Complaint: 2006 base highlander, fwd, 4 cylinders. Brake system (vsc, trac off, ABS & brake) and TPMS lights on, disabling safety features. 1)TPMS flashing light. Issue may have been in-process since day 1. It regularly came on, reset by dealers and eventually showed us how to reset ourselves. 2)brake system lights. All (4) came on, diagnosed as left rear wheel sensor. Dealer quoted cost: $1000. Replacement didn't work, wound up replacing wheel hub assembly pigtail. Lasted two (2) weeks, re-diagnosed as ABS pump/control module assembly. Dealer quoted cost: $2500. While this itself is ridiculous, the repair costs would exceed 1/8th (13%) the cost of the vehicle new! Now, in 2014, it's approximately (50%) of the current vehicles value. This issue has recently resulted in screeching to a halt in dangerous traffic. It essentially negates the star safety system features, for various environmental and driving conditions. This issue cannot be ignored any longer, since it's the topic on numerous web site forums and inquiries and even salvaged used parts are being sold by many sites for this problem. Recompense: remuneration of expenses to date and future repairs to correct this problem is requested. Review of tsb and/or investigation into recall campaign to fix all affected vehicles.
2006 Toyota Highlander brakes complaints
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After the date of the crash the car is failing to stop properly. The car will bump constantly before a complete stop. It is unsafe to use the car at higher speed or in sudden stop situations. It is also making a constant noise when the pedal is depressed. I took the car to a local hybrid shop and the diagnostic was quick in just minutes. They said it is a common problem with all toyota hybrids. Toyota is aware of the problems but not assuming responsibility. They said that part should last for the life of every car but not for the hybrids. It was a bad design and toyota has a technical bulletin for just diagnose but not repair or prevent. The part cost $2400 including labor. I called toyota pr and make a complaint. They have failed to help me neither they provide status on the complaint.
The vehicle failed to stop when depressing the brake pedal. The pedal suddenly felt 'soft' and the vehicle continued to move. After stomping on the brake again the vehicles' braking system engaged with a jerk and began working normally again. This happened several times over a period of a few days before taking the vehicle into a toyota dealership for repair. Dealership identified a faulty master cylinder and booster assembly - both of which are covered under a limited recall on 2004 - 2006 highlanders. Unfortunately not all 2006 highlanders are covered even though they experience the exact same malfunction.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the brake and ABS warning lights illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle and shut the engine off. The vehicle was able to be restarted but would not shift out of park. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the brake switch would have to be replaced. After the brake switch was replaced, the technician advised that the failure continued and would have to diagnosed a second time. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 29,100.
I went to the dealer related to the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v34200. The dealer check the highlander and said that the recall not apply and did not need to be installed or repair the inverter. The next week ll the panel warning lights turn on(brake, slip, vcs warning, exclamation sing and ABS). Then a return to dealer, they check the highlander. Now they said that the problem is the ABS module. How I can corroborate that my car is not included in the safety recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander. The contact stated the brake pedal extended to the floor when the brakes were applied and the braking distance had increased. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who replaced the master cylinder. The contact stated after the vehicle was repaired the brakes did not feel safe and the vehicle was driven to the dealer. The dealer stated the front brake pads were replaced; however, the contact did not have the front brake pads replaced. The contact stated the master cylinder was still faulty and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 105,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. The contact stated there was a recurring failure in which the vehicle experienced an increased stopping distance when braking at low speeds. In addition, there was a slight hesitation when engaging the brakes before they would respond. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions in which they were unable to diagnose the failure. The rotors were repaired once but did not correct the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 65,623.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v499000 (service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder). An authorized dealer was notified and they informed the contact that the part needed for repairs was on a massive backorder in which a time frame could not be provided for the availability of the part. The contact had not experienced a failure with the vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander. The contact stated that there was no hydraulic pressure on the brake pedal and the pedal traveled too far into the floorboard when depressed. The contact believed that there was either air in the braking system or a defective master cylinder. The problem was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the brakes were bled twice but the failure continued. The contact called the manufacturer who advised him to take the vehicle to the dealer but offered no further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 150 and the current mileage was approximately 35,000.
S10 direct reply - courtesy copy sent to the secretary sent from re the problems experienced with his 2006 toyota highlander. *kb the consumer stated after he hit a bump or just to slow down, it felt as though the brakes were no longer working. In addition, he experienced an extraordinary noise from the front brakes whenever the brake pedal was depressed. The consumer was told it was a typical sound from the brakes for his model/year vehicle. *jb updated 11/12/10.
For approximately 2-3 days (june 23-25) was experiencing honk when pushing brake pedal, almost constant tick of the ABS actuator and stuttering at stops in 2006 toyota highlander (54,540 miles). Took to own mechanic with diagnostic of faulty ABS actuator. Hoping part was covered under warranty made appointment with toyota dealer for service. Before made it to appointment was driving forward when all dash lights and alarms for ABS & traction control went off. Upon pushing the brake pedal it was very soft requiring multiple pumps before vehicle slowed. Called for tow to dealership. They confirmed ABS actuator needed replaced and vehicle unsafe to drive. Part replaced at owner's expense. My research has revealed other toyota vehicles, land cruiser, of similar year have same problem. Service director of toyota and own mechanic said part generally expected to last life of vehicle if not well beyond the 4 year life of my vehicle.
2006 toyota highlander hybrid. On bumpy road surface it feels like the brakes give way for a second before reengaging. At the dealership I have been told that there is nothing wrong, but toyota did recall newer prius for the very same reason. The brakes do reengage, but the delay is alarming long and very disconcerting. This has happened repeatedly over the past few years that I've owned the car and I have reported it to the dealership every time I go in for regularly scheduled service, but with no satisfactory response.
