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Toyota Highlander 2009 Safety Reports and Reviews
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Toyota Highlander 2009 Tires Pressure Monitoring And Regulating SystemsToyota Highlander 2009 Tires Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems Review #10263737 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Feb 02, 2008.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS . i installed winter tires and wheels with oem tpms and was not able to reset the car to recognize these new sensors. i'm told that i have to have the dealer reset the system twice a year when i change wheels and tires or let the system read failure until i swap back the original wheels and tires. the car is a toyota highlander. i think the tpms is a great system but the manufactures need to update the cars software to allow the driver to update the system. the dealer charges 125.00 each time for this service. the law mandating tpms didn't intend to make this a cash cow for the dealership. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in POUND RIDGE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 EquipmentToyota Highlander 2009 Equipment Review #10279530 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with EQUIPMENT . my 2009 toyota highlander with keyless start allows the vehicle to shut off when not in park and the vehicle starts moving. it also will turn off in reverse, or neutral and will turn back on in neutral and will also turn off in drive. this does not feel safe and should be immediately investigated. the vehicle should have to be in park to turn off and start like all other cars with keys to start the vehicle. local dealer investigated but said all keyless start vehicles operate this way and didn't indicate there was a fix to the situation. *tr.Mileage was 1030 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A792. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BLACK BUTTE RANCH, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Automatic TransmissionToyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10279530 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . my 2009 toyota highlander with keyless start allows the vehicle to shut off when not in park and the vehicle starts moving. it also will turn off in reverse, or neutral and will turn back on in neutral and will also turn off in drive. this does not feel safe and should be immediately investigated. the vehicle should have to be in park to turn off and start like all other cars with keys to start the vehicle. local dealer investigated but said all keyless start vehicles operate this way and didn't indicate there was a fix to the situation. *tr.Mileage was 1030 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A792. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BLACK BUTTE RANCH, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10292349 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 24, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . accelerator stuck all the way to floor on 2009 toyota highlander while vacationing in tennessee on i40. had to weave thru traffic to shoulder while traveling towards 100 mph, mashing full force to the floor all the time during incident. very frightening. car is presently returned to dealership, but no action has been taken & they can't find "anything wrong." i am afraid to drive the vehicle now. this was a life threatening event, but i don't feel toyota is treating as such. i am trying to find some help as to what to do. it has only happened once, but there could have been serious consequences to both my husband and i and for other vehicles on the road. *tr the consumer has since traded the vehicle. updated 04/05/10*jb.Mileage was 7000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41A992. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ATHENS, TX. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2009. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Power TrainToyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Review #10293809 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i purchased a 2009 toyota highlander, in february 2009. on june 1, 2009, i was northeast of rockville, indiana on highway 47 in this toyota highlander. i approached a slow moving vehicle on a straight section of roadway and passed the vehicle. as i was passing i felt like the car was going faster than i was accelerating. when i pulled back into the right lane the car was going even faster and i realized that the car was accelerating on its own. luckily, i was still on a long straight section of the road and had some time. i first tried to brake but the car kept going even faster. i put the car in neutral and started braking and luckily found a place to pull off the road. i was completely shocked that the engine was racing uncontrollably. i looked down at the accelerator and nothing was pushing or touching it. i then turned off the car, put the car in ¿park¿, got out of the car and looked around the accelerator again to make sure that nothing was pushing on it, then waited for about a minute and restarted the car. the car started with the engine racing. i turned off the car and restarted the car two more times and each time the engine raced uncontrollably. i turned off the car, left a message for my husband on his cell phone and waited for five minutes with the car turned off as i waited for my husband to call back. he never did call so i decided to start the car one more time. when i did, the car started normally and the engine did not race. i tried to calm down emotionally and drove home not knowing when or if the accelerator would be a problem. i took the highlander in for service to jordan automotive group, mishawaka, indiana on 6/3/2009 and they insisted that the floor mats were the problem. i do not believe this because i had checked everything around the accelerator when the engine was racing and there was absolutely nothing touching the accelerator. the problem is electronic. i do not feel safe in this vehicle. *tr.Mileage was 4648 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in EDWARDSBURG, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine CoolingToyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10302531 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 2009 toyota highland had been drived for about 10 minutes, parked, locked at 7:25 am on jan 22, 2010. approximately 20 minutes later a 6th ft high flames were discovered by the owner coming from the engine. someone had already reported the fire and the fire department responded by 7:50 am.*cw.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 11000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES43A192. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ROCKVILLE, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electrical SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System Review #10302531 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2009 toyota highland had been drived for about 10 minutes, parked, locked at 7:25 am on jan 22, 2010. approximately 20 minutes later a 6th ft high flames were discovered by the owner coming from the engine. someone had already reported the fire and the fire department responded by 7:50 am.*cw.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 11000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES43A192. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ROCKVILLE, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10302943 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 12, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander with mcneil weather tech floor mats with part number 44115-1-2-3. while driving 65 mph he attempted to accelerate to pass a vehicle and noticed that the floor mat became stuck behind the accelerator pedal causing the vehicle to continually accelerate. the contact was able to release the floor mat which allowed the pedal to release. the floor mat has not been confirmed as the cause of the failure by a dealer. there were no prior warnings. the failure mileage and vin were unavailable..Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in JOHNSON CITY, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Fuel System, GasolineToyota Highlander 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10302947 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 28, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . as published by media, my 2009 toyota highlander was subject to a recall by toyota due to recent accidents making the car accelerate due to (apparently) stuck-up gas pedal). i called up cobb county toyota in kennessaw ga to confirm if i need to bring my car back to their service center. they said "yes" and the only thing that they would be checking is my car's floormatting, which would take them only a couple of minutes. my concern is that what if it is not only the floormatting that makes the gas pedal stuck up and trigger uncontrollable acceleration of my car. even if i have my checked by them just for that declared defect, i am still in danger of driving an unsafe car. i do hope full-blown investigation be made by your agency as to what is the real and root cause of the engine problem. many consumers were already attesting through media that it was not the floormatting impediment that causes the sudden acceleration. please help us be safe using this car or make a drastic action to oblige toyota to examine thoroughly the cause and make permanent solutions to it to keep us at peace using the car. we have been consistently a toyota car owners since 1980's and this is the first serious problem that we have encountered. i with your agency's help, we pray that we are in safe hands with our cars. if there would be no safety assurance, i am taking a risk every time i drive my car. *tw .Mileage was 16000 miles. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CHATTANOOGA, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Exterior Lighting Tail LightsToyota Highlander 2009 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Review #10302993 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 24, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . condensation occurs inside the tail lights assembly when car washing during cold weather. condensation is also developed inside the tail lights when the temperature gets low. *cw.Mileage was 8500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES44A192. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, 00. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10303030 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . i purchased a 2009 toyota highlander, in february 2009. on june 1, 2009, i was northeast of rockville, indiana on highway 47 in this toyota highlander. i approached a slow moving vehicle on a straight section of roadway and passed the vehicle. as i was passing i felt like the car was going faster than i was accelerating. when i pulled back into the right lane the car was going even faster and i realized that the car was accelerating on its own. luckily, i was still on a long straight section of the road and had some time. i first tried to brake but the car kept going even faster. i put the car in neutral and started braking and luckily found a place to pull off the road. i was completely shocked that the engine was racing uncontrollably. i looked down at the accelerator and nothing was pushing or touching it. i then turned off the car, put the car in ¿park¿, got out of the car and looked around the accelerator again to make sure that nothing was pushing on it, then waited for about a minute and restarted the car. the car started with the engine racing. i turned off the car and restarted the car two more times and each time the engine raced uncontrollably. i turned off the car, left a message for my husband on his phone and waited for five minutes hoping my husband would call back. he did not call so i decided to start the car one more time. when i did, the car started normally and the engine did not race. i tried to calm down emotionally and drove home not knowing when or if the accelerator would be a problem. i took the highlander in for service to jordan automotive group, mishawaka, indiana on 6/3/2009 and they insisted that the floor mats were the problem. i do not believe this because i had checked everything around the accelerator when the engine was racing and there was absolutely nothing touching the accelerator. the problem is electronic. i do not feel safe in this vehicle.*cw.Mileage was 4648 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in EDWARDSBURG, MI. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 01, 2009. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP . DEALER'S CITY: MISHAWAKA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10303701 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 21, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. while driving 40 mph and removing her foot from the brake pedal the vehicle accelerated on its own. the contact applied normal pressure to the brake pedal when the vehicle slowed down and stopped. the failure is consistent and occurs daily. the dealer stated that they couldn't duplicate the problem or identify a failure where the accelerator pedal lost pressure while driving. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 700 and the current mileage was 3300..Mileage was 700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES41A792. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SOLON, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, HydraulicToyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10305488 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 09, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl*the contact owns 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that while driving approximately 22 mph and engaging the brake pedal in attempt to stop the vehicle, she was forced to apply extreme pressure. the dealer was unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. a claim was filed with the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 58,000..Mileage was 58000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A092. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CEDAR KNOLLS, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 22 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Review #10311476 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . brand new 2009 toyota highlander defective front o2 sensor made out of ceramic built into all cars in japan then shipped to u.s. first sign of sensor damage the cars traction control light goes on. soon after the front o2 ceramic sensor heats up. then the car will not start. when you try to start it up at this point engine has caught on fire. the general manager of dealership stated that toyota knows of this defective part but will not recall. we believe owners should be notified. the part was replaced. however, we did not feel car was safe after seeing engine on fire. the dealership would not refund money. our only option allowed was to trade in car for another at our cost. this all happened within 3 days of taking delivery of the vehicle and having only driven it 40 miles.*tr.Vehicle was on fire. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES41A792. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in EASTHAMPTON, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, HydraulicToyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10314563 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Feb 05, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. while driving 15 mph during a snow storm the wheels locked. the brakes also locked while driving down a hill which caused the vehicle to slide 200 feet. the dealer was notified. the failure mileage was 10,250. the vin was unknown. the current mileage was 10,430. updated 11/16/10. *lj.Mileage was 10250 miles. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in PISGAHFOREST, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10315196 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Dec 18, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that on at least four occasions, the vehicle suddenly accelerated when the driver would depress the pedal gently after a stop. the vehicle also accelerated when the vehicle was shifted into reverse. the contact took the vehicle to the dealership but the dealer could not find what the cause for the failure was. he called the manufacturer and the representative instructed him to take the vehicle to the dealership. the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current mileage was approximately 7,000. the failure mileage was approximately 1,000..Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in WEST MONROE, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Automatic TransmissionToyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10316166 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on July 30, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . we bought a new 2009 toyota highlander in july,2009. immediately, it demonstrated a huge vibration in reverse, and now in drive. when i stop at a light, it feels like it will bolt when i take my foot off the brake. we went through arbitration, but they claimed, since we couldn't prove it was a safety hazard, we had no case. i think these vehicles should also be investigated. i have read similar complaints on the internet from other highlander owners. i am really fearful to drive my family in this vehicle. for toyota to tell me that, yes there is a severe vibration, but there is nothing wrong with the vehicle is absolutely preposterous. toyota says they don't know what is wrong with it, so they say nothing is wrong with it. our own mechanic says that he believes it will join the other recalls at some point. but i really hope you will look into it soon. thank you. *tr .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41A492. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in UNIONTOWN, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10318052 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Mar 02, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. whenever the vehicle is sitting idle and the contact would attempt to accelerate, the two front wheels would begin to spin out without warning. the vehicle was not diagnosed by the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 2,500. .Mileage was 2500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A092. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ENGLISHTOWN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Air Bags FrontalToyota Highlander 2009 Air Bags Frontal Review #10318069 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . passenger side front air bag warning light indicates air bag not functional. occurs at random times, will stay that way for days or weeks, then revert to normal. sometimes at same time fan goes to high, air conditioning goes on, or floor/air dial switches to all defrost, or emergency lights switch on. dealership said the problem was malfunctioning weight lever in seat, couldn't explain the rest of it, and they never did anything to try to fix it. however, it seems to be electronic issue as it sometimes works. *tr.Mileage was 8000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in PITTSFORD, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, HydraulicToyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10323385 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. while driving down hill at 2 mph, the brakes began to shudder and the warning light illuminated on the instrument panel indicated shift to p function. within a few minutes, another warning light indicated, brake default contact the dealer immediately illuminated. the vehicle was turned off and after it was restarted; the warning lights were no longer illuminated. the contact called the dealer and was informed that they were not familiar with that type of failure. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired when the complaint was filed. the current and failure mileages were 20,107. .Mileage was 20107 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A392. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in FORT SMITH, AR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System BatteryToyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System Battery Review #10318696 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . 2009 toyota highlander was involved in the floor mat recall. when vehicle was taken to dealer and consumer was told there was nothing they could do because the floor mats were not toyota floor mats. *kb the consumer stated at times the vehicle would not start. the dealer performed a diagnostic test and stated the battery was weak. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A492. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in LOXAHATCHEE, FL. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA OF HOLLYWOOD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 954-966-2150 . DEALER'S CITY: HOLLYWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33021 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10318696 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . 2009 toyota highlander was involved in the floor mat recall. when vehicle was taken to dealer and consumer was told there was nothing they could do because the floor mats were not toyota floor mats. *kb the consumer stated at times the vehicle would not start. the dealer performed a diagnostic test and stated the battery was weak. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A492. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in LOXAHATCHEE, FL. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA OF HOLLYWOOD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 954-966-2150 . DEALER'S CITY: HOLLYWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33021 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Automatic TransmissionToyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10335417 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. while turning at approximately 5 mph in snowy conditions, the vehicle became stuck in the snow. the vehicle was able to reverse but would not accelerate forward. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the transmission was replaced at that time. the failure and current mileages were approximately 11,000. updated 11/03/10 *bf updated 11/04/10 .Mileage was 11000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41A592. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HOLLIS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 TiresToyota Highlander 2009 Tires Review #10341374 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . turning right from city highway to city street at about 15 mph and rr tire had sidewall blowout. had to replace tire with same brand as only bridgestone and toyo make a tire this size for 2009 toyota highlander. 245/55r19. *tr.Mileage was 14900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A092. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in MONROE, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electrical SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System Review #10347080 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on May 02, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the air conditioning unit failed four times. the contact stated the repairs were made by an authorized dealer and the unit would work for a short time before failing again. in addition, the door locks would fail intermittently. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer due to the failure of the air conditioning unit. the vehicle was left with the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. the failure mileage was 4,624.. updated 11/22/10 *bf the consumer stated the cd player, door and hatch locks failed. the consumer has since received a 2010 replacement vehicle. updated 11/23/10 .Mileage was 4624 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A992. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 19, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WILDE TOYOTA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 414-545-8010 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST ALLIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 53227 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Equipment Electrical Air ConditionerToyota Highlander 2009 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Review #10347080 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on May 02, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the air conditioning unit failed four times. the contact stated the repairs were made by an authorized dealer and the unit would work for a short time before failing again. in addition, the door locks would fail intermittently. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer due to the failure of the air conditioning unit. the vehicle was left with the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. the failure mileage was 4,624.. updated 11/22/10 *bf the consumer stated the cd player, door and hatch locks failed. the consumer has since received a 2010 replacement vehicle. updated 11/23/10 .Mileage was 4624 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A992. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 19, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WILDE TOYOTA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 414-545-8010 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST ALLIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 53227 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 SteeringToyota Highlander 2009 Steering Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Wheels Lugs/nuts/boltsToyota Highlander 2009 Wheels Lugs/nuts/bolts Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, HydraulicToyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine CoolingToyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 SuspensionToyota Highlander 2009 Suspension Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 SeatsToyota Highlander 2009 Seats Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEATS . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Seat Belts FrontToyota Highlander 2009 Seat Belts Front Review #10351233 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system would not operate properly. the brakes would go to the floorboard when depressed. the brakes would not engage intermittently when depressed. the contact stated that the driver's seat would no longer move backward, and was positioned entirely too close to he steering wheel. the contact stated there was little room for movement when driving. the vehicle was taken to four separate dealers and the contact was told that the vehicle was operating as designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 6,500. the consumer stated when she realized a police officer was behind she attempted to stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate and the brakes collapsed very low to the floor. the consumer had to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle down. the consumer also stated the lug nuts broke on the front driver side wheel. the cruise control was inoperative, and the engine had a slight ticking sound and the rotors were rusting. updated evoq 12/23/10 the consumer stated the seat belt wrapped tightly around her throat. the front wheel was loose, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. when the consumer attempted to accelerate the vehicle would stall, the cruise control no longer worked. the accelerator pedal no longer stays in place and the steering wheel turned in different directions. updated 07/07/11. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2009. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA SCION . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-878-5900 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27616 . Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10361068 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the vehicle was repaired by an authorized dealer for the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v023000, vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal. upon receiving the vehicle he was driving approximately 22 mph and when he removed his foot from the accelerator pedal, the vehicle did not stop accelerating. the vehicle was not taken to be examined for the cause of failure and was not repaired. the failure continued to occur whenever he released the accelerator pedal. the failure and current mileages were 14,100. .Mileage was 14100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES41A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in FRANKLIN SQUARE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 22 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Child SeatToyota Highlander 2009 Child Seat Review #10364006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with CHILD SEAT . sunshine kids radian xtsl latch loosens itself. two times i've gone to put my 2 year old into her seat and the latch has had at least 2 inches of slack!! please fix this!! (related vehicle information: model year=2009, make=toyota, model=highlander). *tr.Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BREMERTON, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 TiresToyota Highlander 2009 Tires Review #10380881 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2011.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . toyota highlander 19" rims with toyo open country a20 tires are very unsafe. this tire/wheel combination was standard on 2008/09 limited and sport highlanders. my 2009 highlander would slip all over the place in winter driving. by far the worst winter vehicle i ever owned and i've owned plenty that were not all-wheel drive. luckily the traction control system is good and saved me from several accidents. toyota used very large 19" rims and performance tires on the vehicle. the tires were worn out after 18 months and 21,000 miles. why toyota thought big wheels and performance tires were important to an suv purchaser is beyond me. toyota also refuses to stand behind their safety defect (not to mention the tires only lasted 21,000 miles). i purchased 17" rims on my own and toyo provided credit for 2 of the 4 new open country ht tires and the suv is now much safer - it no longer feels like i am riding on roller skates! *tr.Mileage was 21000 miles. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in AMHERST, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 SuspensionToyota Highlander 2009 Suspension Review #10400785 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on May 12, 2011.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION . 2009 toyota highlander clearance between both rear "shock base plate" and both rear tires are too close. every time when you hit a "bump", both rear tires are hitting the "rear shock base plate". this will damage both rear tires and cause accident !! defective engineering design !! toyota should recall all highlanders with this defective design !!! you don't want to wait for an accident to happen then make a mandatory recall. thanks for reading my message and concern of safety for all highlander owners. *tr.Mileage was 5600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41A092. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Air BagsToyota Highlander 2009 Air Bags Review #10432520 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 21, 2011.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS . without prejudice my vehicle was rear -ended by another vehicle at speed of approximately 75, and got crashed on to the car in front at speed of 40 to 50. air bags failed to deploy and dash board indicator light came on and it does not go off. i strongly believe this is a manufacturer defect. this suv consists with six air bags. non of them responded. i purchase with confidence that air bags are in working order. manufacturer risk our life for nearly two years. i deserve compensation for risking 6 lives. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 4 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 11395 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A292. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in PASADENA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 WheelsToyota Highlander 2009 Wheels Review #10436019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 29, 2011.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with WHEELS . our car has 17,000. miles and turns out the tires are bare in spots and the car hydroplaned and skidded and would not hold the road in a light snowstorm. we often skidded right into oncoming traffic. we have driven many suvs over the years -we are 69- and never had a problem. toyota emailed to us that the toyo a20 p245/55r19 open country tires the car came with are not meant for driving in snow. we live in vt and the car was sold to us as an all wheel drive car for driving in snow. i have looked at the internet and others have had the same problem with these tires. i feel there should be a recall on them before someone is killed. my son just purchase a new highlander and i worry his tires are the same. *tr.Mileage was 17300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in LUDLOW, VT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 TiresToyota Highlander 2009 Tires Review #10436019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 29, 2011.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . our car has 17,000. miles and turns out the tires are bare in spots and the car hydroplaned and skidded and would not hold the road in a light snowstorm. we often skidded right into oncoming traffic. we have driven many suvs over the years -we are 69- and never had a problem. toyota emailed to us that the toyo a20 p245/55r19 open country tires the car came with are not meant for driving in snow. we live in vt and the car was sold to us as an all wheel drive car for driving in snow. i have looked at the internet and others have had the same problem with these tires. i feel there should be a recall on them before someone is killed. my son just purchase a new highlander and i worry his tires are the same. *tr.Mileage was 17300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in LUDLOW, VT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Tires Review #10442078 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . complainant had to replace the original bridgestone tires (245/55r19) on a 2009 toyota highlander ltd after 20,679 miles. tread wear was below 3/32's. toyota would not warrant or participate in the replacement costs. bridgestone offered to split the cost of replacing the four tires with their dueler h/l (p245/55r19) which i accepted on april 20, 2010. my cost was $491.32. the replacement tires after 9 months and 17,011 miles have 5/32's wear. however, with that tire wear, the highlander is unsafe to drive when there is frost/snow/rain/ice on the road. the vehicle looses traction and is uncontrollable as it slides through intersections. again, the toyota dealership refused to warrant or participate in the tire replacement costs. bridgestone has offered to split the cost to replace the tires. this would amount to an additional $500 (est.) to replace tires that do not wear properly. how can payments of approximately $1,000 for eight tires that provide premature and unsafe tire wear be justified? the vehicle in its current condition, is a hazard on the road and unsafe to drive. tire wear is premature. the highlander should be recalled for a free four wheel tire replacement and alignment. updated ivoq 01/26/12 *tr.Mileage was 20679 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A092. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CEDAR FALLS, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 SuspensionToyota Highlander 2009 Suspension Review #10442078 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION . complainant had to replace the original bridgestone tires (245/55r19) on a 2009 toyota highlander ltd after 20,679 miles. tread wear was below 3/32's. toyota would not warrant or participate in the replacement costs. bridgestone offered to split the cost of replacing the four tires with their dueler h/l (p245/55r19) which i accepted on april 20, 2010. my cost was $491.32. the replacement tires after 9 months and 17,011 miles have 5/32's wear. however, with that tire wear, the highlander is unsafe to drive when there is frost/snow/rain/ice on the road. the vehicle looses traction and is uncontrollable as it slides through intersections. again, the toyota dealership refused to warrant or participate in the tire replacement costs. bridgestone has offered to split the cost to replace the tires. this would amount to an additional $500 (est.) to replace tires that do not wear properly. how can payments of approximately $1,000 for eight tires that provide premature and unsafe tire wear be justified? the vehicle in its current condition, is a hazard on the road and unsafe to drive. tire wear is premature. the highlander should be recalled for a free four wheel tire replacement and alignment. updated ivoq 01/26/12 *tr.Mileage was 20679 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A092. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CEDAR FALLS, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10457032 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 30, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact was reversing from a parking space at 5 mph when the accelerator pedal became stuck and caused the vehicle to accelerate rapidly. the contact mentioned that she was unable to stop the vehicle and as a result, she crashed into a tree. a police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 783 and the current mileage was 22,000. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 783 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SPRING, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine CoolingToyota Highlander 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10482235 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 23, 2012.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i was traveling 50 -60 miles per hour on the new jersey garden state parkway. while driving all of a sudden a huge vibration occurred through out the vehicle. while it vibrated a loud noise occurred. it was so loud my dog began to bark and my ears could not take the noise of the vehicle. i tried to brake and the noise continued as well as the vibration. i continued to try and get in the right lane however the noise and vibration continued. the vibration felt like when you go across speed bumps that gives a rumble sound. the road was smooth and there were no speed bumps however it felt as if i was going over speed bumps. on 10/25/12 i took the vehicle to toyota of hackensack nj where the vehicle was purchased on. i informed the service guy about the situation. they did a multi-point inspection and nothing came up. they test drove the vehicle in city limits and nothing came up. i then informed them that the vibration does not occur until you are on the highway. the technician then test drove with me in the vehicle. the vibration did not occur. this specific vibration and noise has only occurred twice since i purchased the vehicle. i purchased the vehicle over a month ago due to a faulty 2005 kia sorento crankshaft bolt design. if it happens again i will file another complaint. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES41A492. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BLOOMFIELD, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Structure BodyToyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Review #10486305 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2012.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . the power arm broke off of the rear power lift gate when closing. the driver side hinge on the rear power liftgate is bowed. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 38700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A192. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in MAYSVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Power TrainToyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Review #10489198 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Nov 14, 2012.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . the vehicle suddenly lost power on the highway. the car was still running, but there was no power to the wheels. the front differential had failed due to a leak in the front of the transfer case. this failure caused the transmission to fail as well. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ODENTON, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 SuspensionToyota Highlander 2009 Suspension Review #10494894 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Jan 21, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION . while driving vehicle, a snap was heard from the rear. upon inspection, the rear passenger sway bar link (joining the sway bar to the strut) was snapped at the lower end. this link is approximately 10 mm in diameter, necking down to 8 mm with a 1 mm radius at transition of the diameters. it was observed the failure was not completely immediate as approximately half the diameter was rusted. the rust had two distinct zones; an approximate 3 mm lighter yellow-brown region at the outer side, and a 1 mm dark brown zone on the inner side suggesting the outer had been failing for some time, the inner propagating more recently. final failure of the remaining portion was sudden. upon inspection under magnification, the failure began with some type of crack initiating at the root of the fillet, propagating downwards at an approximate 30 degree angle. bending of the 8 mm section appears to have been caused by the sudden final failure of the section. no other damage under the vehicle was found ruling out the failure was not caused by any driver. toyota corporate in california was contacted (case # 1301222906) but they claimed no recall on this part or issues. the part appears to have insufficient fatigue strength or this specific link had a quality issue. the part is in my possession and available upon request should further investigation via sem/edx, or other is helpful. i also can provide pictures upon request. this failure concerns me as the part links rear suspension control and it failed shortly past warranty. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A592. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in MOORESVILLE, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Seat BeltsToyota Highlander 2009 Seat Belts Review #10501407 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Feb 27, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the driver's side seat belt would not retract and became jammed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised the contact that the retraction mechanism needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 68,520. the current mileage was approximately 68,674. the vin was unavailable. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 68520 miles. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CEIBA, PR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 EngineToyota Highlander 2009 Engine Review #10504836 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Mar 28, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE . toyota has issued a t-sb-0201-11 which states "some vehicles equipped with 2gr-fe/fxe towing package engines may exhibit an oil seep from the engine oil cooler pipes." this affects toyota and lexus vehicles going back to at least 2008-present. this should have been handled as a recall vs. a t-sb with a defined expiration date because consumers engines are being destroyed when this 'seep' occurs. this happens with a minute and all of the engine oil is left on the road and the engine is destroyed. imagine a family who's driving along the highway, their engine stops working and an 18-wheeler rear ends them. that is why the nhtsa needs to force toyota to replace all of the defective engine oil cooler pipes with the metal ones that the t-sb addressee. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Power TrainToyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Review #10504836 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Mar 28, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . toyota has issued a t-sb-0201-11 which states "some vehicles equipped with 2gr-fe/fxe towing package engines may exhibit an oil seep from the engine oil cooler pipes." this affects toyota and lexus vehicles going back to at least 2008-present. this should have been handled as a recall vs. a t-sb with a defined expiration date because consumers engines are being destroyed when this 'seep' occurs. this happens with a minute and all of the engine oil is left on the road and the engine is destroyed. imagine a family who's driving along the highway, their engine stops working and an 18-wheeler rear ends them. that is why the nhtsa needs to force toyota to replace all of the defective engine oil cooler pipes with the metal ones that the t-sb addressee. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Power Train Review #10507161 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 04, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . t-sb-0201-11 from toyota states "some vehicles equipped with 2gr-fe/fxe towing package engines may exhibit an oil seep from the engine oil cooler pipes." this tsb affects toyota and lexus vehicles going back to at least 2008-present. this is a major issue, and i feel this should be handled as a recall instead of a tsb due to the severity of the issue if/when the pipe breaks. i recently elected to have my vehicle repaired on my own just so i wouldn't have to worry about this issue happening to me or my wife, and thus blowing up my highlander's engine causing thousands of dollars in damages. seems pretty bad that a recall can be issued for floor mats and accelerator issues, but no recall is issued for this issue which can drain the oil from your engine in a minute, blow up your engine, and then possibly wreck your vehicle. consumer's engines are now being destroyed, and this is showing up in different online forums. i feel that the nhtsa needs to force toyota to replace all of the defective engine oil cooler pipes with the newer metal ones that the tsb addresses. they should also be forced to reimburse all costs to those individuals that either needed to have the repair done, or decided to preventatively have the repair done on their own before those pipes burst on their own. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 72566 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS43A192. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 EngineToyota Highlander 2009 Engine Review #10507161 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 04, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE . t-sb-0201-11 from toyota states "some vehicles equipped with 2gr-fe/fxe towing package engines may exhibit an oil seep from the engine oil cooler pipes." this tsb affects toyota and lexus vehicles going back to at least 2008-present. this is a major issue, and i feel this should be handled as a recall instead of a tsb due to the severity of the issue if/when the pipe breaks. i recently elected to have my vehicle repaired on my own just so i wouldn't have to worry about this issue happening to me or my wife, and thus blowing up my highlander's engine causing thousands of dollars in damages. seems pretty bad that a recall can be issued for floor mats and accelerator issues, but no recall is issued for this issue which can drain the oil from your engine in a minute, blow up your engine, and then possibly wreck your vehicle. consumer's engines are now being destroyed, and this is showing up in different online forums. i feel that the nhtsa needs to force toyota to replace all of the defective engine oil cooler pipes with the newer metal ones that the tsb addresses. they should also be forced to reimburse all costs to those individuals that either needed to have the repair done, or decided to preventatively have the repair done on their own before those pipes burst on their own. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 72566 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS43A192. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10508524 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that she attempted to accelerate but the vehicle hesitated, after a brief delay, the accelerator engaged causing the vehicle to lunge forward. also, the contact stated that all of the lights on the instrument panel continuously flickered and the driver's side brake light was defective. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician stated that they were not allowed to touch the vehicle and contacted an investigator to diagnose the failure. the investigator was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 800 and the current mileage was 26,500. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SPRING, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electrical SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System Review #10508524 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2009.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that she attempted to accelerate but the vehicle hesitated, after a brief delay, the accelerator engaged causing the vehicle to lunge forward. also, the contact stated that all of the lights on the instrument panel continuously flickered and the driver's side brake light was defective. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician stated that they were not allowed to touch the vehicle and contacted an investigator to diagnose the failure. the investigator was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 800 and the current mileage was 26,500. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SPRING, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10521080 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the vehicle began to accelerate independently. the contact applied an immense amount of pressure to the pedal but the vehicle did not stop. after some time, the contact was able to stop the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was awaiting diagnosis of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 46,132..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 46132 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES41A792. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CUPERTINO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 EngineToyota Highlander 2009 Engine Review #10521684 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on June 23, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE . i'm contacting you about an issue recently encountered on my 2009 highlander. the oil hose attachment located at the bottom of the car had pin size hole that pushed all the oil out of my car. the oil hose is in a location that would not be exposed to any element. i truly feel that this is a manufacture defect but can't find recall information on the site. i had the car towed to the dealership that said this part will take up to 3 weeks to receive. they also had a few other toyota cars in repair for the same issue. this is alarming since it looks like a known issue and the hose location is not exposed. the dealership also told me once repaired they don'¿¿t know the extent of the damage since the oil was drained out at fast pace. please look into this issue and help protect others that might not be aware of this defect. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in DES PLAINES, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsToyota Highlander 2009 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #10533029 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . i purchased a 2009 toyota highlander in october 29, 2013. everything was fine,then started having problems with window on the driver's side, it kept going off line, so i rolled up the window and didn't use it until i was able to go for service. i took it in to be service in april /may 2013 for a oil change and etc. i told the guy in the service department what was wrong and he said he would check it for me. after servicing the suv, he told me it would cost $ 400.00 plus dollars to fix. i had the car less than 6months. he told me there was a piece that was broken due to resting the arm on the glass and he had to replace the piece and the glass. it's fine one minute and then the next it's off the tract. so i told the service guy to unplug it. i 'm not tall enough to rest my arm on the glass to break anything. i'm the only one that drives this car. i truly believe this part/piece was already broken when i purchase this vehicle, but i can't prove it. i don't have $ 400. 00 dollars in my budget plus monthly bill. help! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 76895 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in TALLAHASSEE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Service BrakesToyota Highlander 2009 Service Brakes Review #10533441 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Aug 03, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . while driving down the expressway with the family (50mph), check engine light and traction control suddenly turn on and flicker on and off randomly. engine power hesitates. at the stoplight, check engine light continues to turn on, and off randomly, as well as traction control light. engine appears to be stalling at times, and rpm bounces between 500-900. acceleration when pressing against gas pedal results in uneven acceleration. pulled vehicle off to the side, turned engine off, and examined vehicle. examined vehicle and do not see anything suspicious. turned vehicle back on, and check engine light with traction control off. moments later, lights turn back on. limped vehicle back to residence via local roads. continued to experience intermittent on/off check engine light and traction control. after arriving at residence, parked vehicle and performed additional examination. noticed burning smell at rear brake shoes, possibly from traction control holding on to brakes. will bring car to dealership on 08/05/13 first thing in the morning. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SANTA CLARA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electronic Stability ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Electronic Stability Control Review #10533441 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Aug 03, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . while driving down the expressway with the family (50mph), check engine light and traction control suddenly turn on and flicker on and off randomly. engine power hesitates. at the stoplight, check engine light continues to turn on, and off randomly, as well as traction control light. engine appears to be stalling at times, and rpm bounces between 500-900. acceleration when pressing against gas pedal results in uneven acceleration. pulled vehicle off to the side, turned engine off, and examined vehicle. examined vehicle and do not see anything suspicious. turned vehicle back on, and check engine light with traction control off. moments later, lights turn back on. limped vehicle back to residence via local roads. continued to experience intermittent on/off check engine light and traction control. after arriving at residence, parked vehicle and performed additional examination. noticed burning smell at rear brake shoes, possibly from traction control holding on to brakes. will bring car to dealership on 08/05/13 first thing in the morning. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SANTA CLARA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 EngineToyota Highlander 2009 Engine Review #10533441 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Aug 03, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE . while driving down the expressway with the family (50mph), check engine light and traction control suddenly turn on and flicker on and off randomly. engine power hesitates. at the stoplight, check engine light continues to turn on, and off randomly, as well as traction control light. engine appears to be stalling at times, and rpm bounces between 500-900. acceleration when pressing against gas pedal results in uneven acceleration. pulled vehicle off to the side, turned engine off, and examined vehicle. examined vehicle and do not see anything suspicious. turned vehicle back on, and check engine light with traction control off. moments later, lights turn back on. limped vehicle back to residence via local roads. continued to experience intermittent on/off check engine light and traction control. after arriving at residence, parked vehicle and performed additional examination. noticed burning smell at rear brake shoes, possibly from traction control holding on to brakes. will bring car to dealership on 08/05/13 first thing in the morning. