2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid engine problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check hybrid system and two other unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact managed to coast the vehicle to the side of the highway; however, the vehicle failed to restart…”
filed Jan 17, 2023
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. While driving approximately 15 mph, the vehicle lost power, the check engine and abs warning indicators illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. Also, "check hybrid system" appeared on the instrument panel. Fred haas toyota world (20400 interstate…”
filed Jun 19, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Engine and Engine CoolingCampaign 11V539000 · Nov 9, 2011
Related service bulletins
This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while…
T-SB-0009-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 13, 2026OBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0009-26.
T-SB-0119-15 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 13, 2026
Engine problems in other Highlander Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Highlander Hybrid | 3 | 14% |
| 2009 Highlander Hybrid | 4 | 10% |
| 2008 Highlander Hybrid | 10 | 5% |
| 2007 Highlander Hybrid | 8 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.