DOWN BUT RESTS IN BETWEEN, WHICH DEFEATS ITS INTENDED USE AND INTERFERES WITH DRIVER VISION. DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR AS DEFECT. *TR

Jan 5, 2013 Visibility 62,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR DROPPED INTO FIELD OF VISION. DEALER SAYS THIS HAPPENS A LOT WITH HIGHLANDER MODELS. VISOR WILL NOT STAY UP OR DOWN BUT RESTS IN BETWEEN, WHICH DEFEATS ITS INTENDED USE AND INTERFERES WITH DRIVER VISION. DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR AS DEFECT. *TR

Nov 27, 2012 Wheels

2007 HIGHLANDER WHEELS ARE RUSTING SO BAD THAT 2 OF 4 TIRES ARE LOSING AIR PRESSURE. THIS 2007 WAS PURCHASED NEW FROM TOYOTA. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED A 2002 HIGHLANDER WITH THE EXACT SAME ISSUE. I SEARCH ONLINE AND SEE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD SAME ISSUE WITH TOYOTA WHEELS. WHEELS SHOULD NOT RUST T...

Nov 27, 2012 Structure

2007 HIGHLANDER WHEELS ARE RUSTING SO BAD THAT 2 OF 4 TIRES ARE LOSING AIR PRESSURE. THIS 2007 WAS PURCHASED NEW FROM TOYOTA. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED A 2002 HIGHLANDER WITH THE EXACT SAME ISSUE. I SEARCH ONLINE AND SEE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD SAME ISSUE WITH TOYOTA WHEELS. WHEELS SHOULD NOT RUST T...

Nov 27, 2012 Wheels

2007 HIGHLANDER WHEELS ARE RUSTING SO BAD THAT 2 OF 4 TIRES ARE LOSING AIR PRESSURE. THIS 2007 WAS PURCHASED NEW FROM TOYOTA. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED A 2002 HIGHLANDER WITH THE EXACT SAME ISSUE. I SEARCH ONLINE AND SEE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD SAME ISSUE WITH TOYOTA WHEELS. WHEELS SHOULD NOT RUST T...

Nov 27, 2012 Structure

2007 HIGHLANDER WHEELS ARE RUSTING SO BAD THAT 2 OF 4 TIRES ARE LOSING AIR PRESSURE. THIS 2007 WAS PURCHASED NEW FROM TOYOTA. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED A 2002 HIGHLANDER WITH THE EXACT SAME ISSUE. I SEARCH ONLINE AND SEE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD SAME ISSUE WITH TOYOTA WHEELS. WHEELS SHOULD NOT RUST T...

Sep 13, 2012 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON DOUBLE R BOULEVARD IN RENO AT ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY LOSS BRAKES. I HAD TO PUSH VERY HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE BRAKE PEDAL STUMPED AND THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS NOT IN USE AND THE BRAKE WILL FOR A FEW SECONDS AND THEN NOT WORK. THIS HAPPENED REPEA...

Sep 13, 2012 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON DOUBLE R BOULEVARD IN RENO AT ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY LOSS BRAKES. I HAD TO PUSH VERY HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE BRAKE PEDAL STUMPED AND THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS NOT IN USE AND THE BRAKE WILL FOR A FEW SECONDS AND THEN NOT WORK. THIS HAPPENED REPEA...

Aug 24, 2012 Power Train 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE THE BEGAN TO DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION HOWEVER, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO DECELERATE INDEPEND...

Aug 24, 2012 Power Train 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE THE BEGAN TO DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION HOWEVER, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO DECELERATE INDEPEND...

Aug 16, 2012 Service Brakes 73,933 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH SHE ENGAGED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT DECELERATE OR STOP. THE CONTACT THEN ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE CONTA...

Aug 16, 2012 Service Brakes 73,933 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH SHE ENGAGED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT DECELERATE OR STOP. THE CONTACT THEN ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE CONTA...

Jul 17, 2012 Engine 70,000 mi

MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGLANDER WAS DIAGNOSED WITH ENGINE SLUDGE EVEN THOUGH THE OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED AT THE RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS. *TR

Jul 17, 2012 Engine 70,000 mi

MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGLANDER WAS DIAGNOSED WITH ENGINE SLUDGE EVEN THOUGH THE OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED AT THE RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS. *TR

May 29, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE INTELLIGENT POWER MODULE (IPM) NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MECHANIC ADV...

May 29, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE INTELLIGENT POWER MODULE (IPM) NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MECHANIC ADV...

Apr 12, 2012 Visibility 60,000 mi

THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR DROPS AND REMAINS DOWN AT ALL TIMES PREVENTING DRIVER FULL VISABILITY. THE MECHANISM TO KEEP THE SUN VISOR PROPPED AGAINST CAR CEILING HAS FAILED. *TR

Apr 12, 2012 Visibility 60,000 mi

THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR DROPS AND REMAINS DOWN AT ALL TIMES PREVENTING DRIVER FULL VISABILITY. THE MECHANISM TO KEEP THE SUN VISOR PROPPED AGAINST CAR CEILING HAS FAILED. *TR

Feb 29, 2012 Steering 68,000 mi

AT 68,000 MILES, MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER STEERING HAS BECOME VERY LOOSE. THE STEERING WHEEL PLAY IS ABOUT TWO INCHES. DEALER TELLS ME NO RECALLS, BUT, AFTER MAKING HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF THESE UNITS, ONE BAD ONE IS BOUND TO OCCUR. UNFORTUNATELY, I GOT THE BAD ONE. DEALER ADMITS THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN V...

