Consumer Complaints
Vehicles / Toyota / Highlander / 2001
| Id | Vehicle Make | Vehicle Model | Model Year | Complaint Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 004118115 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Sun visor on my toyota highlander falls down all the time. purchased brand new from the dealership. dealership refuses to fix it since it is out of |
| 006104269 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota highlander. the contact attempted to roll up the two rear windows. she heard a loud noise and was unable to roll |
| 006101270 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | We bought our highlander just over a year ago and we have to constantly put oil into vehicle. it only has 80,000 on it, and we have to put about a |
| 006089861 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Tl* - the contactwas disappointed because she took vehicle to the dealership and they didn't want to repair it based on nhtsa recall campaign id |
| 006085825 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | The sun visor on the driver's side will not stay up when placed in the position to block the sun coming into the windshield. it drops down into the |
| 006085178 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Wife complained of intermittent gas smell in 2001 toyota highlander,v-6/awd, for 2-3 weeks. i checked it more than once for leaking under hood and |
| 006070583 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Dt*: the contact stated, while driving 55 mph a noise was heard coming from the engine. the vehicle was maneuvered off the road where it stalled. |
| 006069934 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Driver's side sun visor won't stay up. drops down, blocking view when brakes are applied. other than regular use, no other root cause identified |
| 005057331 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Oxygen sensor failed (caused check engine light to go on), within 24 hours of having it replaced check engine light went on again and a second oxygen |
| 005035705 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Increased pedal stroke lengthen the stopping distance. saw in your website a recall for it. took it to dealer they don't have it in the system so |
| 004034327 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Purchased the vehicle used at about 42,000 miles. it burned oil (1 quart per 1,000 miles) from the first day i had it. the toyota dealership has been |
| 004307783 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | 2001 toyota highlander, v6 engine, auto transmission. there is a definite hesitation/lag/delay in shifting and acceleration. this condition happens |
| 004305609 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | THE CONSUMER STRUCK AN UNIDENTIFIED ROAD DEBRIS. THE FUEL TANK HAD TO BE REPLACED. *NM *SC |
| 003301658 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | REAR WINDSHIELD WIPER CHATTERS ACROSS REAR WINDOW. IMPOSSIBLE TO CLEAN WINDOW. DEALER REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. (ENTIRE ARM ASSEMBLY). *AK |
| 003301657 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | GASKET BEHIND REAR HATCH LOGO/KEYHOLE GARNISH IS PROTRUDING. DEALER REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY.*AK |
| 004301656 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Front mud guards torn at mounting bolts. nothing was done to damage the items. dealer states this is normal wear and tear. vehicle only has 28000 |
| 004296808 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While driving at 60 mph. suddenly the vehicle slowed down the speed, at the same consumer heard a noise coming from the engine. as a result, |
| 004291072 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | After pulling off the road onto a side street consumer heard a strange noise from under the hood. upon merging back onto the road steering wheel |
| 004289166 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | WHILE DRIVING AT 10 MPH AND MOVING INTO A PARKING SPACE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND SURGED AHEAD. THERE WERE NO INJURIES OR A COLLISION. *AK |
| 002286676 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Frequently when the brake pedal was depressed the pedal went to the floor, which caused the brakes not to stop immediately in a panic or emergency |
| 002286675 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Frequently when the brake pedal was depressed the pedal went to the floor, which caused the brakes not to stop immediately in a panic or emergency |
| 002286674 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Frequently when the brake pedal was depressed the pedal went to the floor, which caused the brakes not to stop immediately in a panic or emergency |
| 002286673 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Frequently when the brake pedal was depressed the pedal went to the floor, which caused the brakes not to stop immediately in a panic or emergency |
| 003280331 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | DRIVER WAS HIT ON LEFT FRONT SIDE OF VEHICLE BY ONCOMING CAR IN EXCESS OF 40 MPH AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLY.*AK |
| 004279841 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Check engine and abs brake light come on at the same time; after a while upon restarting the abs brake goes off and the check engine stays on for a |
| 003278518 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Engine oil sludge. the estimated cost of our engine problem was $7,200 (canadian) and it started at 38,000 km (24,000 miles). the matter was resolved |
| 003277686 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Oil sludge issue. the toyota was in the shop for 1.5 weeks. the final bill did not include any totals, but the service manager indicated parts alone |
| 003275911 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | My highlander had sludge in the engine. the engine was cleaned out. i was told that if i change my oil every 3,000 miles instead of 7,500.00 that |
| 003275372 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Engine light started flashing right at 25,000. car gave no sign of failure or anytime of problem. oil changes was performed every 5000/mi and car was |
| 004272856 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Sun roof leaking even with sunroof completely closed. seems to be no drain lines from drain holes in sunroof compartment. water drains into car well |
| 002266722 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While in a car wash driver released pressure from the brake pedal and the vehicle surged forward, hitting another vehicle. it bounced back and surged |
| 003265301 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | The front mudflaps are broken on both sides. i did nothit anything to cause them to fail. as i drive around, i notice that almost all hl's have |
