2006 Toyota Highlander Problems and Repair Histories
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2006 Toyota Highlanders for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2006 Toyota Highlander problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2006 Toyota Highlander problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2006 Toyota Highlander problems and repair histories that follow it.
Toyota Highlander Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2006 | Toyota Highlander | 30 Highlanders, 9.2 months of data per Highlander, average 85400 miles13 |
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2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Highlander in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 76000 | 0 | Gas cap improperly closed so the car detected an exhaust leak. Engine and Traction Control lights were on. Once the gas cap was installed properly and the codes reset the lights did not return. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in West Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 197000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 198000 | 1465 | Water pump replacement, including timing belt |
| Sep | 2012 | 204000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 76000 | 80 | Brake pads needed to be replaced at 75000 miles. |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 61000 | 0 | Trans. was intermittently "hard shifting". No codes were set. Mech. was able to replicate by driving vehicle. Toyota covered 100% of repair, out of warranty, as I had brought it in twice previously for same issue with no resolution. |
| Mar | 2013 | 88000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 42160 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 55180 | 90 | Purge valve cleaned |
| Mar | 2013 | 81220 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 15500 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 31000 | 523 | Slight intermittant "clunk" type feeling through the steering wheel, mainly when turning wheel hard over to left and then correcting when backing out of a parking spot. Replaced steering wheel shaft. Replaced rear brake pads and calipers and refinished rotors. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 99000 | 380 | passenger side rear wheel bearing failed. |
| Toyota Highlander in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 56000 | 0 | Problems known at time of purchase and agreed by dealer to be repaired. No cost & loaner supplied. Both rear wheel bearings and spindles replaced, worn. Front brake pads replaced. Water pump leaking. Replaced pump and T-belt. |
| Jun | 2012 | 64000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Toyota Highlander in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | Failure of Hybrid Inverter. | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Highlander in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 45000 | 0 | Replaced hybrid inverter |
| Apr | 2011 | 45000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 50300 | 0 | Tear in leather fixed under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 107000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 53000 | 600 | Repair Front and Rear brakes. This was the first set. Lots of city driving. Mechanics avg 35-40k before first pair. |
| Toyota Highlander in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 36000 | 0 | Adjusted brake pedal for brake light switch to activate. |
| Sep | 2012 | 81000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 79000 | 63 | Dead battery replaced. |
| Toyota Highlander in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 106000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 110000 | 350 | The seat belt would not retract and it could not be repaired. front passenger seat belt was replaced. not covered under warranty due to age and mileage. |
| Mar | 2013 | 115000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 38000 | 39 | Windshield washer pump clogged with gravel,dirt. |
| Mar | 2009 | 39000 | 30 | Window jumped track, replaced into proper position. |
| Apr | 2009 | 41000 | 30 | Noisy belt, tightened |
| Jul | 2012 | 68700 | 800 | New wheel bearing |
| Nov | 2012 | 73300 | 300 | remote needed to be replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | 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. |
| Dec | 2008 | 31000 | 0 | Brake Actuator is still having issues with trapped air causing a malfunction. |
| Feb | 2009 | 35000 | 0 | 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. |
| Dec | 2012 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 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. | |
| Oct | 2012 | 82000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 115000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 122000 | 50 | Issue with battery holding charge even with new battery. Hybrid system charges vehicle and if you don't drive it much or long distances the battery can discharge. No fix available. Charging the battery at home and have emergency jumper. |
| Mar | 2013 | 129000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 27000 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | Felt a "click" in the steering when holding wheel in a constant position in a turn. Dealer replaced intermediate steering shaft. |
| Sep | 2012 | 81000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | VSC light and message on dashboard. Dealer stated "brake accumulator" needed replacing. |
| Mar | 2013 | 46000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 95000 | 500 | Bad ignition coil caused the car to stop running completely. Still able to pull to side of road under "Limp Home" mode in electric. |
| Mar | 2012 | 100000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Vermont, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 26000 | 450 | Front brake pads worn |
| Jun | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | Igniter on one cylinder failed |
| Aug | 2012 | 37000 | 500 | Rear rotors and pads had to be replaced due to rust due to infrequent use of vehicle. |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Highlander in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 51000 | 2500 | Brake pads replaced and Rotors surfaced. Cost almost twice what you said it would for the brake repair. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005.5 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Highlander in Victoria, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 38440 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 81220 | 1600 | transfer case rebuild |
| Dec | 2012 | 96720 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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