Power Train Related Problems of the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (four problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Toyota Highlander Hybrid


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Power Train problem

I found some info in a forum where multiple people have the same complaints about leaking around the axle. I was informed that the right axle seal needs replacement when I took my vehicle to the dealership for a multi-point inspection.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

My 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid loses all power on ice or any slippery surface. This has caused my car to "die" on several occasions including entering and exiting highways, driving on hills, driving in snow. I have slid off my driveway when I encountered an icy patch. I had no control.   Read details...

The Transmission Noise problem

I was driving the vehicle and heard a loud popping noise on the way to the dealership for recall work. Once the technician opened the inverter case we found the wiring harness for both the inverter and transmission were completely melted and cooked due to a fire inside the inverter.   Read details...


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