| 002248876 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | I have a 2001 toyota highlander vehicle. at times, when speeds exceed 65 mph the rearview side mirrors create a whistling sound. the dealer has been |
| 003239485 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | My 2001 toyota highlander is burning approximately 1.5 quarts of oil every 3,000 miles. toyota usa says that the allowable limit is 1 quart every 1, |
| 003239451 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Oil sledging problem in my 2001 toyota highlander. i am concerned that toyota's csp policy will not go far enough to rectify this problem. the |
| 003233032 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | When driving my toyota highlander on the highway with the windows rolled down, a piercing high pitch sound elevates and hurts your ear that you cannot |
| 0000223306 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Consumer states while traveling 2-3 mph and applying the brakes vehicle went into extended stopping distance, running into garage door. upon impact |
| 0000223305 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Consumer states while traveling 2-3 mph and applying the brakes vehicle went into extended stopping distance, running into garage door. upon impact |
| 0000223303 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | CONSUMER STATES WHILE TRAVELING 10 MPH REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK |
| 001173076 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | BRAKES FEEL SPONGY WHENEVER THEY ARE APPLIED, NO EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCE HAS BEEN NOTICED.*AK *YH |
| 001168248 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | SEAT BELTS IN REAR OF VEHICLE LOCK WHEN INSTALLING A CAR SEAT. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK |
| 002166992 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Consumer contacted dealer for recall 01v228000 remedy, vehicle was repaired, consumer stated repair did not remedy the problem, please provide |
| 001153061 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While attempting to make a u-turn on dry hot road conditions orginal equipment bridgestone, dueler ht tire with one thousand miles on it, size p225/ |
| 001144381 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While driving about any mph with rear window down will make a lot of vibration and a loud noise that could not be taken by consumer. dealer said |
| 001143604 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | REAR WINDOW REFLECTED SOUND. IF HAD ONE REAR WINDOW ALL WAY DOWN IT CREATED WIND VACCUM THAT HURT EAR DRUMS. CAN CRACK RIGHT REAR WINDOW. *AK |
| 001099345 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While driving on cobblestone road all you hear is metal clattering beneath the body but once you tap the brakes it becomes silent. and i have went to |
| 0000094959 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Front tires cause car to vibrate above 60 mph; sometimes enough to cause me to deccelerate; vibration problem started last year; tires continually go |
| 001087565 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Harmonic noise from beneath car at 30 mph with power applied, similar noise, of lessened magitude at 60 mph. dealer replaced rear differential and |
| 001087564 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Harmonic noise from beneath car at 30 mph with power applied, similar noise, of lessened magitude at 60 mph. dealer replaced rear differential and |
| 001085933 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | The recall work subject to campaign 01v228000 was not performed correctly. the vehicle still has excess pedal travel, and the pedal feel is 'mushy,' |
| 0000085424 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | This is a great vehicle; but trying to read or see the gauges or instruments in the dash cluster is almost impossible. these include the |
| 001083054 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | The design of the automatic shifter places it almost directly over the cup holders of the center console. using the cupholders makes accidential |
| 001082573 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Tinny sound from dashboard (like defective speaker) even at low volume. loose component or poorly installed dash is considered normal by toyota. extra |
| 0000082542 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | This complaint relates to a design defect which makes the instrument cluster and especially the speedometer unreadable a significant amount of the |
| 001082415 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Defective computer at date of purchase. it took toyota 2 months to fix it. i'm not satisfied with toyota service. arbitration was a waste of time. * |
| 001082414 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. IT TOOK TOYOTA 2 MONTHS TO FINALLY FIX IT. I AM NOT SATISFIED WITH THE SERVICE FROM TOYOTA. *AK |
| 001082413 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. IT TOOK TOYOTA 2 MONTHS TO FINALLY FIX IT. I AM NOT SATISFIED WITH THE SERVICE FROM TOYOTA. *AK |
| 001082346 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Approximately three weeks after my accident i received a recall from toyota motor sales for brake master cylinder recall ssc10g. i contacted my dealer |
| 001082345 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Brake master cylinder failed prior to recall notice 01v-228 resulting in an accident the dealer denied any brake failure and the vehicle was returned |
| 001082119 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | When the rear window is rolled down the car create varying pressure in the car causing if not careful the ear drum rupture. one can not drive this car |
| 0000075336 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | A/C WORKS HIGH SPEED ON RECIRCULATING ONLY. DEFECTIVE COMPUTER?*AK |
| 001072201 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | I own a 2001 toyota highlander, 85000 miles. 3 weeks ago the transmission failed. i called the toyota dealership and was told they could not help me. |
| 0000016986 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | When opening the back window the entire vehicle began to vibrate wildly and there was terrible pressure in the drivers ears along with a loud noise, |
| 0000089885 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | The center cupholders are poorly designed and are a safety hazard. when you are removing a drink from the cupholder, it hits the gearshift lever |
| 003229339 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Consumer stated that when attempting to apply the anti lock brakes, the vehicle experienced heavy vibration and caused a distraction to the consumer |