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDA41AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in SANTA CLARA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Highlander 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10534291 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on July 30, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . as my wife came how with my daughter, she proceeded to reverse the car into our driveway to park the car in our garage as she normally does everyday. in the driveway was also my car where it is parked everyday. as she was proceeding to go back, the car all of a sudden accelerated on its own and took off. she tried to press the brake but to no avail. she continued to press the brake, however the car would not stop. she proceeded to hit my car and damaged both cars from front to back. her car on the passenger side, and mine on the driver side. after hitting both cars, her car proceeded to go further back and crash into the house causing major damage. that is when the car actually stopped. it was at this time that she was able to put the car in park and turn the car off. both cars and the house now need major repairs. my daughter was sitting in the back at the time of the incident. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30352 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES43A392. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ORADELL, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Structure BodyToyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Review #10534291 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on July 30, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . as my wife came how with my daughter, she proceeded to reverse the car into our driveway to park the car in our garage as she normally does everyday. in the driveway was also my car where it is parked everyday. as she was proceeding to go back, the car all of a sudden accelerated on its own and took off. she tried to press the brake but to no avail. she continued to press the brake, however the car would not stop. she proceeded to hit my car and damaged both cars from front to back. her car on the passenger side, and mine on the driver side. after hitting both cars, her car proceeded to go further back and crash into the house causing major damage. that is when the car actually stopped. it was at this time that she was able to put the car in park and turn the car off. both cars and the house now need major repairs. my daughter was sitting in the back at the time of the incident. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30352 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES43A392. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ORADELL, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Steering Electric Power Assist SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Steering Electric Power Assist System Review #10542057 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 05, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM . about eighty miles/two days prior to the failure, an intermittent whine/humming noise was heard in the vicinity of the driver side dash area while turning at slow speeds. i was told this was not unusual as the power steering is electrically assisted and the electric motor was likely making the noise. two days after the first sounds, the power steering failed upon engine start. the steering wheel is nearly impossible to turn now. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 72000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ENTERPRISE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Steering Review #10542057 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Sept 05, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STEERING . about eighty miles/two days prior to the failure, an intermittent whine/humming noise was heard in the vicinity of the driver side dash area while turning at slow speeds. i was told this was not unusual as the power steering is electrically assisted and the electric motor was likely making the noise. two days after the first sounds, the power steering failed upon engine start. the steering wheel is nearly impossible to turn now. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 72000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ENTERPRISE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electrical SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System Review #10542068 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 02, 2011.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . rear door/hatch electric motor and latch/lock assembly failed. several incidences of the rear electric hatch failing to seat/close occurred prior to the failure. the door would start down but would not close/latch. toyota service department (dothan, al) said the door needed to be adjusted and did so. about one month later the door closed with a loud noise and would not open afterwards. upon outside inspection, i saw the door was offset about a quarter of an inch toward the passenger side and seated about the same (1/4 inch) further in than normal. the door would not open at all at that point. the same service department initially accused me of damaging the car in an accident (untrue). they pried the door open, and recommended i disable the electric door motor and only operate the door manually. later the same service personnel admitted there was a design problem with the door hinges that caused the failure. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ENTERPRISE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Structure BodyToyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Review #10542068 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 02, 2011.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . rear door/hatch electric motor and latch/lock assembly failed. several incidences of the rear electric hatch failing to seat/close occurred prior to the failure. the door would start down but would not close/latch. toyota service department (dothan, al) said the door needed to be adjusted and did so. about one month later the door closed with a loud noise and would not open afterwards. upon outside inspection, i saw the door was offset about a quarter of an inch toward the passenger side and seated about the same (1/4 inch) further in than normal. the door would not open at all at that point. the same service department initially accused me of damaging the car in an accident (untrue). they pried the door open, and recommended i disable the electric door motor and only operate the door manually. later the same service personnel admitted there was a design problem with the door hinges that caused the failure. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS42A692. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in ENTERPRISE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Toyota Highlander 2009 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Visibility/wiperToyota Highlander 2009 Visibility/wiper Review #10559001 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . the driver's side visor no longer stays up, so it has progressively dropped down to about a 30-45 degree angle toward the driver's head. this is a large safety hazard both for general visibility when driving and potential cause of injury to the head in the case of an accident. the vehicle was purchased certified used from a toyota dealership. such a part should not become faulty just over 3 years from the time it was originally put on the market. the visor is not used aggressively or excessively. both the dealership and toyota motors were contacted regarding this problem. toyota advised this part was not covered under any type of standard warranty, despite the fact that it is a safety and visibility issue. both parties were of no assistance and required owner of vehicle to pay for cost of parts and labor. thank you for your time and consideration to this matter. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 55000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Hatchback/liftgateToyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Hatchback/liftgate Review #10577316 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Aug 03, 2010.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE . tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the lift gate failed to open or close automatically. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the hatch panel was deformed causing the power door motor to work harder than designed. as a result the power hatch motor, hatch door, lid hinges, lid hinge stays, and rear bumper assembly needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 22,000 and current mileage was 113,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 22000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in MAHWAH, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electrical SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System Review #10578318 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . left driver's door actuator works sometimes when pressing remote control to unlock door. left rear door works sometimes when pressing remote control to unlock door. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 57300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES43A292. