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2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems

The most common problem on the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is body and structure. It has fewer complaints than a typical Highlander Hybrid model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
1062 warranty
Worst area
Body

The worst 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Body
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Problems by type

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  • Body
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Defect investigations

Pedestrian alert soundsOpened January 27, 2023, closed August 7, 2023

the federal safety agency received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, the federal safety agency opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified the federal safety agency he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by the federal safety agency regarding the subject matter of the petition.

DP22005

Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 106

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 10, 2022 · Brakes · 36,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated while coming to a complete stop and depressing the brake pedal, he heard abnormal squeaking and rubbing sounds. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted while at a complete stop. The contact stated that upon inspecting under the hood of the vehicle while someone depressed the brake pedal, he noticed that the ABS pump was emitting abnormal humming sounds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ABS pump was defective with an abnormal humming sound. The ABS also remained running 6 seconds after the brake pedal was released. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.

Filed Nov 15, 2018 · Body · 36 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 toyota highlander hybrid. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the chrome trim on the dashboard significantly reduced the driver's visibility on several occasions. The contact stated that the view of the front side mirrors were obstructed by a shiny glare that created a blinding effect. The contact stated that the lack of visibility became more prominent and persistent in the front driver's side mirror when the sun was present. Stevinson toyota west (780 denver west colorado mills blvd, lakewood, colorado 80401, (720) 259-2544) was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to an independent body repair shop. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 36.

Filed Sep 30, 2018 · 850 miles · NY · crash

The brakes failed when backing up at about 4 MPH. Car didn't stop until it hit a tree. Braking assist didn't work. Two feet on brakes could not stop the car.

Filed Jul 9, 2018 · Engine · 6,000 miles · VA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 toyota highlander hybrid. While the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, the contact was notified by the fairfax fire marshall that the vehicle spontaneously caught fire. The contact was informed that the fire started on the passenger side of the engine compartment. There were no injuries and a fire report was filed. The contact called a local dealer (priority toyota springfield, 7601 loisdale rd, springfield, va 22150 (703) 269-1400) and was made aware of the failure, but informed the contact to call the insurance company. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 6,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jul 2, 2018 · Fuel system, Wheels · 10 miles · CA

Vehicle is due for an inspection after 5000 miles. A certified inspection is to be performed by new owner (xxxx) at an approved ca inspection site. Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

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Questions about the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Is the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, fewer than a typical Highlander Hybrid model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have?

No recalls on record.

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