CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 4 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (94 reports).
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid recalls
Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire
Some Toyota vehicles may have a power window master switch where grease was inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts during manufacturing.
Most common 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 197 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 94 |
| Electrical System | 35 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Tires | 9 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 8 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 92,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 212,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the master, brake system, ABS warning, and traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the message "Brake System Malfunction - Stop in Safe Place Immediatelyâ, check ABS/VSC system, and check braking system" messages were displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic several times, but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 227,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the brake malfunction and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that when she started the vehicle, she was unable to depress the brake pedal to the floor and started to hear an abnormal noise. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the brake booster pump assembly and brake actuator assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V396000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER). WHILE IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO FAIL SAFE LIMP HOME MODE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO NEWARK TOYOTA WORLD (230 E CLEVELAND AVE, NEWARK, DE 19711, (302) 368-6262) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. ADDITIONALLY, DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WOULD COST $600. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 185,000.
ALL WARNING LIGHTS ARE ON TO CHECK BRAKES, ABS. ABNORMAL LEAK IN ACUMULATOR - ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. I WAS SENT A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM WITH MY 2012 PRIUS (ALTHOUGH IT IS FINE) BUT THE HIGHLANDER HAS THE EXACT PROBLEM. WHEN GOOGLING THIS I FOUND MANY 2008 HIGHLANDERS WITH THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. TOYOTA WANTS $3600 TO REPLACE THE ABS ACUMULATOR YET THEY WILL REPLACE THE SAME PART IN THE PRIUS AS A RECALL.
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid questions
Does the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire; Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter; Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls; Air Bags; Air Bags:Side/Window; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
Based on 197 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (94), Electrical System (35), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.