Feb 29, 2012 Steering 68,000 mi

AT 68,000 MILES, MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER STEERING HAS BECOME VERY LOOSE. THE STEERING WHEEL PLAY IS ABOUT TWO INCHES. DEALER TELLS ME NO RECALLS, BUT, AFTER MAKING HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF THESE UNITS, ONE BAD ONE IS BOUND TO OCCUR. UNFORTUNATELY, I GOT THE BAD ONE. DEALER ADMITS THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN V...

Dec 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 114,600 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID, V6, 4X4 --- ON NOVEMBER 23RD, 2011, AT APPROXIMATELY 10:00AM, I WAS DRIVING WITH MY FAMILY ON I-5 SOUTH IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY OF CALIFORNIA. THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ON, BUT NOT ENGAGED BECAUSE THE TRAFFIC WAS TOO HEAVY. MY SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 65 MILES-PER-HOUR, ...

Dec 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 114,600 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID, V6, 4X4 --- ON NOVEMBER 23RD, 2011, AT APPROXIMATELY 10:00AM, I WAS DRIVING WITH MY FAMILY ON I-5 SOUTH IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY OF CALIFORNIA. THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ON, BUT NOT ENGAGED BECAUSE THE TRAFFIC WAS TOO HEAVY. MY SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 65 MILES-PER-HOUR, ...

Sep 6, 2011 Electrical System 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE POWER INVERTER WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, BUT THE VEH...

Sep 6, 2011 Electrical System 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE POWER INVERTER WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, BUT THE VEH...

May 20, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK WITH SLIGHT HESITATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER. TH...

May 20, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK WITH SLIGHT HESITATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER. TH...

Mar 16, 2011 Tires

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE GOVERNMENT HAVING A STIPULATED DEFINITION AND SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS BEFORE ANY AUTOMOBILE CAN BE CLASSIFIED AS A CERTIFIED PRE- OWNED VEHICLE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE LEFT FRONT TIRE SPLIT OPEN DOWN THE TREAD, DUE TO THE TIRE BEING DRY R...

Mar 16, 2011 Visibility

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE GOVERNMENT HAVING A STIPULATED DEFINITION AND SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS BEFORE ANY AUTOMOBILE CAN BE CLASSIFIED AS A CERTIFIED PRE- OWNED VEHICLE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE LEFT FRONT TIRE SPLIT OPEN DOWN THE TREAD, DUE TO THE TIRE BEING DRY R...

Mar 16, 2011 Tires

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE GOVERNMENT HAVING A STIPULATED DEFINITION AND SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS BEFORE ANY AUTOMOBILE CAN BE CLASSIFIED AS A CERTIFIED PRE- OWNED VEHICLE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE LEFT FRONT TIRE SPLIT OPEN DOWN THE TREAD, DUE TO THE TIRE BEING DRY R...

Mar 16, 2011 Visibility

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE GOVERNMENT HAVING A STIPULATED DEFINITION AND SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS BEFORE ANY AUTOMOBILE CAN BE CLASSIFIED AS A CERTIFIED PRE- OWNED VEHICLE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE LEFT FRONT TIRE SPLIT OPEN DOWN THE TREAD, DUE TO THE TIRE BEING DRY R...

Jan 28, 2011 Power Train 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH UPHILL WHEN THE VEHICLE BECAME UNRESPONSIVE TO THE CONTACTS ATTEMPTS TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE AT A LOWER SPEED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TEST DROVE THE VEHICL...

Jan 28, 2011 Power Train 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH UPHILL WHEN THE VEHICLE BECAME UNRESPONSIVE TO THE CONTACTS ATTEMPTS TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE AT A LOWER SPEED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TEST DROVE THE VEHICL...

Jan 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED HE WOULD NEED TO BLEED THE BRAKES AND CHANGE THE OIL. THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AGAIN AFTER THE REPAIRS WERE ...

Jan 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED HE WOULD NEED TO BLEED THE BRAKES AND CHANGE THE OIL. THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AGAIN AFTER THE REPAIRS WERE ...

Sep 9, 2010 Structure Crash 5,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE HOOD DESIGN IS DEFECTIVE. SHE WASN'T ABLE TO SEE THE DISTANCE OF OBJECTS IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WAS CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO A TELEPHONE POLE, A PARKED VEHICLE, AND A FENCE. THE DEALER WAS AWARE OF THE FRONT HOOD D...

Sep 9, 2010 Structure Crash 5,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE HOOD DESIGN IS DEFECTIVE. SHE WASN'T ABLE TO SEE THE DISTANCE OF OBJECTS IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WAS CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO A TELEPHONE POLE, A PARKED VEHICLE, AND A FENCE. THE DEALER WAS AWARE OF THE FRONT HOOD D...

May 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 45,600 mi

I PURCHASED A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HYBRID IN SEP OF 2009. I HAVE NOTICED AN INTERRUPTION IN ENGAGING THE BRAKES EVERY TIME I PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. TOYOTA SAYS THIS IT A NORMAL DELAY BETWEEN THE MECHANICAL AND ABS ENGAGING. I AM A LONG TIME DRIVER AND THIS IS VERY UNSETTLING. *TR

May 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 45,600 mi

I PURCHASED A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HYBRID IN SEP OF 2009. I HAVE NOTICED AN INTERRUPTION IN ENGAGING THE BRAKES EVERY TIME I PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. TOYOTA SAYS THIS IT A NORMAL DELAY BETWEEN THE MECHANICAL AND ABS ENGAGING. I AM A LONG TIME DRIVER AND THIS IS VERY UNSETTLING. *TR

May 7, 2010 Air Bags Crash 27,059 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKES ON A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CAR REAR ENDED A TRUCK. DRIVER BROKE RIGHT BRAKING ANKLE. NO SKID MARKS. DRIVER'S HEAD HIT STEERING WHEEL EVEN THOUGH AIR BAG DEPLOYED. BELIEVE AIR BAG ONLY PARTIALLY DEPLOYED. *TR

