My wife owns a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. Like the prius, this car will occasionally experience a momentary pause in its braking sequence as it switches from its regenerative braking system to its hydraulic one. How often does this happen? It is infrequent, occurring approximately once weekly or so. Nevertheless, it is noticeable. To date, we have not had an accident due to this glitch, but I am concerned that, eventually, it might. The pause is very short--a second or less.
2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid brakes complaints
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I have a toyota highlander hybrid purchased jan 2006. Periodically I experience brake surging as I've read described by prius owners. This is a random event that occurs when first applying the brake. I've reported it several times to my dealer and the reply is "toyota says there is no problem with the brakes." the last time was two weeks ago. Since toyota has a fix for the prius I hope you'll will encourage them to address the highlander hybrid problem. By the way, I am an engineer and recognize a problem when I experience it.
My 2006 toyota highlander hybrid has a persistent problem with the brakes. The problem resembles that reported by prius drivers. Specifically when I am riding the brakes, on an downhill, as I approach a stop, etc, if I hit a pothole or a bump in the road the brakes suddenly release and the vehicle feels like it is lurching forward for a moment. It is a frightening sensation of losing control. This problem happens on a daily basis. I live at the top of a steep hill and experience the problem everytime I leave home. It has not caused an accident but I believe it could in an emergency stopping situation.
I have experienced many instances of loss of braking power, particularly while traveling on an incline, decline, or over an uneven surface. I have complained of this problem since I began driving the vehicle in 2006. When attempting to stop on one of these surfaces, there is a momentary loss of braking power and the SUV seems to lurch forward for an instant before braking power returns and the vehicle stops.
In our 2006 highlander hybrid we have had a repeated feeling that the brakes are giving way. The problem has been present for the 10 months we've owned this vehicle. The condition seems to occur regardless of conditions. I don't notice it after hitting a bump like is reported with other toyotas. This problem seems to resolve itself within a moment or two of the give way. It definitely is a concern when braking in traffic at a red light or coming down a hill to a stop. There is definitely a greater chance for rear-ending the vehicle in front of us when this occurs. I would estimate that this has happened weekly, if not daily. So far, the problem doesn't seem to be getting worse - it's just something you can count on. I've seen this problem reported on multiple car forums. It's also been described as a lurch, feeling of brief acceleration, give-way, brake gap and others. I haven't read anywhere yet that toyota has a fix for this problem. Would like info if there is.
On numerous occasions both my wife and I have experienced a momentary loss of braking while going over bumps on a nearby street to our house. It only happens for a second or two and then normal slowing continues.
I am the owner of a 2006 highlander hybrid. I have experienced the same brake conditions as caused the recent recall, specifically, the brakes "skip" when braking at speeds less than 25 MPH when they switch from regen to regular braking. This is very dangerous as the car does not continue to slow down at the same rate and I have almost hit the car in front of me several times. This seems to be a very common condition and may be more frequent when hitting a sharp bump, but it happens once or twice a day in all conditions.
I own two 2006 toyota highlander hybrids. After hearing about the braking recall issued recently for the prius, we are now both 100% sure that the same problem exists in both of our vehicles. The vehicle will suddenly lunge forward for about a second when braking, especially when the road surface is bumpy. We had previously written it off to our imagination, but the problem definitely exists in the 2006 highlander hybrid. Wondering when the recall will be...
My highlander hybrid (2006) was only a few months old when an incident occurred where my brakes failed to stop the vehicle as anticipated in a normal distance causing me to bump the car in front of me (no injuries). I thought my foot had slipped off the brake momentarily. However, I discovered this to be an occurrence under certain conditions - typically 25mph or less and hitting a bump. I contacted the dealer service department and the manager indicated he was aware that some owners were experiencing similar occurrences. The sensation is like the braking friction suddenly "slips" causing the vehicle to stop at a further distance than anticipated. I've sense found that there is a sudden transition from hybrid regen braking to standard hydraulic braking. Some have indicated that it might be related to the ABS system. When contacted by a toyota rep about the problem he simply indicated that it didn't exist. This was not true since the dealer mechanic knew of the problem back then. And, as recently as last week I spoke to a mechanic who serviced my car at the toyota dealer and he acknowledged that the problem is reported by other owners. A disappointing response. Now we find that the prius hybrid is producing similar eccentricities in braking. Toyota should have included all hybrids that have this problem in their recall repair.
2006 highlander hybrid 4wd. Surge when braking and going over bumps. Since 2007, on many repeated occasions, when I go over bumpy roads and braking, I have been experiencing a slight acceleration surge when braking. Every time I bring my highlander into the toyota dealer I ask if they know about the problem, what causes it, and if there is any service information or bulletin on it. Form notes>>I checked service brakes..this applies to the regular braking system-this term is not clear. As to what mileage--this is a continuing ongoing problem so there is no way to indicate that answer in your boxes. Similarly this has happened at a wide range of speeds, 15-35 MPH so your form does not provide a way to indicate that.
Toyota highlander hybrid 2006 model has had momentary failure of brakes on at least 4 occasions over last 2 years.
Please do not limit your brake investigation to new priuses. We have a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid that has extra brake fading when braking on bumpy surfaces. One particular street is very ruff at the bottom of a hill where we brake to make a right turn, and on this street the brakes always feel like they are "letting go" but if you keep pressing the pedal the vehicle does slow down. We have never had an accident due to this behavior, we have just grown accustomed to this quirk.
