2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid problems
The Toyota Highlander, also known as the Toyota Kluger (Japanese: トヨタ・クルーガー, Hepburn: Toyota Kurūgā), is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Toyota since 2000.
Announced in April 2000 at the New York International Auto Show and arriving in late 2000 in Japan and January 2001 in North America, the Highlander became one of the first car-based mid-size SUV or mid-size crossovers. The Highlander is the crossover counterpart to the more rugged, truck-based mid-size 4Runner and became Toyota's best-selling SUV before being surpassed by the smaller RAV4 in 2006.
The first-generation model was sold in Japan as the Kluger, which was exclusive to dealership network called Toyota Netz as a larger alternative to the RAV4. The Kluger nameplate is also used in Australia because "Highlander" is a trademarked trim line name owned by Hyundai. The name is derived from the German word klug, which means smart or clever (Klüger – with diacritics – means "someone who is smarter than another" in German).
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Common 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid problems
The 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners.
Another significant problem area for the 2017 Highlander Hybrid is the electrical system, with 20 registered complaints. These issues include random shut-offs, engine failures to start, and battery failures. Some owners have reported that their vehicles stalled twice at red lights, with no power to steer, almost causing accidents due to the lack of control.
Service brake failure is another concern for the 2017 Highlander Hybrid, with 16 complaints. These issues include system failures, lack of power, starting difficulties, and unusual noises. Some owners have reported unintended acceleration, where the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle continued to move forward, resulting in accidents.
Lastly, there are reports of hard shifting and rapid acceleration, with 33 "Other" registered complaints. Some owners have found metal shavings and dark gunk in the transmission fluid, while others have experienced the car jumping into gear and crashing into garage doors while the engine was running.
These issues are crucial to consider when purchasing a 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, as they can significantly impact the vehicle's safety and reliability. However, it is essential to note that the 2017 Highlander Hybrid still has a solid history of performance and reliability among consumers, and the majority of these problems are not widespread.
What is the problem with the 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid?
The 2017 Toyota Highlander faced four NHTSA recalls, but none are too serious. They address issues related to improperly torqued roof rails, leaky windshields, and an underinflated spare tire. The biggest concern is a weak fuel pump that could potentially cause the vehicle to stall in traffic.
Is there any recalls for a 2017 Toyota Highlander?
(GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.
How many miles will a Toyota Highlander hybrid last?
The Highlander model has been found to be one of the best cars on the road when it comes to longevity. If all goes well, the potential lifespan of the Highlander can reach upwards of 250,00 miles!
What is the most common problem with Toyota Highlander?
Common Issues With The Toyota Highlander
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What is the common problem of Toyota Highlander?
A: Yes, some Toyota Highlander models experienced issues such as engine bolts becoming stripped, which led to coolant leaks and overheating and, in some cases, necessitating complete engine replacements. These problems were prevalent around 130,000 miles.
Are there any recalls on 2017 Toyota Highlanders?
(GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.
Can you drive a Highlander Hybrid with a dead battery?
If the high-voltage battery completely dies, however, the car won't be able to be driven at all, in most cases.
Is the 2017 Highlander dependable?
2017 Toyota Highlander: Key Points. Reliability ratings are great with no widespread mechanical issues. There are improvements from 2015, making models from 2016 and newer good choices. There's an efficient 4-cylinder and V6 with average power.
2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Highlander hybrid problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Unknown or other problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid
The NHTSA has received 209 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH6HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: As the electronic back hitch was closing, I pressed the Start Engine button and the vehicle dashboard lit up but would not start. Then I pressed the button again and it said the Ignition is On. Pressed again to shut off. Vehicle made a bunch of clicking noises but would not start. Disconnected battery to “re boot” electrical system… but a charger on battery and then the vehicle started. BUT the ! And Check Engine light was now on… saying take to your dealer… Check AWD. Drove vehicle at lunch time… and warning light and check engine light just went off! So weird!