May 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 27,059 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKES ON A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CAR REAR ENDED A TRUCK. DRIVER BROKE RIGHT BRAKING ANKLE. NO SKID MARKS. DRIVER'S HEAD HIT STEERING WHEEL EVEN THOUGH AIR BAG DEPLOYED. BELIEVE AIR BAG ONLY PARTIALLY DEPLOYED. *TR

May 7, 2010 Air Bags Crash 27,059 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKES ON A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CAR REAR ENDED A TRUCK. DRIVER BROKE RIGHT BRAKING ANKLE. NO SKID MARKS. DRIVER'S HEAD HIT STEERING WHEEL EVEN THOUGH AIR BAG DEPLOYED. BELIEVE AIR BAG ONLY PARTIALLY DEPLOYED. *TR

May 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 27,059 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKES ON A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CAR REAR ENDED A TRUCK. DRIVER BROKE RIGHT BRAKING ANKLE. NO SKID MARKS. DRIVER'S HEAD HIT STEERING WHEEL EVEN THOUGH AIR BAG DEPLOYED. BELIEVE AIR BAG ONLY PARTIALLY DEPLOYED. *TR

Apr 15, 2010 Visibility 56,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN TRAVELING OVER SLIGHT ROAD BUMPS, THE DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR WOULD FALL DOWN, OBSTRUCTING HIS LINE OF VISION. THE DEALER ADVISED REPAIRS TO THE VISOR WOULD NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY AND WOULD ONLY BE REPAIRED AT THE OWNERS EX...

Apr 15, 2010 Visibility 56,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN TRAVELING OVER SLIGHT ROAD BUMPS, THE DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR WOULD FALL DOWN, OBSTRUCTING HIS LINE OF VISION. THE DEALER ADVISED REPAIRS TO THE VISOR WOULD NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY AND WOULD ONLY BE REPAIRED AT THE OWNERS EX...

Mar 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 19,700 mi

WHEN NEW I HAD NO DIFFICULTY WITH THE BRAKES ON MY VEHICLE. THEY PERFORMED WELL, AND I NEVER FELT ANXIETY THAT MY BRAKES "WOULDN'T BE THERE" WHEN NEEDED. BUT OVER THE PAST YEAR THIS HAS CHANGED. AT FIRST I NOTICED THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT SOFT, AND WAS LOWER TO THE FLOOR. I BROUGHT MY CAR IN TO ...

Mar 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 19,700 mi

WHEN NEW I HAD NO DIFFICULTY WITH THE BRAKES ON MY VEHICLE. THEY PERFORMED WELL, AND I NEVER FELT ANXIETY THAT MY BRAKES "WOULDN'T BE THERE" WHEN NEEDED. BUT OVER THE PAST YEAR THIS HAS CHANGED. AT FIRST I NOTICED THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT SOFT, AND WAS LOWER TO THE FLOOR. I BROUGHT MY CAR IN TO ...

Mar 8, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash 500 mi

ON MAY 9, 2007 WE PURCHASED A NEW 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. ABOUT A MONTH LATER IT UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AND RAN THROUGH THE END OF OUR CARPORT WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN TO PARK. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN FRONT OF IT. THE AUTO SUSTAINED ABOUT $650 IN DAMAGES AND THE CARPORT RECEIVED SIMILAR MONETARY DAMAG...

Mar 8, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 500 mi

ON MAY 9, 2007 WE PURCHASED A NEW 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. ABOUT A MONTH LATER IT UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AND RAN THROUGH THE END OF OUR CARPORT WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN TO PARK. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN FRONT OF IT. THE AUTO SUSTAINED ABOUT $650 IN DAMAGES AND THE CARPORT RECEIVED SIMILAR MONETARY DAMAG...

Mar 8, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash 500 mi

ON MAY 9, 2007 WE PURCHASED A NEW 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. ABOUT A MONTH LATER IT UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AND RAN THROUGH THE END OF OUR CARPORT WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN TO PARK. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN FRONT OF IT. THE AUTO SUSTAINED ABOUT $650 IN DAMAGES AND THE CARPORT RECEIVED SIMILAR MONETARY DAMAG...

Mar 8, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 500 mi

ON MAY 9, 2007 WE PURCHASED A NEW 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. ABOUT A MONTH LATER IT UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AND RAN THROUGH THE END OF OUR CARPORT WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN TO PARK. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN FRONT OF IT. THE AUTO SUSTAINED ABOUT $650 IN DAMAGES AND THE CARPORT RECEIVED SIMILAR MONETARY DAMAG...

Mar 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 43,000 mi

PARKING MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER IN MY PARKING SPACE AT WORK. I GO TO PARK AND MY GAS PEDAL IS STUCK AND ACCELERATED INTO TWO OTHER VEHICLES RESULTING IN $3000 TO MY VEHICLE AND UNKNOWN AMOUNT TO THE OTHER TWO VEHICLES. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE SO FAR TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. IT HAS ONLY OCCURRED ONC...

Mar 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 43,000 mi

PARKING MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER IN MY PARKING SPACE AT WORK. I GO TO PARK AND MY GAS PEDAL IS STUCK AND ACCELERATED INTO TWO OTHER VEHICLES RESULTING IN $3000 TO MY VEHICLE AND UNKNOWN AMOUNT TO THE OTHER TWO VEHICLES. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE SO FAR TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. IT HAS ONLY OCCURRED ONC...

