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.
The worst 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Body1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
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.
- Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies are covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited...
- Obsolete notice
- This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries
- Condition in which a musty odor is present
- Some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using Bluetooth Hands Free
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- Condition in which the brake, ABS, and/or TRAC warning lights are on and/or a Check VSC message displays
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
What 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
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.
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.
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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