2009 Toyota Highlander Brakes Problems

“Abs, traction control, brake malfunction light on in dash due to the ABS brake pump and actuator not having enough power and a abnormal leak. The lights stay on for a day or 2 and go off for about the same time first time lights came on I hit pounding water on interstate on my way home from work at around 7pm an lost control of the vehicle. Luckily I didnt hit anything. The traction control, ABS is not working. I have seen where the 2008 models have been recalled for the same issue.”

“I was sold over internet by vandergrift Toyota of arlington,tx a falsely advertised 2009 Toyota Highlander,that was delivered to me in san antonio, tx in enclimate weather and while I was in a full body brace, I had told them of weather, and was in down pour when they delivered, I was unable to examine car in my condition and weather till next morning. Car had been wrecked, had silt in rear tail lights, I tried to have dealership fix it, by taking car back to them, I did not hv another car. …”

“2009 vehicle (manufactured 9/2008) only has 83k miles on it. Croaking sound for week or so and then one morning ABS failure warning on display. Codes are c1241 and c1391. Same problem as others. Needs new ABS pump and actuator. The parts are #44050-48320 and #44070-48020and cost over $3k for parts alone. Very disappointed in Toyota, I thought Toyota quality was better than this.”

“Faulty brake actuator. This is causing the vehicle calibers to engage without touching the brake pedal..the brake stays stuck causing one of the four tires to drag.this is a very dangerous malfunction and could cause death or bodily injury.”

“The brake warning light has come on, including the abs, anti skid , and the triangle warning light. The OBD 2 scanner is indicating code C1253. This indicates brake actuator, & or brake booster. This a known problem for Toyota hybrid highlanders from 2008 to 2011. Toyota knows there is a problem, has a posted a customer service bulletin (CZN), but expired 2020. (This doesn't mean the part still can't fail.)The local dealer, and the Toyota home office refuses to step in with any help. If this was a known problem by Toyota, why isn't there a recall? …”