| 003228854 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Consumer stated that when attempting to apply the anti lock brakes, the vehicle experienced heavy vibration and caused a distraction to the consumer |
| 003217835 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | REAR PASSENGER'S WINDOW IS INOPERATIVE. *AK |
| 003206338 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | I bought my 2001 toyota highlander in august 2001..........at 15 months/50,000 miles my transmission started leaking and when it started slipping |
| 003205859 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | I bought my 2001 toyota highlander in august 2001..........at 15 months/50,000 miles my transmission started leaking and when it started slipping |
| 001192088 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | When drving 30 mph and over, the right back window on the passenger side was the only window open, driver was subject to a very painful vacuum sound |
| 001192072 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | When drving 30 mph and over, the right back window on the passenger side was the only window open, driver was subject to a very painful vacuum sound |
| 002185073 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | The consumer states that when driving at 35 mph or higher, and the rear windows are rolled down about 3-4 inches, its very uncomfortable because it |
| 002185072 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | The consumer states that when driving at 35 mph or higher, and the rear windows are rolled down about 3-4 inches, its very uncomfortable because it |
| 002167330 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While traveling at 20 mph driver applied brakes and pedal went to floor, consumer pressed again and vehicle stopped. driver turned to avoid hitting |
| 002167320 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While traveling at 20 mph driver applied brakes and pedal went to floor, consumer pressed again and vehicle stopped. driver turned to avoid hitting |
| 001165552 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While at a stop another vehicle traveling about 45 mph, hit consumer's vehicle in the rear. impact forced consumer into a ditch. vehicle was totalled |
| 001165542 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While at a stop another vehicle traveling about 45 mph, hit consumer's vehicle in the rear. impact forced consumer into a ditch. vehicle was totalled |
| 001163542 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | 01 v 228 000/brake system: recall repairs was done at(ourisman fairfax toyota; fairfax, va; phone# 703/359-1010). after repairs was made, problem with |
| 001161488 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While driving about 65 mph somebody will open rear window, and it will make a tremendous noise, wich will hurt passengers' ears. please provide |
| 001160242 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Vehicle was brand new, and consumer was pushed into cigarette lighter just to test. it. cigarette lighter popped out with force , landing on floor |
| 001154093 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Recall# 01v228000/ manufacturer's recall ssc10g; consumer got recall notice on jul 30, 2001 and made an appointment for aug 1, 2001. took vehicle in |
| 001099352 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While driving on cobblestone road all you hear is metal clattering beneath the body but once you tap the brakes it becomes silent. and i have went to |
| 0000094966 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Front tires cause car to vibrate above 60 mph; sometimes enough to cause me to deccelerate; vibration problem started last year; tires continually go |
| 001087572 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Harmonic noise from beneath car at 30 mph with power applied, similar noise, of lessened magitude at 60 mph. dealer replaced rear differential and |
| 001087571 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Harmonic noise from beneath car at 30 mph with power applied, similar noise, of lessened magitude at 60 mph. dealer replaced rear differential and |
| 001082428 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Speedometer stopped (went to zero) while car operating at 65 mph. registered complaint with toyota, who advised it was acceptable defect, and would |
| 001082427 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Speedometer stopped (went to zero) while car operating at 65 mph. registered complaint with toyota, who advised it was acceptable defect, and would |
| 001082423 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | HARD GEAR CHANGE, DRAG WHEN COASTING (LIKE GEAR DOWN), POOR ACCELERATION. TOYOTA IGNORES THE PROBLEM; THEY SAY IT IS ACCEPTABLE. *AK |
| 001082422 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Defective computer at date of purchase. it took toyota 2 months to fix it. i'm not satisfied with toyota service. arbitration was a waste of time. * |
| 001082421 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Speedometer stopped (went to zero) while car operating at 65 mph. registered complaint with toyota, who advised it was acceptable defect, and would |
| 001082420 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Speedometer stopped (went to zero) while car operating at 65 mph. registered complaint with toyota, who advised it was acceptable defect, and would |
| 001082419 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Front tires are wearing out. vehicle is all wheel drive, not 4 wheel, as advertised. alignment may be computer controlled. computer may be defective, |
| 001082417 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | AIR NOISE (COKE BOTTLE EFFECT) AT HIGH SPEED AND CROSS WIND. SEVERAL COMPLAINTS TO TOYOTA IGNORED. TOYOTA CONSIDERS THIS DEFECT ACCEPTABLE. *AK |
| 001082416 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | HARD GEAR CHANGE, DRAG WHEN COASTING (LIKE GEAR DOWN), POOR ACCELERATION. TOYOTA IGNORES THE PROBLEM; THEY SAY IT IS ACCEPTABLE. *AK |
| 001082353 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Approximately three weeks after my accident i received a recall from toyota motor sales for brake master cylinder recall ssc10g. i contacted my dealer |
| 001082352 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Brake master cylinder failed prior to recall notice 01v-228 resulting in an accident the dealer denied any brake failure and the vehicle was returned |
| 0000019749 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | Prior to recall notice 01v-228 the consumer noticed when braking hard the car would shudders along with a loud noise and the vehicle did not stop as |
| 0000026245 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2001 | While driving some road debris punctured the drivers gas tank resulting in fuel leaking from the vehicle, the plastic shield around the tank was |
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