| Issue ID | 1526599 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11165675 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | HIGHLANDER |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 28/12/18 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Buying new car, potential buyer of this car had a mechanic check it out. Found extensive rust involving frame and suspension. Not safe to drive. I live in nc mountains with extensive snow and ice and salted roads. Toyota has had previous rust issues and mechanic said he's seeing this more with local highlanders |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 58000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BLOWING ROCK, NC |
| VIN pattern | JTEEP21A070XXXXXX |
| 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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