Thinking of taking your family on an adventure in a fully packed amazing system features of the most sought-after, versatile and rugged midsize SUV without knowing the problems associated with the vehicle is like taking the biggest risk of the century.
Despite Toyota Highlander’s popularity for its family option, roomy interior with a good fuel consumption and abundance techy features, there are still a few problems associated with the brand-model. Knowing these problems and how to avoid or solve them will save you a lot of money for maintenance and peace of mind to enjoy your ride.
Below are a few common problems Toyota Highlander to consider when going for this super cool, luxury vehicle;
There are also individual problems found in each year-model and they are listed below;
COMMON PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH LEXUS ES 350 MODELS
V6 model is pricey compared to most competitors
Optional third-row seating is very cramped for adults
The third-row seat still most suitable for children
Electric steering hinders handling
Little cargo room with all seats in use
Cramped third row
Below-average cargo space with all seats in use
Small third row
Underpowered base engine
Cramped third row
Sluggish acceleration with a base engine
Lackluster power with a four-cylinder engine
Cramped third row
Third-row seats aren’t adult-friendly
Dull performance and handling
Cramped third-row seat
Weak four-cylinder base engine
Body roll when rounding corners
Confining third-row seat
So-so standard four-cylinder engine
If buying a Toyota Highlander is your option, ensure you schedule an inspection with a certified mechanic and make sure the vehicle is in good condition before you buy, especially when you are buying and Fairly Used (Tokunbo) or Nigerian Used.
- Moldy smell from the air conditioning system: This is found in 2004, 2008 – 2013 models with the power tailgate becoming stuck in the open or closed positions, and excessive wind noise at highway speeds.
- Oil leaks and a Clunking Noise: This is common in the 2008 – 2013-year models. The oil leaks from a faulty variable valve timing (VVT-i) oil supply hose and an oil cooler pipe and clunking noises are heard when turning the steering wheel
- An electrical fault within the hybrid inverter assembly: This causes the vehicle to stall while driving and found in the 2008 through 2010 models.
- Airbag Light Due to Problematic Center Airbag Sensor: This causes the airbag malfunction light to illuminate.
- Check Engine Light Due to Hose Off of Air Filter Housing: This happens when the air filter is changed, it knocks off a hose on the air filter housing, which is part of the emission control system.
- Check Engine Light Due to Failed Oxygen Sensor Component: The Check Engine Light illuminates when a component of the oxygen sensor stops working.
- Ignition Coil fails after 100,000 Miles: On higher mileage the engine misfires and develop and/or the Check Engine Light may illuminate due to a failed ignition coil.
- Rust at the bottom or under the vehicle: This is caused by exhaust, radiators, and muffler leakage
There are also individual problems found in each year-model and they are listed below;
COMMON PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH LEXUS ES 350 MODELS
2007 Toyota Highlander
Conservative, unoriginal stylingV6 model is pricey compared to most competitors
Optional third-row seating is very cramped for adults
2008 Toyota Highlander
The third-row seat still most suitable for children
Electric steering hinders handling
Little cargo room with all seats in use
2009 Toyota Highlander
Not much fun to driveCramped third row
2010 Toyota Highlander
Underpowered four-cylinder engineBelow-average cargo space with all seats in use
Small third row
2011 Toyota Highlander
Underpowered base engine
Cramped third row
2012 Toyota Highlander
Sluggish acceleration with a base engine
2013 Toyota Highlander
Lackluster power with a four-cylinder engine
2014 Toyota Highlander
Less cargo space than rivals2015 Toyota Highlander
Cramped third row
2016 Toyota Highlander
Third-row seats aren’t adult-friendly
2017 Toyota Highlander
Dull performance and handling
Cramped third-row seat
2018 Toyota Highlander
Weak four-cylinder base engine
Body roll when rounding corners
2019 Toyota Highlander
Confining third-row seat
So-so standard four-cylinder engine
If buying a Toyota Highlander is your option, ensure you schedule an inspection with a certified mechanic and make sure the vehicle is in good condition before you buy, especially when you are buying and Fairly Used (Tokunbo) or Nigerian Used.
There are also more tips online to check when buying. Visit Naijauto.com and select from a list of available Toyota Highlander from our verified and Certified dealers.
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