Feb 26, 2010 Power Train

MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2007 (7 SEATS) STALLS SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT IT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NORMAL BUT IT IS BECOMING VERY DANGEROUS SINCE IT STALLS FOR A SEC OR 2 EVERYTIME YOU SLOW AND TRY TO ACCELERATE AFTERWARD. IT STALL MAINLY AT YIELD SIGN, WHEN SLOWLY TRYING TO CRUISE INTERSECTIONS AND WHEN YOU TR...

Feb 26, 2010 Power Train

MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2007 (7 SEATS) STALLS SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT IT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NORMAL BUT IT IS BECOMING VERY DANGEROUS SINCE IT STALLS FOR A SEC OR 2 EVERYTIME YOU SLOW AND TRY TO ACCELERATE AFTERWARD. IT STALL MAINLY AT YIELD SIGN, WHEN SLOWLY TRYING TO CRUISE INTERSECTIONS AND WHEN YOU TR...

Feb 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 18,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS. THERE WAS PRESSURE APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IN WHICH AN INCREASE OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE IN NORMAL OPERATION. TH...

Feb 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 18,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS. THERE WAS PRESSURE APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IN WHICH AN INCREASE OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE IN NORMAL OPERATION. TH...

Feb 17, 2010 Equipment Adaptive/mobility Crash 33,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER THAT HAD MAT ENTRAPMENT--I HAD AFTER MARKET MATS AS NONE WERE GIVEN TO ME WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE--I REPORTED THIS TO TOYOTA CORPORATION AND HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED AT DEALERSHIP AND REP SAID THERE WAS NO DEFECT IN MY ACCELERATOR--THE VEHICLE HAD ACCELERATED AND I HIT...

Feb 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 33,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER THAT HAD MAT ENTRAPMENT--I HAD AFTER MARKET MATS AS NONE WERE GIVEN TO ME WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE--I REPORTED THIS TO TOYOTA CORPORATION AND HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED AT DEALERSHIP AND REP SAID THERE WAS NO DEFECT IN MY ACCELERATOR--THE VEHICLE HAD ACCELERATED AND I HIT...

Feb 17, 2010 Equipment Adaptive/mobility Crash 33,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER THAT HAD MAT ENTRAPMENT--I HAD AFTER MARKET MATS AS NONE WERE GIVEN TO ME WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE--I REPORTED THIS TO TOYOTA CORPORATION AND HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED AT DEALERSHIP AND REP SAID THERE WAS NO DEFECT IN MY ACCELERATOR--THE VEHICLE HAD ACCELERATED AND I HIT...

Feb 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 33,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER THAT HAD MAT ENTRAPMENT--I HAD AFTER MARKET MATS AS NONE WERE GIVEN TO ME WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE--I REPORTED THIS TO TOYOTA CORPORATION AND HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED AT DEALERSHIP AND REP SAID THERE WAS NO DEFECT IN MY ACCELERATOR--THE VEHICLE HAD ACCELERATED AND I HIT...

Feb 15, 2010 Power Train

I CANNOT BELIEVE TOYOTA IS FINALLY BEING HELD TO TASK. IN 2007 I SENT YOU A COMPLAINT ABOUT TRANSMISSION HESITATION PROBLEMS IN THE TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. IT WAS SO SEVERE, MY WIFE REFUSED TO DRIVE IT, FEARING A COLLISION ON HIGHWAY ENTRY AS THE CAR HELD BACK AND THEN LURCHED FORWARD. DESPITE HUNDREDS O...

Feb 15, 2010 Structure 16,500 mi

I PARKED THE CAR AT MY WORK AND LOCKED MY TOYOTA 2007 HIGHLANDER. EVERY TIME THERE IS A RAIN , I SEE THE WATER LEAKING INTO INTERIORS. THIS HAPPENED FEW TIMES. *TR

Feb 15, 2010 Power Train

I CANNOT BELIEVE TOYOTA IS FINALLY BEING HELD TO TASK. IN 2007 I SENT YOU A COMPLAINT ABOUT TRANSMISSION HESITATION PROBLEMS IN THE TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. IT WAS SO SEVERE, MY WIFE REFUSED TO DRIVE IT, FEARING A COLLISION ON HIGHWAY ENTRY AS THE CAR HELD BACK AND THEN LURCHED FORWARD. DESPITE HUNDREDS O...

Feb 15, 2010 Structure 16,500 mi

I PARKED THE CAR AT MY WORK AND LOCKED MY TOYOTA 2007 HIGHLANDER. EVERY TIME THERE IS A RAIN , I SEE THE WATER LEAKING INTO INTERIORS. THIS HAPPENED FEW TIMES. *TR

Feb 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 5,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 6-CYL LIMITED RUNNING UNDER CRUISE CONTROL WILL SLOWLY BEGIN TO ACCELERATE WHEN "RESUME" IS PRESSED IN ORDER TO GET BACK UP TO THE CRUISING SPEED. HOWEVER AS THE SPEED NEARS (WITHIN 4-5 MPH) THE CRUISING SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS RESULTING IN A HAZARDOUS QUICK ACCE...

Feb 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 5,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 6-CYL LIMITED RUNNING UNDER CRUISE CONTROL WILL SLOWLY BEGIN TO ACCELERATE WHEN "RESUME" IS PRESSED IN ORDER TO GET BACK UP TO THE CRUISING SPEED. HOWEVER AS THE SPEED NEARS (WITHIN 4-5 MPH) THE CRUISING SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS RESULTING IN A HAZARDOUS QUICK ACCE...

Feb 5, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

ACCELERATION & DE-ACCELERATION PROBLEM: WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN FORWARD MOTION, ON A HIGHWAY, AND I PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR TO RAPIDLY SPEED UP, THERE IS AN APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND TIME DELAY IN THE VEHICLES RESPONSE TO MY REQUEST TO ACCELERATE. FREQUENTLY, THIS DELAY HAS ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT....