My highlander hybrid 2006 model has trouble with slippage when I brake. I notice it mainly at low speed, leaving my neighborhood in the morning. It is happening a lot lately, and this could be because of the cold weather we are having in charlotte (based on what I have read in the forums, cold weather could be a factor). This has been happening for a very long time, but I am noticing that this is happening a lot more often lately.
2006 toyota highlander hybrid- a delay when the brakes were pressed in cold conditions and on some bumpy roads.
2006 toyota highlander hybrid brakes malfunction on rough roads, rain, bumps. This happens everyday to and from work or driving around town. Toyota said this is how a hybrid drives, no action taken by toyota. I drive slow to avoid accidents.
I have a toyota highlander hybrid and have been experiencing inconsistent brake feel since the time I bought this vehicle. The vehicle just goes forward at times when you apply the brake as if there is no brake, it happens only for a second or 2 but I almost had had a few accidents because of this. I have complained to the dealership and also to toyota and nothing has been done. The dealership dismisses my claims saying there is nothing wrong and it's the ABS and since I cannot recreate it at the dealership its been a tough. It is the exact same issues as mentioned with prius.
Brake hesitation similar to 2010 toyota prius.
We purchased a new 2006 highlander hybrid in june of 2006. The problem we have encountered is when the car is slowing down when braked and the rear end gets bounced by rough pavement. The brakes will fade and the stopping takes a few feet longer than expected. We took the car back to the dealer "kerry toyota", and were told that they did not find any problems. We will both say that the panic "heavy brake pedal" braking mode on this vehicle is amazing and works quite well. We love this car and have adjusted to it; but with anticipated longer stops on rough roads, or potholes! We like the car so well that we recently purchased the 2010 prius. After the 1st servicing of the prius, we did notice a high pitched squeal in the rear brakes. We are anxiously awaiting solutions to the toyota braking problems that have been reported by their customers.
2006 toyota highlander hybrid. Problem with non linear hand off from regenerative braking to regular braking that occurs routinely. I was told that it was nothing to worry about, but now see that ford has a recall of its hybrids with similar problem. Do other highlander owners have a similar problem? Is this at all related to the currently reported 2010 prius braking problems?
Braking problem - 2006 toyota highlander hybrid when applying brakes, electrical regeneration begins. But, if you go over a bump the regeneration drops out. This results in an estimated (by me) 25% reduction in braking power. The driver must then apply additional brake pressure to regain stopping power. This occurs constantly and has been reported numerous times to my dealer. Was told that this is the way it was designed to work.
2006 highlander hybrid exhibits same braking problem described for prius. I owned one for three years and made repeated attempts to have it repaired. I traded on a rav 4 in march 2009. This car has exactly the same problem with jumping forward when braking and hit a pothole etc.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. While driving 20 MPH over a bump in the road and applying the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated. The brakes began operating normally immediately after driving over the bump. The failure has occurred approximately 50 times. The dealer was contacted and stated that was a normal response for a hybrid vehicle. No repairs have been made to the vehicle. The failure mileage was 500 and the current mileage was 51000. Updated 4/5/10 *cn updated 06/04/10
During braking I experienced a "slipping" of the braking system when the car hits rough road or bumps.
2006 toyota highlander hybrid limited 2wd - same symptoms as the just announced prius brake recall. If I am braking and hit a pothole, the brakes relax and I must push much harder to get the same braking force. I have noticed this since my vehicle was new, but have adapted to it. I have not had an accident, but this should be addressed as the fix is likely a software update.
I have a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. Repeatedly since I purchased this vehicle, and as recently as today, I have experienced the exact same type of braking issues now being investigated with respect to the toyota prius. When braking on an uneven or wet surface, the car will jerk forward unexpectedly and I will feel as if the brakes are failing. I have complained to the dealer and to service and they deny the problem.
Multiple instances of momentary loss of braking power on uneven surface. Automobile: 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. Dealer states it is 'normal' and that the newer highlander hybrids have been redesigned.
Purchased 2006 toyota highlander hybrid new in 2006. Complained several times to the dealer that just before coming to a complete stop, the brakes seemed to release and the car surged forward. The dealer insisted that this was normal for hybrids as the electronic braking switched to hydraulic braking and no fix was available. I now have a 2010 prius with a similar problem. I would like to see the toyota highlander included and also investigated for this problem along with the 2010 prius investigation.
During constant braking of my 2006 toyota highlander hybrid (such as when approaching a red light), there is sometimes a momentary, but noticeable failure of the brakes (which causes slight acceleration), before the condition resolves itself on its own. At the moment of failure, it feels as if the brakes are released for a split second and then the condition self-corrects before there is time to react. I have noticed this perhaps 30 times in the nearly three years that I have driven the vehicle. My wife has also noticed this condition. About a year ago I received a service letter from toyota which, I thought, was intended to address this issue. I took the car to the deal to have it serviced, but the problem persists.
Lag between regenerative and hydraulic braking under all conditions.
My 2006 highlander hybrid brakes do not grab immediately when I am driving forward and going over a pot hole or train tracks while braking to reduce my speed. This occurs any time I am in that situation. It is even more noticeable when turning and braking while going over a pot hole or train tracks. I have asked the dealer to check this out 2-3 times. They don't seem to test drive it, just test the brakes and say they are okay.
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