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-04
- VIN: 5TDDGRFH7HS
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Several weeks ago my wife noticed that the vehicle skids when accelerating and she told me about the situation. I hardly drive the vehicle because I was not aware of the situation, but today I drove it and realized what is happening. I am not a mechanic to give a diagnosis of the situation. For me it could be the transmission and it only has 85K. I'm going to do the next oil change at the dealer. Right now I do them at Firestone, it's close to my house and for me it's more convenient.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-06
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH0HS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: During the Multi Point Inspection, technician inspected the vehicle. He checked the engine, transmission, and cooling system, topping off all fluids. However, the engine was failing inspection as there was oil underneath the vehicle, which was also seen around the engine, due to an oil leak.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-18
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- VIN: 5TDJZRFHXHS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked but still running in a driveway on an incline. After exiting the vehicle, there were abnormal beeping and ticking noises detected, and the vehicle began to roll down the street. The contact and daughter were pinned between the door and the vehicle. The contact's daughter sustained injuries to her chin and teeth. The driver has lumps and bruises on her leg and back pain, but medical attention was not provided. The rear wheels were on the curb and hit a trash can, and the vehicle stopped rolling. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-21
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH6HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2017 Highlander with the Auto Start/Stop. It will sometimes go completely dead when idling, like at a stop light. Completely dead meaning zero electricity - no lights. This will last a couple of seconds. But one day, the car died at a stop light right. No power. Completely dead. Couldn’t turn on my hazard lights Gears were stuck. Couldn’t shift gears.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-31
- VIN: 5TDZZRFH7HS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: my car has 18600.0 miles on it the problem is i started getting a " brakes under powered find a safe place to park" after doing some research, i have been advised to replace the vacuum pump and power booster at cost of aprox. 4 thousand dollars the car is not safe to drive i am disabled so this creates a hard ship for me. this is a major brake component why does it need to be replaced with only 18600.0 miles on it this is my only from of transportation and yes the mileage is correct
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- VIN: 5TDDGRFH6HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: While accelerating onto highways, my Toyota Highlander suddenly misfires, causing rough engine and a natural response to decelerate instead of continuing to accelerate. The ignition coil was blamed, I replace and then a week later it happens again while trying to accelerate on the highway. Another replacement and then it happens again a third time. There was a known issue under Toyota’s TSB 0148-19, where engine computers were reprogrammed and all coils replaced. My vehicle model year and engine model but doesn’t show this TSB. I am aware TSBs are not recalls, but the sudden repeat engine misfires, all in a year, while accelerating to highway speeds, is a concern.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-24
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH8HS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: In city driving, vehicle began exhibiting slightly delayed shifting from 1-2 and 2-3. Downshifts from 3-2 seemed slightly rough. Approximately 5 minutes later when accelerating from a stop on an uphill grade, the shift from 2-3 was delayed (2nd gear disengaged, engine speed increase ~1000RPM, then shifted to 3 abruptly). At next stop, lower gears where not available. Vehicle seemed be in 4th(?) gear when accelerating from a stop. Very little power available. Had to engage hazard flashers and other vehicles navigated around our vehicle. Managed to limp car ~ 1 mile to home. Approaching driveway, Master Warning Light, Check Engine Light and 4WD Warnign light all illuminated. This issue created a loss of power that impaired the drivers ability to maintain a safe speed relevative to traffic. Had this issue occurred during high-speed operation, the vehicle may have been disabled in a high-risk area. Transmission appears to be unreliable.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-25
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH2HS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Bought it used from Lexus Fremont with 46, 600 miles on March 2024 but after driving it for just a little bit over 200 miles, there is a leak underneath the engine and when I had it checked here in Salinas Toyota they found out that the leak is coming from the TIMING CHAIN COVER of which is a big job and I heard a lot from the owners of this Toyotas with the 2GR V6 Engine has this leaking problem.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-03
- VIN: 5TDJZRFHXHS
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Water pump has failed at approx 80,000 miles.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-13
- VIN: 5TDJZRFHXHS
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started jerking, the RPM decreased, and the vehicle started losing motive power. The message "Reduced Engine Power" was displayed. The contact stated that she came to a complete stop at a traffic light. The contact stated that while attempting to drive from a complete top, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle jerked increasingly while driving. The contact veered to the side of the road, where she remained. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring for months. The vehicle was previously taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the low-pressure fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist because the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-10
- VIN: 5TDZARFH0HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Hi- i have always upkeep the maintenance on my vehicle and take pride taking care of it . But now out of nowhere my vehicle throttle was loose the mechanics can’t explain why and now the transmission is not working i have explained to them them driving the car does seem to stop them feels like it wasn’t to accelerate while driving. I don’t know if anyone else have reported this issue but it doesn’t make sense that for a vehicle le that’s been greatly taken care of the transmission is went out .