Feb 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATION & DE-ACCELERATION PROBLEM: WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN FORWARD MOTION, ON A HIGHWAY, AND I PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR TO RAPIDLY SPEED UP, THERE IS AN APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND TIME DELAY IN THE VEHICLES RESPONSE TO MY REQUEST TO ACCELERATE. FREQUENTLY, THIS DELAY HAS ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT....

Feb 5, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

THIS IS IN FOLLOW-UP TO MY COMPLAINT #10306258 FILED EARLIER THIS MORNING (FEB 5, 2010). I FOUND MY PREVIOUS SERVICE ORDER OF JULY 23, 2008, FROM MY TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, ON WHICH I COMPLAINED ABOUT THE DELAYED ACCELERATION WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL. THEIR RESPONSE, AS DOCUMENTED ON MY REPAIR ...

Feb 5, 2010 Electrical System

THIS IS IN FOLLOW-UP TO MY COMPLAINT #10306258 FILED EARLIER THIS MORNING (FEB 5, 2010). I FOUND MY PREVIOUS SERVICE ORDER OF JULY 23, 2008, FROM MY TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, ON WHICH I COMPLAINED ABOUT THE DELAYED ACCELERATION WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL. THEIR RESPONSE, AS DOCUMENTED ON MY REPAIR ...

Feb 5, 2010 Power Train 5,000 mi

MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED [2007] HAS A PROBLEM WITH ACCELERATION. IT IS NOT IN THE CURRENT RECALL. I REPORTED THE PROBLEM 6/5/08. WHEN I AM IN CRUISE CONTROL, THEN BRAKE, THEN PRESS THE CRUISE CONTROL MECHANISM TO RETURN TO CRUISE CONTROL, THE CAR SOMETIMES SURGES AHEAD AT SPEEDS MUCH FASTER T...

Feb 5, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

ACCELERATION & DE-ACCELERATION PROBLEM: WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN FORWARD MOTION, ON A HIGHWAY, AND I PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR TO RAPIDLY SPEED UP, THERE IS AN APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND TIME DELAY IN THE VEHICLES RESPONSE TO MY REQUEST TO ACCELERATE. FREQUENTLY, THIS DELAY HAS ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT....

Feb 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATION & DE-ACCELERATION PROBLEM: WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN FORWARD MOTION, ON A HIGHWAY, AND I PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR TO RAPIDLY SPEED UP, THERE IS AN APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND TIME DELAY IN THE VEHICLES RESPONSE TO MY REQUEST TO ACCELERATE. FREQUENTLY, THIS DELAY HAS ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT....

Feb 5, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

THIS IS IN FOLLOW-UP TO MY COMPLAINT #10306258 FILED EARLIER THIS MORNING (FEB 5, 2010). I FOUND MY PREVIOUS SERVICE ORDER OF JULY 23, 2008, FROM MY TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, ON WHICH I COMPLAINED ABOUT THE DELAYED ACCELERATION WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL. THEIR RESPONSE, AS DOCUMENTED ON MY REPAIR ...

Feb 5, 2010 Electrical System

THIS IS IN FOLLOW-UP TO MY COMPLAINT #10306258 FILED EARLIER THIS MORNING (FEB 5, 2010). I FOUND MY PREVIOUS SERVICE ORDER OF JULY 23, 2008, FROM MY TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, ON WHICH I COMPLAINED ABOUT THE DELAYED ACCELERATION WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL. THEIR RESPONSE, AS DOCUMENTED ON MY REPAIR ...

Feb 5, 2010 Power Train 5,000 mi

MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED [2007] HAS A PROBLEM WITH ACCELERATION. IT IS NOT IN THE CURRENT RECALL. I REPORTED THE PROBLEM 6/5/08. WHEN I AM IN CRUISE CONTROL, THEN BRAKE, THEN PRESS THE CRUISE CONTROL MECHANISM TO RETURN TO CRUISE CONTROL, THE CAR SOMETIMES SURGES AHEAD AT SPEEDS MUCH FASTER T...

Feb 3, 2010 Electrical System Crash

TL-WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE JUMPED THE MEDIAN AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN ANOTHER PARKING SPACE. THE FAILURE MILES ARE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CURRENT MILES ARE 45,000 MILES. AA

Feb 3, 2010 Electrical System Crash

TL-WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE JUMPED THE MEDIAN AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN ANOTHER PARKING SPACE. THE FAILURE MILES ARE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CURRENT MILES ARE 45,000 MILES. AA

Jan 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

SINCE THE PURCHASE OF OUR 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WE HAVE HAD BRAKE DECELERATION ISSUES. THE BRAKES SEEM TO OCCASIONALLY SKIP, THEN LURCH FORWARD AS SOON AS THE BRAKING SYSTEM INITIATES. WHILE I HAVE NOT GOTTEN INTO ANY ACCIDENT, I HAVE BECOME ACCUSTOMED TO BRAKING EARLY IN PREPARATION FOR STO...

Jan 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

SINCE THE PURCHASE OF OUR 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WE HAVE HAD BRAKE DECELERATION ISSUES. THE BRAKES SEEM TO OCCASIONALLY SKIP, THEN LURCH FORWARD AS SOON AS THE BRAKING SYSTEM INITIATES. WHILE I HAVE NOT GOTTEN INTO ANY ACCIDENT, I HAVE BECOME ACCUSTOMED TO BRAKING EARLY IN PREPARATION FOR STO...

Dec 16, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,398 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHEN ENTERING A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD WITHOUT INTENTION. CONSEQUENTLY SHE CRASHED INTO A SIGN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN INSTALLED A SECONDARY HOOK TO SECURE THE FLOOR-MAT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50398....

