Other Fuel System Problems of Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners have reported 32 other fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common other fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system tank mounting (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Other Fuel System related problems of Toyota Highlander Hybrid


Recently reported Other Fuel System problems of Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Other Fuel System problem

The hybrid inverter failed when accelerating from a red light. A loud clunk was heard and the car would not move forward. The engine was still running but car would not accelerate and had to be pushed out of the road. "check hybrid system" warning flashed.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Tank Mounting problem

2 issues- the distance to empty only reads 425 miles. With a full 17 gallon tank it should be around 600. When you fill it, it clicks off 3-4 gallons short of full, only holding about 14 gallons. The fuel gauge shows full. I then had to trickle in the remaining 3. 5 gallons.   Read details...

The Gas Tank Strap problem

The gas tank fell partially off and dragged on the road. I was driving on city streets, turning right at 5 mph when I heard a loud pop/snap sound and then a terrible sound of something dragging under the car. Fortunately, I could pull over and stop within 50 feet.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problem

Takata recall- when fuiling from the pump, nuzzles keep shuting off itself like the tank is already full. Its been happening recently. At the same time, check break system by deler start appering. It takes 3 to 4 push to start the car after this error message.   Read details...




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