2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 5%of 197 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 117,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, 5% of the 197 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 117,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The car just stopped moving - engine was running & all systems were on. The warning systems starting displaying the following messages: check hybrid system, check vsc system, check brake system, check 4wd system. The car had no 'limp' mode, and I was fortunate enough to coast to a parking space. Prior to this the car was running fine with no signs of failure. I had it towed to the shop and was told the hybrid inverter had gone out. Upon researching this it appears to be a common problem with the highlander's, and there was a recall on the 2006/07 models. …”
NHTSA complaint #10537929, filed 2013-08, 124,000 miles“I own a 2008 Toyota hybrid highlander.I have experienced a lag before the brakes kick in and it seems like the car is accelerating as I am braking. It ifeels as if when it happens I am hitting the brake and gas pedal at the same time. It is somewhat frightening. It has happened at least 5 times since I have owned the car. I believe it is the same issue as the preius. It feels like a brief surge. Please investigate as Toyota is not recalling the hybrid highlander. I believe it is the same technology and issue the preius is experiencing”
NHTSA complaint #10307362, filed 2010-02, 29,000 miles“Failed ABS brake accuator assembly. This is a known issue and Toyota has paid for camry owners to have theirs fixed free of charge. The dealer wants $3800 to replace mine. With as many complaints as there are out there coupled with the danger involved with this part failing there should be a recall. It caused us to very nearly have an accident due to loss of braking power. I hope Toyota doesnt wait for someobe to be killed before they act on this.”
NHTSA complaint #10885265, filed 2016-07, 111,000 miles“After the vehicle is driven to a stop and turned off while still in drive, reverse or neutal, there is no audible or visual warning that the car is not in safely in park. When you take your foot off the brake pedal, the car will roll away if it's on an incline.”
NHTSA complaint #10789114, filed 2015-11, 32,500 miles“While driving 40 MPH, my dashboard lit up with 'brake brake malfunction', 'ABS chevk ABS', and 'check vsc system'. All dash lights lit up also. Drove to the repair shop and had codes run. No codes were present. This is related to the c1391 code that has a recall on 06&07 highlanders, and 08 camy's. The front right of the engine is making a clicking sound every 20 seconds from the brake stabilizer. Just prior to this for the last 2 weeks, the vehicle has had difficulty obtaining a 'ready' light. Battery has been pulled and bench tested, and all connections were checked. …”
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Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 11% |
| 2019 | 2 | 33% |
| 2018 | 2 | 40% |
| 2016 | 1 | 17% |
| 2013 | 1 | 20% |
| 2012 | 1 | 11% |
| 2011 | 1 | 20% |
| 2010 | 4 | 18% |
| 2009 | 3 | 8% |
| 2008 | 10 | 5% |
| 2007 | 3 | 3% |
| 2006 | 12 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
113 complaintsElectrical system
35 complaintsElectronic stability control
25 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsTires
9 complaintsHybrid propulsion system
8 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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