Abs Brake Fail problems of the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

I purchased the vehicle used in August 2018. In January, warning lights indicated a �vsc system� problem. The event occurred while I was driving. I researched car repair websites and forums, and discovered that this is often a simple problem with a sensor for the fuel door, or a linkage in the accelerator assembly. I followed instructions, and the light turned off. Over the past six weeks, the lights have returned, usually in association with refueling the vehicle. I took the vehicle to a dealer today, and was informed that an abs actuator was failing. The part is $1700 from Toyota, with labor totaling $600. Further research revealed the problem was widespread, but the only remedy was a �warranty enhancement� that has already expired. I cannot afford this repair, and I was not informed of this issue at purchase. Because this issue was critical for vehicle safety, I felt the need to alert the NHTSA to a continuing problem.

Brake acuatotor failed. Abs system failure. Loss of brakes!!!!!.

We purchased a Toyota highlander with the hopes of getting a reliable transportation vehicle due to its high ratings and reported reliability. . . Sadly, I was mistaken when the abs brakes failed to respond and I nearly got into a horrible accident driving the car on the highway. Upon getting the vehicle looked at, it was ascertained that the abs actuator assembly was to blame. The cost!!!!!!!!! $1,900 and no recall on a part that should last the lifetime of the vehicle!!!!!! I could of been killed in this faulty contraption due to manufacturers negligence.

Abs brake accumulator failure. Vsc warning light. Code c1391 90k miles. $3000 repair. Abs pump fails so you have less braking force on heavy SUV at highway speed. . . All 2006 Highlander Hybrid and Lexus 400h impacted. Toyota internally acknowledged this and redesigned the accumulator for the new highlander. No recall due to the significant cost of accumulator.