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 Latches/locks/linkagesToyota Highlander 2009 Latches/locks/linkages Review #10578318 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . left driver's door actuator works sometimes when pressing remote control to unlock door. left rear door works sometimes when pressing remote control to unlock door. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 57300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES43A292. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Highlander 2009 Structure BodyToyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Review #10578574 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 05, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . the rear hatch in my 2009 toyota highlander stopped working - without misuse or handling on my part. after pushing the automatic close button, there was a loud clunk sound. there was nothing obstructing the back area. the back door/hatch would not open, nor could i close it. i immediately drove it to the dealership - on a saturday. i was afraid my back door was going to fly open. they were able to close the hatch but it cannot be opened. the technician confirmed that they had seen a lot of these and said toyota would take care of it. he said the problem is the hinges were bending and therefore causing the door not to shut. i was asked to return on monday. after a diagnostic test, the service manager confirmed that the hinges were bent and i would need a whole new door. the total cost of the problem could be close to $3,000 (depends on whether the motor can be salvaged). i was also told this is my responsibility since i am out of the 3yr/36k mile warranty (59k miles). there has been a tsb issued for this same problem, but as he pointed out, it is for malfunction within the timeframe. i have not been successful with toyota usa, but will continue to pursue this. this is a know defect and should be a recall issue or at the very least, an extension on the time associated with the tsb. toyota is replacing the subpar hinges with better ones. an issue is an issue - even if it doesn't happen within a timeframe. i have done nothing to cause this issue. and now because toyota used subpar hinges, i have to pay $3k! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 59900 miles. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Hatchback/liftgateToyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Hatchback/liftgate Review #10584551 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2013.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE . the vehicle is a 2009 toyota highlander. the power arm broke off of the rear power liftgate when closing. the driver side hinge on the rear power liftgate bowed and would not allow us to close the door. this hatchback/liftgate support device issue occurred march 2013. we filed a formal complaint to toyota who would not accept responsibility but with just a google search you will find hundreds of people with the same complaint. the safety issue here is that door can close on a small child and not be able to release because the part that becomes bowed makes it stick in position. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A992. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in WALNUT CREEK, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Structure Body Review #10586256 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 25, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . liftgate does will not open. schaumburg toyota reported the following on their service report the following: "found auto open & close motor seized. need: to go to bodyshop - replace l/hinge, motor-door". toyota schaumburg is speculating (pure speculation) that the car was bumped into and therefore the distances (which distances ?) are skewed. we (owners) believe that no such incidence happened. we e-mailed toyota (case # [xxx].) who referred us back to [xxx]. [xxx] did call but offered no proof of their speculation (that the car was bumped into), neither did [xxx] provide the misalignment numbers. [xxx] did mention that toyota has known about this problem but they will honor the problem only within 3 months/36,000 miles. the power to my liftgate is now disabled and i would like for toyota to acknowledge that they have known about this problem and therefore make the liftgate fully functional (power connected) for me. we (owners) are honest when we say that the care was not bumped into from rear-side and we should not be paying for these repairs. i have tried my best to work it out with toyota corporation and schaumburg toyota, however, both are trying to deflect the responsibility away from themselves. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53275 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in NORTHBROOK, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Electrical SystemToyota Highlander 2009 Electrical System Review #10586256 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Apr 25, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . liftgate does will not open. schaumburg toyota reported the following on their service report the following: "found auto open & close motor seized. need: to go to bodyshop - replace l/hinge, motor-door". toyota schaumburg is speculating (pure speculation) that the car was bumped into and therefore the distances (which distances ?) are skewed. we (owners) believe that no such incidence happened. we e-mailed toyota (case # [xxx].) who referred us back to [xxx]. [xxx] did call but offered no proof of their speculation (that the car was bumped into), neither did [xxx] provide the misalignment numbers. [xxx] did mention that toyota has known about this problem but they will honor the problem only within 3 months/36,000 miles. the power to my liftgate is now disabled and i would like for toyota to acknowledge that they have known about this problem and therefore make the liftgate fully functional (power connected) for me. we (owners) are honest when we say that the care was not bumped into from rear-side and we should not be paying for these repairs. i have tried my best to work it out with toyota corporation and schaumburg toyota, however, both are trying to deflect the responsibility away from themselves. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53275 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES42A892. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in NORTHBROOK, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Unknown Or OtherToyota Highlander 2009 Unknown Or Other Review #10648568 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 10, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . the rubber hose between the oil pump and the vvt keeps breaking. i was doing some research and found that the rubber hose has been replace with a metal one. can you please help me? is this something that is possibly still under warrant and can be fixed? thank you for help in advance. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES41A492. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Unknown Or Other Review #10649905 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Oct 25, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . door lock on front driver door does not lock when remote or door button inside car pressed. gives impression door is locking when it is not. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 66000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41A592. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Highlander 2009 Air BagsToyota Highlander 2009 Air Bags Review #10654762 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with AIR BAGS . i have not had an accident with this vehicle, however i was told by toyota to check this website to see if my particular year and model is one of the ones affected by the airbag malfunction. if so, i want to get it in to be repaired as soon as possible in case there is an accident and someone in my vehicle is killed or injured. i am a sports mom so at times i have 6 children in my vehicle and 2 are my grandchildren..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEES41A792. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in FLAGSTAFF, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Unknown Or OtherToyota Highlander 2009 Unknown Or Other Review #10677098 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Dec 22, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . the driver side sun visor droops down. toyota is not taking responsibility for this issue. it seems to be happening alot. it falls while i'm driving, and i'm afraid it will cause me to get in a wreck. toyota needs to recall this visor. poor design..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BRADENTON, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Highlander 2009 Visibility/wiperToyota Highlander 2009 Visibility/wiper Review #10677098 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009 car safety problem was reported on Dec 22, 2014.TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2009, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . the driver side sun visor droops down. toyota is not taking responsibility for this issue. it seems to be happening alot. it falls while i'm driving, and i'm afraid it will cause me to get in a wreck. toyota needs to recall this visor. poor design..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JTEDS41AX92. Toyota Highlander 2009 problem was reported in BRADENTON, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. |
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