Dec 16, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,398 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHEN ENTERING A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD WITHOUT INTENTION. CONSEQUENTLY SHE CRASHED INTO A SIGN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN INSTALLED A SECONDARY HOOK TO SECURE THE FLOOR-MAT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50398....

Nov 4, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE HE WAS ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES AT 5 MPH THE PEDAL FELL TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD OVER A STONE LEDGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP , BUT THE TECHNICIANS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE, THEREFORE THEY COULD NOT PR...

Nov 4, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 39,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ENGINE WOULD OCCASIONALLY REV MAKING BRAKING MORE FORCEFUL. HE SPECULATED THAT THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATE...

Nov 4, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 39,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ENGINE WOULD OCCASIONALLY REV MAKING BRAKING MORE FORCEFUL. HE SPECULATED THAT THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATE...

Nov 4, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE HE WAS ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES AT 5 MPH THE PEDAL FELL TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD OVER A STONE LEDGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP , BUT THE TECHNICIANS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE, THEREFORE THEY COULD NOT PR...

Nov 4, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 39,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ENGINE WOULD OCCASIONALLY REV MAKING BRAKING MORE FORCEFUL. HE SPECULATED THAT THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATE...

Nov 4, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 39,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ENGINE WOULD OCCASIONALLY REV MAKING BRAKING MORE FORCEFUL. HE SPECULATED THAT THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATE...

Oct 7, 2009 Structure 500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. MICE ENTERED THE VEHICLE ENGINE AND CHEWED THE WIRE RELAY. AS A CONSEQUENCE, WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE IT WAS IN LIMP MODE; WHICH CAUSED SUDDEN VEHICLE DECELERATION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS ...

Oct 7, 2009 Structure 500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. MICE ENTERED THE VEHICLE ENGINE AND CHEWED THE WIRE RELAY. AS A CONSEQUENCE, WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE IT WAS IN LIMP MODE; WHICH CAUSED SUDDEN VEHICLE DECELERATION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS ...

Sep 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 41,212 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO EXIT A PARKING SPACE, THE ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS THAT HE PURCHASED IN 2007 CAUSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO STICK. AS A CONSEQUENCE HE CRASHED INTO SEVERAL TREES. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED. HE AND TH...

Sep 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 41,212 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO EXIT A PARKING SPACE, THE ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS THAT HE PURCHASED IN 2007 CAUSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO STICK. AS A CONSEQUENCE HE CRASHED INTO SEVERAL TREES. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED. HE AND TH...

Aug 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE ROTORS WERE RUSTING AND THE PADS WERE WORN DUE TO THE WINTER WEATHER. THE BRAKE PADS, ROTORS, AND CALIPERS HAD RUST ON THEM AND THEY WERE STUCK TOGETHER DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER. WHEN ENGAGING THE BRAKE PEDAL THERE WAS...

Aug 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE ROTORS WERE RUSTING AND THE PADS WERE WORN DUE TO THE WINTER WEATHER. THE BRAKE PADS, ROTORS, AND CALIPERS HAD RUST ON THEM AND THEY WERE STUCK TOGETHER DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER. WHEN ENGAGING THE BRAKE PEDAL THERE WAS...

Aug 13, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 9,721 mi

MY ACCELERATOR PEDAL GOT CAUGHT BETWEEN MY TOES AND BOTTOM OF MY FOOT AND THE BOTTOM OF AN OPEN-TOED SHOE AND I COULD NOT PULL MYSELF FREE TO STOP MY CAR AND I RAN INTO A STOPPED CAR IN FRONT OF ME AT AN INTERSECTION, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO ANOTHER CAR. I WAS TRAVELING VERY SLOWLY, BUT MY ACTIVITY I...

Aug 13, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 9,721 mi

MY ACCELERATOR PEDAL GOT CAUGHT BETWEEN MY TOES AND BOTTOM OF MY FOOT AND THE BOTTOM OF AN OPEN-TOED SHOE AND I COULD NOT PULL MYSELF FREE TO STOP MY CAR AND I RAN INTO A STOPPED CAR IN FRONT OF ME AT AN INTERSECTION, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO ANOTHER CAR. I WAS TRAVELING VERY SLOWLY, BUT MY ACTIVITY I...

Jun 15, 2009 Tires

AT 22,356 MILES I HAD TO REPLACE ALL 4 TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE THE BRAND WAS TOYO TIRES. *TR

Jun 15, 2009 Tires

AT 22,356 MILES I HAD TO REPLACE ALL 4 TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE THE BRAND WAS TOYO TIRES. *TR

Mar 31, 2009 Tires 12,375 mi

TOOK CAR FOR SERVICE AND WAS TOLD THAT AT 12,500 MILES THE TIRES ON OUR 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER WHERE WORN OUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED THE TIRES ARE A TOYO TRANPATH A11 225 70 R 16. *TR

Mar 31, 2009 Tires 12,375 mi

TOOK CAR FOR SERVICE AND WAS TOLD THAT AT 12,500 MILES THE TIRES ON OUR 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER WHERE WORN OUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED THE TIRES ARE A TOYO TRANPATH A11 225 70 R 16. *TR

Nov 24, 2008 Air Bags Crash 29,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STRUCK A CURB, CROSSED THE MEDIAN, AND CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BUMPER AND D...

Nov 24, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 29,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STRUCK A CURB, CROSSED THE MEDIAN, AND CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BUMPER AND D...

Nov 24, 2008 Air Bags Crash 29,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STRUCK A CURB, CROSSED THE MEDIAN, AND CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BUMPER AND D...

Nov 24, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 29,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STRUCK A CURB, CROSSED THE MEDIAN, AND CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BUMPER AND D...

