| Issue ID | 1255319 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10821383 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | HIGHLANDER |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 15/07/15 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The hvac system does not drain completely in hot climates, causing a build up of mold/mildew in the ac system, blowing it into the car. The odor is foul and damaging to customers respiratory systems. This occurs in the summer, in hot months with the ac is used on a daily basis. It does not occur in the winter. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 7000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ALEDO, TX |
| VIN pattern | 5TDKKRFH0ESXXXXXX |
| 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 | 08/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 45 |
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