2006 Toyota Highlander Recall Details
Toyota has announced an official recall of Highlander on Oct 21, 2010. The model affected in the recall is 2006 version. The 2006 Toyota Highlander recall summary below will explain about the recall info, consequences, and remedy subjected to the recall.
2006 Toyota Highlander Recall Summary
Toyota has started recalling few 2006 Highlander models. Other vehicles like 2005-2006 Avalon, 2004-2006 Lexus RX, and 2006 Lexus GS were also affected in the recall along with Highlander.
Normally, brake fluid consisting of polymers, is used in the vehicle, which acts as lubricants for the brake system components. If the replacement brake fluids used in the vehicle don’t comprise of polymers, rubber seal positioned at the rear of brake master cylinder can get dry and inturn lead to leakage of brake fluid.
Consequences
Brake fluid leakage leads to brake pedal change and that degrades the braking performance.
Remedy
Dealers were notified to replace the newly designed seal. The safety recall already started on Nov 15th 2010. Owners can contact Toyota @ 1-800-331-4331 and Lexus @ 1-800-255-3987. The number of potential units affected in the 2006 Toyota Highlander recall is around 728544.
Stay tuned for more updates regarding the recalls associated to Toyota Highlander.
