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2001 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area

Engine (46%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2001 Toyota Highlander electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (23%)

$100 - $499 (46%)

< $100 (23%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Toyota Highlander

Engine not specified

142000 mi

US $1150
AC not coooling 

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2001 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

89000 mi Check engine light. Shop advised to replace battery prior to any further work. Said this may solve the problem. Light is off for now. Will drive vehicle a few days to see if light comes back on. 

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2001 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

139000 mi Intermittant electrical short causing front and rear defroster, a.c. clock and fan position switch to malfunction. Will cost over $1,000 replace climate control unit. 
148180 mi

C $184
starter replaced 
170000 mi

US $650
AC was very low on Freeon.  
120000 mi

US $300
re charged a c 
120000 mi

US $100
Likely a leak in the a/c system 
172000 mi

US $500
A/C condenser leak, replaced 
198000 mi

US $110
Reported AC inop, shop recharged system and found no obvious leaks. Dye was included in the refrigerant and an additional visit will be needed to check. 
200000 mi

US $400
Replaced leaking condenser 
200200 mi

US $500
Replaced AC compressor 
201000 mi AC not working, shop found that evaporator coil was cracked. Estimate of over $800, decided not to perform the repair. 
203000 mi AC never fixed. 

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2001 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

155-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

142000 mi

US $300
right door stopped operating 

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2001 Toyota Highlander Electrical Problems

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