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2018 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (24%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (10%)

Chart based on 21 repairs.
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2018 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic FWD

69000 mi

US $858
Water pump seeping coolant. Water pump replaced. 

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2018 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

49000 mi

US $5000
Oil leak between engine block and timing chain cover. This is a well known problem with Toyota 2GR engines. Just Google "Toyota 2GR timing cover leak" and you will find dozens of articles and videos. It's a small leak but requires complete removal of the subframe, engine, transmission and steering rack from the car. 16 effort hours. Parts cost is negligible but the amount of labor is incredible. I strongly recommend you to check your car for this leak. There are good youtube videos how to look for this problem. 
54000 mi

US $500
P0356 - Ignition Coil F Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction. Replaced ignition coil cylinder #6. $150 diagnostics, $200 parts, $150 labor 
63000 mi

US $200
Another dead ignition coil 

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2018 Toyota Highlander Engine Problems

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