| Issue ID | 1476287 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11103477 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | HIGHLANDER HYBRID |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 26/04/18 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Brake system malfunction lights came on, check abs system lights came on while driving on the freeway and i lost function of my antilock brakes which felt very unsafe at high speeds. Brought it to the mechanic who told me the brake accumulator was leaking internally and will not hold pressure and the actuator has internal nitrogen contamination. They recommend i replace both parts and quoted me $5400! There was a recall on the 2007 mode for the same issue that is currently happening with my 2008 model. I believe there should be a recall on this model as well, as losing your brakes while driving. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 148000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DIXON, CA |
| VIN pattern | JTEEW44A282XXXXXX |
| 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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| Vehicle speed | 65 |
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