Brake Light On problems of the 2010 Toyota Highlander

Three problems related to brake light on have been reported for the 2010 Toyota Highlander. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2010 Toyota Highlander based on all problems reported for the 2010 Highlander.

1 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 02/03/2021

My 2010 Highlander hybrid is presenting a code c1391 for an issue with the brake actuator assembly and brake booster pump assembly. Currently my abs, traction control, and check brake system lights are on with a message not to drive the vehicle. Toyota has recognized this issue and offered free repairs, extending coverage until Dec 31, 2020. The customer support program bulletin to support this is pol19-06. This issue raised a big enough issue for Toyota to extend coverage. It needs to be a recall, as the total repair costs exceed $3500 in most cases for a part Toyota has essentially admitted was defected.

2 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2014

On July 16, 2014 I turned my car on, ready to return home to new jersey from brooklyn, at this point the brake light signal, abs, and warning icon all turned on. The camera displayed a text stating brake malfunction and giving instructions to park the car immediately. I called the Toyota 800 number and followed their recommendations, l had the car tow to the nearest Toyota dealer, bay ridge Toyota of brooklyn. I picked up the car on the 18 th, I was told they ran all tests an they found everything properly installed. They scan test clean all dtc performed initialization and calibration of the linear solenoid valve. They road tested the vehicle and confirmed repair, no lights on, at a cost of $227 plus tax. Today the 28 of October as I turned my car on I face the same problem all the brake lights, abs, warning, and display text indicating malfunction, to stop the car. I again called for tow went to Toyota of hillside in NJ, explained what happened. Was ask why I had the car tow after telling the service representative about the brakes. How can anyone drive a vehicle that is warning you not to do so. I also spoke to the service manager stating that I don't think I should pay for this service again since its been only 1500 miles or a little over 90 days since the same problem. Am sure there's more to this. Than you .

3 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 12/06/2010

The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Highlander. While driving approximately 20 mph the contact applied pressure to the brake pedal but the brakes did not respond. A warning brake failure light illuminated on the dashboard. The contact was able to drive onto the side of the road and turn the vehicle off. After turning the vehicle back on the warning light did not illuminate nor did the failure recur. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was being diagnosed. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 22,400.


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