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-10
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH7HS
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I just bought this car and I noticed when the car is sitting and idling it has a strong smell of raw gas in the passenger compartment. I took it to the fire department and they smelled it as soon as they opened the door. They also said this is not safe and I shouldn't be smelling a strong odor of gas in the passenger compartment.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-18
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH8HS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2017 Toyota Highlander experienced delayed and rough shifting in 3rd gear. Safety of acceleration is affected, especially merging onto highways. Diagnosed with bad transmission on 12/26/2023 by Toyota service. There was no warning lamps or messages prior to failure. Unknown cause, car is regularly serviced per manufacturer recommendations by Toyota. Part on backorder for approximately 3 months.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-09
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH5HS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I HAVE AN ISSUE WHEN MY AIRBAG LIGHT KEEP ON GOING IN AND OUT. I DID GET A LETTER FROM TOYOTA THAT SOME AIRBAGS IS RECALLED BUT WHEN I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THAT MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED ON THE RECALL AND THEY WONT TROUBLESHOOT IT WITHOUT HAVING TO PAY. NEED THIS LOOK AT THAT CAN CAUSE FATAL TO THERE CUSTOMERS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-25
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH2HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: While braked at a red light, my vehicle completely turned off. The engine would not restart, and all electrical panel light indicators did not come back on. I could not even turn on my hazards. The whole car was dead. After about a minute, I was able to restart the vehicle, but it took 5 attempts. I changed my battery two months ago, and just had my car checked by a mechanic and nothing was found to be the problem. No warning lamps or other messages were displayed. About 6 months ago, my car did something similar to this and stalled on the freeway in bumper to bumper traffic. However, this time the electrical panel light indicators came back on. No warning messages displayed. The car restarted after only one try. This is really dangerous to have a vehicle loose all power and completely die out!
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-14
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH0HS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I had an accident on 1/14/24 and the airbags did not deploy. When we bought the vehicle from I-5 Toyota it had been in a previous accident and was repaired. I have a picture from the dash stating “ SRS air bag system malfunction” on the day of incident. The vehicle is being picked up by insurance 1/18/24 to be inspected. There were no warnings prior to the accident.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-27
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH7HS
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle and attempting to buckle the seat belt, the contact became aware that the seat belt was no longer attached. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the anchor point bolts were severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-09
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH7HS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: There is a toyota service bulletin for known transmission issues with this vehicle. I had noticed that my gears weren't shifting properly. The dealer checked vehicle and said transmission was bad, and that toyota would replace it, for free. However, the part would take one month to arrive. This all occurred on 1/9/2024. I was told by the dealer that Toyota would not cover a rental car while the part was on order, but only for the repair itself. The dealer told me the Toyota recommendation was to not drive the vehicle -- but other customers had done so until they received their parts for repair. I picked up my vehicle after work at approximately 7:15pm. While driving, the vehicle completely shutdown on me in a major highway miles from downtown Philadelphia, in a flooding rainstorm that produced nearly 4 inches of rain. If Toyota knows there is a problem with this vehicle and its transmission, then why is there no recall? And if I'm being told the I should not drive the vehicle, then why isn't it mandated or required for them to provide me a rental - especially since this is the fault of Toyota?
