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2016 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area

Engine (3%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (18%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (9%)

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2016 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

I had 125 miles on the car and the transmission jolted...I couldn't get the car past 1st gear (auto trans) . They towed it to the dealer. Check engine light was on. Dealer said it was 1.5 quarts low on trans fluid. This car was brand new. 
134000 mi

US $421
Passenger-side CV boot torn; CV joint beginning to click when in reverse and steering wheel moved all the way to left. Tire Kingdom replaced entire passenger CV axle with OEM part. 

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2016 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

48000 mi water pump replaced 

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2016 Toyota Highlander Transmission Problems

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