2008 Toyota Highlander service brakes, hydraulic problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 2008 Toyota Highlander — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The mechanic retrieved DTC: C1391, indicating that the brake actuator…”
filed Feb 21, 2023
“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota highlander. While driving approximately 25 mph and applying pressure to the brakes, the contact noticed that the vehicle continued to accelerate. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they performed a diagnostic test which concluded that the brake booster had…”
filed Apr 11, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Highlander years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Highlander | 1 | 0% |
| 2019 Highlander | 2 | 0% |
| 2018 Highlander | 5 | 2% |
| 2017 Highlander | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 Highlander | 1 | 0% |
| 2012 Highlander | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 Highlander | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 Highlander | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 Highlander | 5 | 4% |
| 2007 Highlander | 6 | 5% |
| 2006 Highlander | 23 | 8% |
| 2005 Highlander | 13 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Toyota Highlander
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.