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2008 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (4%)

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2008 Toyota Highlander body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

212000 mi

US $250
Plastic trim on drivers seat with seat controls came loose 

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2008 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

97000 mi

US $300
Sunroof drains clogged. Shop drilled new holes for drainage. 
118500 mi

US $2000
Driver visor no longer stayed up 
55300 mi

US $104
Paint was wearing off on all exterior handles 
105000 mi

US $80
Discussed rust by door handles and around doors - didn't fix 
11000 mi

US $30
Under the drivers side door arm rest cushion is a plastic support piece. This piece cracked. It supports the arm rest cusion from inside the arm rest. 
46000 mi

US $87
Plugged AC condenser hose caused water to seep in and drench front footwells. Dealer cleared the hose and wash/dry carpet. 
54200 mi Door panel rusting at bottom. Dealer will not fix until rusted completely through. Will be covered until 5 year warranty expires in October. 

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2008 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD

66960 mi

€400
Factory default rust points hatchback below tailgate. Toyota would fix that for nothing in USA - but not in Germany... 

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2008 Toyota Highlander Body Problems

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