Recall Summary

The accelerator pedal in the vehicle got stuck when wide open because of the incompatible driver’s floor mat being trapped. The accelerator pedal that gets stuck due to floor mat may result in high speed and gets tricky to stop the vehicle. It may cause a serious crash.

Remedy

Manufacturers will replace or modify the accelerator pedals on the respective vehicles. Floor surface modifications are also taken into consideration. Dealers were instructed to reshape the accelerator pedal.

In addition to this, Toyota will replace the floor mats with newly designed mat free of charge.

For the customers who do have the previous all-weather floor with similar kind of design, but do not need any new floor mats, Toyota will reimburse its price. Safety recall for this particular vehicle started on March 30th 2010. Owners can contact the manufacturers at 1-800-331-4331.

The number of potential units affected in the 2009 Toyota Highlander recall is 1126915.

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.

Engine Specs

Under the hood, you can find a 2.7-liter 4-cylinder engine and an optional V6 engine.

The four-cylinder engine can generate a torque of around 186 pounds-feet and output power of around 187 hp.

The V6 engine configuration can deliver 270 hp and torque of around 248 pounds-feet. Engine in the vehicle are teamed to a 5-speed auto-transmission.

Interior and Exterior Features

The significant features of 2010 Highlander are:

• 17-inch wheels

• Optional fog lights

• Power lift gate and power windows

• Adaptive cruise control and air conditioning system

• JBL stereo

• Power driver’s seat, power passenger’s seat, and navigation system.

Performance Specs

2010 Toyota Highlander can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just eight seconds. All the trims in the lineup can achieve a mileage of 20 miles per gallon in the city and 27 miles per gallon on the highways.

Price

The base MSRP of Highlander 2010 is around $25,855 and $34,670. The market price of the vehicle is $23,962 and the invoice price ranges from $23,269 -$31,202.

Cool 2010 Toyota Highlander Photos

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For 2011, Highlander receives restyled front and rear ends, rear climate control, and 50/50 split folding third row seat.

 
The more efficient hybrid model is also capable of seating seven passengers in comfort.

Engine Specs

Two engine choices are offered with the new Highlander.



The base model is equipped with a 2.7-L four-cylinder engine that cranks out 187 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque. This power is sent to front wheels via 6-speed automatic transmission.

The trims SE and Limited are powered by a standard 3.5-L V6 engine that puts out 270 horsepower and torsion of about 248 lb-ft. This engine is available as option on base model. This engine is mated to a 5-speed automatic gear transmission. It is available with either standard front-wheel or optional all-wheel drive guise.

The hybrid version is powered by a same 3.5-L V6 gasoline engine combined with electric motor generating 280 horsepower. It is paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission. It can tow up to 3500 pounds.

Highlander is capable of towing up to 5,500 pounds. In performance testing, 2011 Highlander went from zero to sixty mph in a time span of 7.5 seconds.

Gas Mileage

The fuel economy of base model is 20 mpg in city, 25 mpg on hwy and 2 mpg on combined driving. The front-wheel 7 Passenger Toyota Highlander models achieve 18/24/20 and AWD reduce the number to 17/22/19. The hybrid model gives an average of 28 mpg in both city and highways.

Toyota Highlander Heavy Duty Back Seat Floor Mat

These floor mats are manufactured by Husky liners especially for your car. They are made by using superior quality rubberised materials.

Heavy Duty Back Seat Floor Mat

For more information about this product, click here.

Toyota Highlander Freeway Blaster Horn

The freeway blaster horn is manufactured by FIAMM using superior quality materials.

Freeway Blaster Horn

Log on to the link that follows to order freeway blaster horn.

Toyota Highlander Car Cover

These covers are planned for light weight and are compact for better indoor storage featured with a three layer polypropylene construction.

Car Cover

You can place your order for Toyota Highlander car cover here.

Chrome Cone Seat Wheel Locks

The dimensions for these wheel locks is- 1.28″ Length, Thread Size M12 x 1.5, and Hex Size 13/16″.

Seat Wheel Locks

Premium Bracketless Wiper Blade

The wipers are manufactured using high quality materials. They protect the windshield from snow, dirt, and debris.

Wiper Blade

Here’s a quick Amazon link to order the premium bracketless wiper blade.

Custom Molded Front Floor Liner

These floor mats for Toyota Highlander are manufactured by Husky Liners; the mats are made by using high quality rubberized non slip materials.

Front Floor Liner

Toyota Highlander Freeway Blaster Horn

The FIAMM unit Freeway Blaster Horn is characterized by the projection of steel and plastic; it has a mounting solution.

Freeway Blaster Horn

Here’s a quick Amazon link to order Toyota Highlander Freeway Blaster Horn.

Toyota Highlander Seat Style Lug Nuts

These lug nuts have a dimension of 1.45″ Overall Length. They are available as a set of four Lug Nuts.

Seat Style Lug Nuts

Follow this link to order these lug nuts.

Toyota Highlander Seat Wheel Installation Kit

• 1.5 inch Lug Length
• Thread Size M12 x 1.5

Wheel Installation Kit

Toyota Highlander Premium Bracketless Wiper Blade

Advanced coating also reduces the talking head and produces a smooth and consistent clean surface. This high performance blade helps in preventing snow, ice, debris, and mud from sticking to the windshield.

Bracketless Wiper Blade

What’s New for 2011?

2011 Toyota Highlander gets a new front fascia, fenders, hood, 17-inch wheels, headlights, and taillamps. The top-of-the-line Limited edition is featured with silver roof rails and 19-inch wheels, whereas the SE edition gets a power liftgate. Daytime running lights have been offered as a standard feature across the lineup of Highlander.

Engine Changes

The 2.7 liter 4-cylinder engine that was available in the previous version is now standard on the SE 2WD version for generating 187 hp power, whereas a 3.5 liter V6 engine is offered on the Limited edition for delivering 270 hp. The EPA estimates for fuel economy is almost the same as that of the previous version because of the same power-trains (20/27 mpg in city/highways for the base model).

Latest Features

Several new features are included as a part of 2011 Toyota Highlander changes. For instance, the navigation system is no longer restricted to the Limited edition. At last, Highlander is integrated with a USB interface for music players.

Procedure to Change Oil in a Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Make use of a jack to lift the vehicle; now, support the vehicle on the jack stands. If not, you can also drive it on to wheel ramps.

Open the hood of the vehicle. Take away the oil filler cap and dipstick, which can be found beside the engine.

Keep the following things ready- socket wrench, oil drip tray, cleaning cloth, oil filter wrench, and new oil filter. Now, move under the vehicle.

Find out the oil drain plug and oil filter under the vehicle. Remove the drain plug by making use of a 14mm wrench.

Pull it out and collect the oil in the oil drip tray. You can also check the threads and gaskets in the process and change them if needed. Remove the oil filter by making use of oil filter wrench.

Replace the old filter with a new one. Tighten the filter by hand and place back the drain plug with the help of a wrench.

Remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle. Add back the oil and switch on the engine. Ensure that the pressure gauge for oil rises; if not, add little more oil. Switch off the engine and check the appropriate level of oil using a dipstick.

Now that you know the Toyota Highlander Hybrid oil change procedure, you can do this routine maintenance on your own.