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2010 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area

Engine (8%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (23%)

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2010 Toyota Highlander suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (18%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (9%)

< $100 (55%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Toyota Highlander

Engine not specified

29000 mi Bearing worn out. Replaced under warranty. 

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2010 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

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

47120 mi

$800
Steering column was replaced after identifying extreme wear in a joint. 
63840 mi

$1500
Steering column noise first occurred in 2015. After dealer analysis, replacement of steering column was necessary and done. In early March, steering column noise appeared again which required replacement of parts again. 
104200 mi Intermediate Shaft replaced due to popping/knocking when turning at low speeds 
87000 mi

US $400
Struts were worn out so that car suspension felt wobbly on bumps Lower steering shaft needed to be replaced. Steering shaft would "clunk" when steering wheel was turned at very slow speed. This is a common problem reported on the internet (there is a TSB and Toyota redesigned the shaft) 

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2010 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

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

24000 mi Strut leaking, replace strut.  
31000 mi Front shocks leak 

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2010 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD

68900 mi

US $1800
Replaced right & left bushings 
16000 mi noises from the wheel area. Dealer was not able to replicate, so we don't know what the exact problem was/is. 
26000 mi steering became much looser over a very short period of time. dealer could not find anything wrong. 

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2010 Toyota Highlander Suspension Problems

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