Two problems related to engine shut off without warning have been reported for the 2006 Toyota Highlander. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Toyota Highlander based on all problems reported for the 2006 Highlander.
Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at 75 mph the vehicle's dashboard illuminated and the engine shut off completley. The power steering and brakes still worked but the fuel pedal did not accelerate the vehicle. The contact coasted to the side of the road and checked the fluid levels and was then able to restart the vehicle to exit off the high way. The contact pulled off and restarted the engine again and the vehicle returned to normal the vehicle was taken to an individual mechanic to try to duplicate the issue for a diagnosis. The engine had been replaced by the mechanic a few months ago before. This issue occured since the engine was replaced. There was a short term warranty on the engine replacement. The dealer and manufacturer had not been contacted yet. The mileage was 290,000. Tf.
Tl- the caller has a 20006 Toyota Highlander. The contacted that while traveling done the down the highway the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was traveling 55mph and the vehicle compleyely shut down. No warning lights came on before the vehicle shut down. The dealer stated that no problems were found when a diognostic performed on the vehicle. The vehicle had 63000 miles at the time of the failure and those are also the current mileage. Rl.