Tl* the contact owned a 2008 toyota highlander. Water leaked into the vehicle's cabin on the driver's side causing the rugs to become drenched an independent mechanic determined that the vehicle's draining system for the sunroof was clogged the contact was concerned about her shoes getting wet and applying the wrong pedal while driving, causing an accident the contact opened the driver's side door and noticed that the carpet was drenched. The vehicle was purchased in january 2020. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer, but an independent mechanic that determined that the water was entering the cabin through the sunroof. The channel that drained the sunroof was cleared, but that did not correct the issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 144,450.
2008 Toyota Highlander visibility problems
16 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 76,000.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 76,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Windshield2
- Sun/moon roof assembly2
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Toyota Highlander visibility problems in other years
Related recalls
Visibility: power window devices and controls
- What is wrong
- Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
- Risk
- If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑800‑331‑4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
Recall number 15V689000 · Recall details
Visibility: power window devices and controls
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
- Risk
- If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1‑800‑331‑4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches as necessary. Those owners may contact Pontiac Customer Care at 1‑800‑762‑2737.
Recall number 12V491000 · Recall details
What 2008 Toyota Highlander owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The driver side sunvisor will not stay up out of place when not needed. When driver is driving especially if brakes are used the visor falls blocking view and is quite dangerous. Visor will not stay up.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota highlander. The contact stated that the front driver side window would sometimes not function properly and there was a burning odor when utilized. There were no warning indicators illuminated before the failure. The vehicle was taken to steve landers toyota (10825 colonel glenn rd, little rock, ar 72204) where it was diagnosed that the power window master switch failed and was not covered under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v689000 (visibility), but the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Sun visor doe not stay up.
The driver side sun visor will not stay locked in the up position and therefore partially blocks the drivers vision while driving the vehicle.
I have the sun visor on my toyota highlander that has fallen down and it doesn't stay up at all anymore. I am a single mother with three children and find this very unsafe because it obstructs my vision also when I look to the right or left I constantly hit my forehead on the visor that is constantly on the way. It is a hazard to me and my 3 children.
My windshield wiper defroster started to crackle and smoke. I turned it off and back on and it started to do it again.
Driver side sun visor defective - it does not stay in up position, drops down suddenly & blocking the visibility of the road; dealer said it is a common issue but not enough complains for a recall. This is an accident prone issue that will cut off the driver's visibility suddenly.
The driver side sun visor keeps falling down. It does not stay up and impairs driver vision.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota highlander. The contact stated that white particles were emitted through the ventilation system while the climate control was actived. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic or the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.
Questions about the 2008 Toyota Highlander visibility
Does the 2008 Toyota Highlander have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the visibility of the 2008 Toyota Highlander, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2008 Toyota Highlander visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 76,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Toyota Highlander visibility?
Yes, 2 recalls: 15V689000, 12V491000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Toyota Highlander have the most visibility problems?
The Toyota Highlander model years with the most visibility complaints are 2002 (139 complaints), 2010 (42 complaints) and 2011 (36 complaints).
Other 2008 Toyota Highlander problems
Brakes 82Engine 76Airbags 58Acceleration 45Electrical 44Steering 40Tires 25Transmission 18Driver assistance 15Fuel system 15Body 11Seat belts 9Wheels 6Suspension 5Lights 3Seats 3Locks 2
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