| Issue ID | 1392218 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11005468 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | HIGHLANDER HYBRID |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 26/01/17 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Vehicle makes a very scary "eeek eeek" noises when the brake pedal is depressed both when car is not moving and also during braking. Dealer diagnosed the issue to a malfunction of abs actuator (part # 44510-48080 superseded by part # 44050-48320). Total cost of parts plus labor quoted over $4000. Note: toyota has done warranty extension for same type of problem with other models like the 07-08 highlander hybrid, prius hybrid, lexus rx400h, etc. However 2008+ highlander hybrids have not been included yet. This should be a recall or warranty extension. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 118000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CEDAR PARK, TX |
| VIN pattern | JTEEW44A482XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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