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2006 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area
Engine (30%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (14%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (8%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 115 repairs.
2006 Toyota Highlander brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (25%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (6%)
< $100 (56%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 152000 mi US $640 |
also front rotors were warped a bit so replaced them and new brake pads |
| 31000 mi C $523 |
Replaced rear brake pads and calipers and refinished rotors. |
| 165800 mi | Reported leak in ABS module - waiting to determine the extent before repairing. Update after sold car: As it turns out it was a very minor leak and never really caused an issue with the brakes. We drove it as it was and no service center ever mentioned it again. |
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD
| 91000 mi US $1600 |
Break actuator fail again in a year. |
| 130000 mi US $1600 |
Brake actuator again |
| 93400 mi $1000 |
My ABS started malfunctioning, driving was ok except for odd noises and choppy brakes at very low speeds. Had to replace the ABS which is very costly at the dealership, so I bought it used instead. |
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| 170000 mi US $350 |
Light stayed on |
| 195500 mi | VSC displayed as well as check ABS. Hissing should has been heard for several months when applying brake unless applied lightly. Nothing done VSC and check ABS went away hasn't reappeared for a month still has hissing sound. |
| 200000 mi US $30 |
Shop determined the VSC module went out. No longer under under recall extended warranty Toyota would not make exception to cover. I am not fixing it as will trade vehicle soon. |
| 38500 mi US $50 |
Purged brake actuator as recommended by Toyota dealer to address actuator squeak issue. Process was not successful. Was informed I need a new actuator at ~$2000 repair cost. |
| 140000 mi US $1200 |
3 of the 4 brake calipers seized. had to replace all pads, rotors, and 3 calipers. |
| 27000 mi | ALL brake warning lights appeared on the dashboard along with "CHECK VSC SYSTEM". I had only manual (push pedal HARD) brakes. Dealer replaced ABS Actuator under warranty and paid 2 days of rental under warranty. |
| 30000 mi | TSB on brake actuator getting air trapped a causing it to clunk during braking. Bleading of the brake system provided a temporary fix, but it will need to be redone again as the noise has returned. |
| 31000 mi | Brake Actuator is still having issues with trapped air causing a malfunction. |
| 35000 mi | Brake Actuator is still having issues with trapped air and Toyota has not fix in place. I have been told it's a non-safety issue and can not be repaired. |
| 22000 mi | VSC light and message on dashboard. Dealer stated "brake accumulator" needed replacing. |
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