| Issue ID | 1230091 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10782902 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | HIGHLANDER |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| File date | 10/10/15 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Lift gate handle literally fell off and broke as we were closing the door using the power button on the rear door. Screw just fell out of its attachment. Unable to use power lift gate function. Part of the rear door area where the hinge is attached is warped, possibly structural issues. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 80000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CORONA, CA |
| VIN pattern | 5TDZK3EHXCSXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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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