Oct 11, 2008 Tires 19,800 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH THE REAR TIRE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE FELL APART. THE TIRE SEPARATED AT THE SIDE WALL. MY WIFE MANAGED TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DEALER WAS NO HELP. WE FEEL THAT THESE TIRES ARE UNSAFE AND WANT TO REPLA...

Oct 11, 2008 Tires 19,800 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH THE REAR TIRE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE FELL APART. THE TIRE SEPARATED AT THE SIDE WALL. MY WIFE MANAGED TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DEALER WAS NO HELP. WE FEEL THAT THESE TIRES ARE UNSAFE AND WANT TO REPLA...

Jul 8, 2008 Electrical System 10,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH THE 12-VOLT BATTERY IN HER VEHICLE. ON AT LEAST TEN OCCASIONS, THE 12-VOLT BATTERY WOULD NOT START. THE CONTACT WOULD ATTEMPT TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT THE IGNITION WOULD NOT TURN OVER. SHE HEAR...

Jul 8, 2008 Electrical System 10,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH THE 12-VOLT BATTERY IN HER VEHICLE. ON AT LEAST TEN OCCASIONS, THE 12-VOLT BATTERY WOULD NOT START. THE CONTACT WOULD ATTEMPT TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT THE IGNITION WOULD NOT TURN OVER. SHE HEAR...

May 23, 2008 Tires

TIRE WENT FLAT DUE TO FAILURE OR BREAKDOWN OF SIDE WALL. *TR

May 23, 2008 Tires

TIRE WENT FLAT DUE TO FAILURE OR BREAKDOWN OF SIDE WALL. *TR

May 9, 2008 Equipment 45,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WITH 45,000 MILE ON IT. UNPROTECTED AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER DAMAGED BY ROAD DEBRIS - COST ME $1300 TO FIX AT DEALER. I FOUND OTHER HIGHLANDER OWNERS ON INTERNET WITH IDENTICAL PROBLEM. ALSO APPEARS TO BE PROBLEM ON TOYOTA COROLLA (TOYOTA ISSUED TSB AC002-06 ON THIS...

May 9, 2008 Equipment 45,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WITH 45,000 MILE ON IT. UNPROTECTED AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER DAMAGED BY ROAD DEBRIS - COST ME $1300 TO FIX AT DEALER. I FOUND OTHER HIGHLANDER OWNERS ON INTERNET WITH IDENTICAL PROBLEM. ALSO APPEARS TO BE PROBLEM ON TOYOTA COROLLA (TOYOTA ISSUED TSB AC002-06 ON THIS...

Apr 14, 2008 Fuel System, Other 26,900 mi

SLOW THROTTLE RESPONSE UPON TAKE-OFFS. CAN BE HAZARDOUS IN A NEED TO QUICKLY GET OUT OF A SITUATION FROM A STANDING STOP OR SLOW ROLLING TAKE OFF. *TR

Apr 14, 2008 Fuel System, Other 26,900 mi

SLOW THROTTLE RESPONSE UPON TAKE-OFFS. CAN BE HAZARDOUS IN A NEED TO QUICKLY GET OUT OF A SITUATION FROM A STANDING STOP OR SLOW ROLLING TAKE OFF. *TR

Jan 13, 2008 Power Train 18,090 mi

TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO SHIFT AT RANDOM TIMES. AT A STOP IT WILL NOT ENGAGE IMMEDIATELY AND THE HIGHLANDER WILL COAST TO SPEED, AT OTHER TIMES I TOUCH THE ACCELERATOR AND THE CAR LAUNCH OFF LIKE A RACE CAR. WHEN COASTING IT SEEMS TO SHIFT AT RANDOM TIMES AND SOME TIMES SPEED UP WHEN I WANT TO SLOW D...

Jan 13, 2008 Power Train 18,090 mi

TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO SHIFT AT RANDOM TIMES. AT A STOP IT WILL NOT ENGAGE IMMEDIATELY AND THE HIGHLANDER WILL COAST TO SPEED, AT OTHER TIMES I TOUCH THE ACCELERATOR AND THE CAR LAUNCH OFF LIKE A RACE CAR. WHEN COASTING IT SEEMS TO SHIFT AT RANDOM TIMES AND SOME TIMES SPEED UP WHEN I WANT TO SLOW D...

Dec 14, 2007 Electrical System 1,995 mi

SLOW INTERMITTENT DRAIN ON TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2007 AUXILIARY BATTERY. SINCE APRIL 2007, THE BATTERY HAS DIED 5 TIMES. DEALER REPLACED WITH NEW BATTERY, NEW DVD PLAYER BUT STILL CANNOT IDENTIFY THE SOURCE OF THE BATTERY DRAW. *TR

Dec 14, 2007 Electrical System 1,995 mi

SLOW INTERMITTENT DRAIN ON TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2007 AUXILIARY BATTERY. SINCE APRIL 2007, THE BATTERY HAS DIED 5 TIMES. DEALER REPLACED WITH NEW BATTERY, NEW DVD PLAYER BUT STILL CANNOT IDENTIFY THE SOURCE OF THE BATTERY DRAW. *TR

Nov 27, 2007 Electrical System 5,000 mi

WHEN TRAVELING DOWN HILL FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME THE BATTERIES CHARGE AND THEN START TO EMIT NOXIOUS FUMES INTO THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. (OZONE I THINK.) ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WE HAVE HAD TO ROLL THE WINDOWS DOWN OR STOP AND EXIT THE VEHICLE TO ALLOW THE FUMES TO CLEAR. THE LOCAL DEALER SAYS THAT...

Nov 27, 2007 Electrical System 5,000 mi

WHEN TRAVELING DOWN HILL FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME THE BATTERIES CHARGE AND THEN START TO EMIT NOXIOUS FUMES INTO THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. (OZONE I THINK.) ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WE HAVE HAD TO ROLL THE WINDOWS DOWN OR STOP AND EXIT THE VEHICLE TO ALLOW THE FUMES TO CLEAR. THE LOCAL DEALER SAYS THAT...

