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2012 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area

Engine (10%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (13%)

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2012 Toyota Highlander brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (63%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

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

111700 mi

US $420
Brought it in to have the tires rotated and a brake component got bent and they needed to replace the brakes for the noise to go away. 
81840 mi

C $150
Replaced rear brakes 
81000 mi

US $300
Replace front and rear brakes. 
95000 mi

US $200
Brake service rear 

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2012 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD

69440 mi

C $950
Front drum has been replace after only 35000 KM! 
105400 mi

C $2100
Had to replace complete caliber and disk on 4 wheel 
129580 mi

C $700
Change break disk on allnwhell 

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2012 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

66000 mi

US $350
All 4 brake pads 

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2012 Toyota Highlander Brake Problems

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