Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering pump (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering Is Loose problems |
My car has the same problem as described here and in many places online and Toyota refused to include my vehicle for recall. The problem as described by NHTSA as follows report receipt date: Sep 04, 2013 NHTSA campaign number: 13v396000 component(s): hybrid propulsion system all products Read details...
Abs pump and actuator failure. Warning lights on the dash buzzer, and nearly complete loss of stopping power, reduced fuel economy. We own a 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid which confirmed by the dealer has a 100% failure rate which is the exact failure previously recalled on 2006-07 Highlander Read details...
There is a "clicking sound" in the steering column, especially when the car is in motion, and worse if turning the steering wheel while going over a bump. Feels as if something is loose in the steering system. Almost feels like a loose cv joint. Read details...