Oct 28, 2007 Tires 6,341 mi

NOTIFIED BY FELLOW TRAVELER THAT TIRE WAS LOW. CHECKED DASH FOR WARNING LIGHT - NO WARNING. TOOK AUTO TO TIRE DEALERSHIP. MADE ME REPLACE TIRE - TOLD IT WAS UNSAFE. SAID SENSORS WERE REQUIRED IN AUTO AS OF 2006. HAD SENSOR IN PREVIOUS HIGHLANDER. CALLED TOYOTA. TOLD BY TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE THAT HYBR...

Oct 28, 2007 Tires 6,341 mi

NOTIFIED BY FELLOW TRAVELER THAT TIRE WAS LOW. CHECKED DASH FOR WARNING LIGHT - NO WARNING. TOOK AUTO TO TIRE DEALERSHIP. MADE ME REPLACE TIRE - TOLD IT WAS UNSAFE. SAID SENSORS WERE REQUIRED IN AUTO AS OF 2006. HAD SENSOR IN PREVIOUS HIGHLANDER. CALLED TOYOTA. TOLD BY TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE THAT HYBR...

Sep 30, 2007 Electrical System 3,062 mi

WAS PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE UNDER 5 MPH AND THERE WAS A SUDDEN SURGE FORWARD AND THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. WENT OVER CURB THROUGH BUSHES OFF ANOTHER CURB HITTING UNDERNEATH OF CAR AND BRAKES THEN WORKED AGAIN. CAR WAS TOWED TO DEALER WHERE THEY DROVE IT PUT IT ON A MACHINE AND FOUND NOTHING WRONG...

Sep 30, 2007 Electrical System 3,062 mi

WAS PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE UNDER 5 MPH AND THERE WAS A SUDDEN SURGE FORWARD AND THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. WENT OVER CURB THROUGH BUSHES OFF ANOTHER CURB HITTING UNDERNEATH OF CAR AND BRAKES THEN WORKED AGAIN. CAR WAS TOWED TO DEALER WHERE THEY DROVE IT PUT IT ON A MACHINE AND FOUND NOTHING WRONG...

Jul 26, 2007 Electrical System 50 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE CANNOT SEE THE SPEEDOMETER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DURING THE DAYTIME. HE STATED THAT THE LENSES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ARE TINTED, WHICH HE BELIEVES IS THE REASON FOR THE POOR VISIBILITY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD ...

Jul 26, 2007 Electrical System 50 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE CANNOT SEE THE SPEEDOMETER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DURING THE DAYTIME. HE STATED THAT THE LENSES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ARE TINTED, WHICH HE BELIEVES IS THE REASON FOR THE POOR VISIBILITY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD ...

Jul 16, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 48,239 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED WITH STALLING CONCERNS CUSTOMER STATES THAT THE CARS IDLE SPEED CONTROL VALVE AND IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE HAD TO BE REPLACED**CC

Jul 16, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 48,239 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED WITH STALLING CONCERNS CUSTOMER STATES THAT THE CARS IDLE SPEED CONTROL VALVE AND IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE HAD TO BE REPLACED**CC

Jun 13, 2007 Electrical System 37 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING IN THE SUNLIGHT, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ARE DIFFICULT TO READ. THE MANUFACTURER INFORMED THE CONTACT TO HAVE THE DEALER TEST THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD BE UNABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE BECAUSE THAT IS HOW IT WAS M...

Jun 13, 2007 Electrical System 37 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING IN THE SUNLIGHT, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ARE DIFFICULT TO READ. THE MANUFACTURER INFORMED THE CONTACT TO HAVE THE DEALER TEST THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD BE UNABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE BECAUSE THAT IS HOW IT WAS M...

Apr 9, 2007 Trailer Hitches 41 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHEN PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT ALSO PURCHASED A TOWING PACKAGE WHICH INCLUDES A HITCH. THE DEALER DID NOT HAVE THE HITCH IN STOCK AND THE CONTACT WAS SENT TO ANOTHER STORE TO RETRIEVE THE PART. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A BILL FOR THE HITCH. THE ...

Apr 9, 2007 Trailer Hitches 41 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHEN PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT ALSO PURCHASED A TOWING PACKAGE WHICH INCLUDES A HITCH. THE DEALER DID NOT HAVE THE HITCH IN STOCK AND THE CONTACT WAS SENT TO ANOTHER STORE TO RETRIEVE THE PART. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A BILL FOR THE HITCH. THE ...

Dec 15, 2006 Electrical System 473 mi

HYBRID INVERTER FAILURE. *NM

Dec 15, 2006 Electrical System 473 mi

HYBRID INVERTER FAILURE. *NM

Dec 13, 2006 Power Train 800 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER - UNCONTROLLED TRANSMISSION SURGES CAUSE VEHICLE TO MOVE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. TRANSMISSION ALWAYS SHIFTING DOWN TO 5TH GEAR AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS, PUSHING CAR FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN NOT DESIRED. TAKING FOOT OFF GAS PEDAL, CAR MAINTAINS SPEED (LIKE ON CRUISE CONTROL). CAR ...

Dec 13, 2006 Power Train 800 mi

2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER - UNCONTROLLED TRANSMISSION SURGES CAUSE VEHICLE TO MOVE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. TRANSMISSION ALWAYS SHIFTING DOWN TO 5TH GEAR AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS, PUSHING CAR FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN NOT DESIRED. TAKING FOOT OFF GAS PEDAL, CAR MAINTAINS SPEED (LIKE ON CRUISE CONTROL). CAR ...