2006 toyota highlander hybrid. Problem exists when braking. There is a significant delay when braking at speed. Seems to occur when you are going over bumpy surfaces.
We have a recurring problem with the braking system in our 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. Occasionally, when we are traveling below 40 MPH and hit a bump, it feels like the brakes stop working for 1 - 2 seconds. It is very disconcerting, but so far has not caused any accidents. It is difficult to replicate, so the dealership has taken no action on it.
When braking our 2006 toyota highlander the brakes seem to catch then release, catch and release. This is on dry pavement. The local toyota dealer service says this is normal operation and is because the battery recharging mechanism is taking over. This may be true but I am of the opinion that there is something wrong. When you apply the brakes and it reacts in the way it does you tend to want to easy up on the brakes because the car lurches a bit but that is the wrong thing to do!
Wife was backing up a 2006 toyota highlander limited into the garage which she has been doing since the car was new. Car started to accelerate and she could not stop it. It went through the back wall of the garage destroying the garage wall and the vehicle.
Basics are the wheel on my 2006 innova split inhalf while driving down the road at 25kph. Innova was maintaned by toyota so improper wheel installation would also be their problem. This wheel was recalled in vietnam around dec. 2009, a mechanic at toyota of philippines has told me toyota knew of the bad philippine wheels but they could not track them and same wheels may be in the USA! For a longer story as to what has happened and what toyota has not done can be found on my old site. Www.filipinavisa.com/innova I am a retired faa wg-4749 so am well versed on metal fatigue and much more. I am also a 100% service connected vet. There are no proper testing labs in the philippines. Please go to the above link to really understand what is ongoing. Your form does not list the proper model so I had to select what you have.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. The contact was driving at approximately 40 MPH when he noticed that, although he depressed the brake pedal while driving over a bump in the road, the vehicle did not slow down. He also experienced the same brake failure when on flat pavement. Another driver of the vehicle also noticed the brake problem. The contact called the manufacturer and was told that they could not assist him with the repair costs. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000. The current mileage was approximately 43,000.
2006 toyota highlander: I have problems with the brakes. At slower speeds, the brakes seem to 'release' and then engage, almost like a little skip or coast before engaging. This has happened numerous times, the dealer could not replicate this, but both my husband and I have experienced this problem several times since we bought this car. We thought it was a hybrid 'feature', but looking online, others have noticed this too.
This is an on-going occurrance. I own a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid that is having brake problems. When I press on the brake pedal my vehicle will lunge forward for a brief moment and then engage the brakes. If I would be close enough to another vehicle I would end up rear-ending the vechile in front of me.
Hybrid brakes slip when hitting a bump, similar to what is reported with the 2010 prius. We have a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. Have had this issue since purchasing the car in july 2005. Seems like you are braking fine, hit a bump while braking and momentarily lose braking.
My highlander hybrid 06 seems to have a low braking power mostly at low speeds and it slip, I tried to shift to n and that doesn't solve the problem. Note that the problem is frequently happens but not always. And nobody can resolve it.
We have a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid that has had problems with it's braking system. I have had the highlander cause me great worry on five occasions. The occasions are all the same. When I am coming to a stop, and have stopped the car, the highlander will accelerate forward. I have been able to use my brakes to stop the car so far. The incidences have been nerve wracking to say the least. I have called my toyota dealership, and the manager said he has never heard of any problems with my make and year. I know there is a problem. I use my highlander to drive my two young sons to all of their activities. Please help me in reporting this major problem.
We own an 2006 toyota highlander hybrid and we have had times where the breaks appear to cut out for a second when slowing the car to turn a corner. The car will surge ahead while the break is being used during the turn which can be dangerous if you are not expecting it. We have learnt to expect it and take extra caution now when making turns. This has been happening since we bought the car and it happens a few times each week.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. While engaging the brake pedal at speeds of less than 10 MPH downhill or on a ramp, the vehicle responded as if the brakes had failed and lunged forward. Within minutes, the brakes began functioning normally. The dealer was contacted; however, they were unable to duplicate the failure. There were no recalls and no repairs were made to the vehicle. The failure mileage was 29,118 and the current mileage was under 30,000.
When I step on the brake, there is a 1-2 second delay before the brake works. This happens intermittently. No crashes, no injuries, no repair. Consequence: I get frightened the car will not stop. I own a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. This has happened for years.
Brake pedal travel longer towards the floor before it will stop. It feels like it will not stop. Battery drains out after sitting in a garage.
We own a 2006 highlander which we purchased new. It has 18,000 miles on it. When going down our driveway (185 feet at 35 degree slope) when the brakes are activated to stop before entering a cross street, on occasion there is little to no braking. It becomes necessary to quickly pump the brake to accomplish braking. This happens intermittently. Discussions with the toyota dealer resulted in no resolution. The explanation was that the vehicle's collision avoidance system or ABS was sensing the slope as a deceleration and was reacting accordingly. They said there were no reported problems (recalls) pertaining to this issue and we should just continue to be ready to pump the brake or pump them before we start down the driveway.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander. Whenever the contact attempts to apply the brakes at low speeds, the brakes become unresponsive, and the stopping distance increases. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The intermittent failure was diagnosed by the dealer, but still persists. The current mileage was 52,000 and failure mileage was 46,000.
Complete brake failure without warning on three separate episodes in the past two months. Brake master cylinder replaced by dealer. Brakes again serviced by dealer, but I am not aware of what was done. By luck only, the failures occurred in locations where traffic could swerve to avoid hitting us, or we had room to go off of the road and hit a snow bank or coast to a stop.
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