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-05
- VIN: 5TDKZRFH4HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I had my battery replaced about 3 days ago at the Toyota dealership . Yesterday, I was stopped at a red light and when I attempted to drive, the vehicle stalled. “Braking power low” message on the dashboard and the car would not restart. I was able to jump start it after about 30 minutes. I got towed to a local repair shop who could not identify or duplicate the issue. I had no warning indicators other than failing to start the morning of getting the battery replaced 3 days ago.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-12
- VIN: 5TDKZRFHXHS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: This 2017 Highlander Blizzard Pearl White paint is defective on the drivers side door. Paint started to bubble in 2021 then peeled off with rust stains underneath due to water damage. It appears that there is no sealant on the door for the paint to adhere so it continues to peel and rust. A defective paint job on this vehicle when manufactured. Please have Toyota take responsibility for their irresponsible paint job on this door. The vehicle has never been in an accident or hit with anything on the drivers side of the door. They need to correct their incomplete and incompetent painting. There seems to be no sealant underneath for the paint to adhere to. Please address this error.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-02
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH4HS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. As a result of the failure, the contact was unable to maneuver or control the vehicle before coming to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure and advised the contact that a Toyota technician needed to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not assist. The failure mileage was 66,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-14
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH5HS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Highlander shift issue 11/14/2023 On 11/14/2023, our 2017 Toyota Highlander, vin# [XXX] , upon driving the transmission decided on its own to disengage. Our Highlander stopped propelling itself in either direction. We had to manually push our vehicle into a parking spot and await the tow truck. Our Highlander is in mint condition with 71,400 miles on it. This was scary because the vehicle would shift on the shifter, but for some reason the transmission would not engage. The engine worked perfectly fine. We had the Highlander towed to the nearest Toyota dealer who pushed the vehicle into their garage and placed on a lift. The Highlander had no idiot lights on, no cable issues, fluid was fine per the Toyota Technician. The Toyota Tech placed the vehicle on their main computer and there were no error codes. The Tech reset the computer on the vehicle with a Toyota Master computer, and the vehicle started to work as normal. I consider this a huge issue and I thank God that my wife was not on the interstate highway when this happened. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-13
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH5HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: This is the SECOND incident with this vehicle in the past 4 months. When going to start my vehicle, it would not start. It gave me this error message: Braking power low, Stop in a Safe Place, See owners manual. There is NOTHING about this in the owners manual. The first time I thought it was battery related and after 3 different chargers on my vehicle, it finally started. Tonight I proceeded to push the button without the foot pedal and the radio came on, so it is definitely not the battery. I've tried several times to start and to no avail. Problem has not been reproduced as i cannot drive my vehicle at this time. No inspection as of yet. No warnings or symptoms prior to failure. Research shows it may have to do with a fuel pump pressure issue. I have paperwork on this issue under a customer support program 23TE01. Hoping this can become a recall and i can get this fixed .
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-04
- VIN: 5TDKZRFH6HS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: About two weeks prior to the transmission failing, I started hearing a high-pitched whining coming from the transmission, difficulty shifting, and lurching forward when engaging the gear. On the evening of October 4th, my wife was driving at 65 mph on a busy freeway in Atlanta when the vehicle lost acceleration. She was nearly hit while stopped on the freeway. Fortunately, kind motorists got out of their cars and pushed her to the side of the road. The car was towed to a Toyota service shop, and we were advised they could not do the repairs. The mechanic stated it was a known internal Toyota issue. I did some research online and found hundreds of posts from Highlander owners of 2017-18 vehicles complaining about issues with the transmission failing. I found Toyota Customer Support Bulletin POL [XXX] dated 4/18/2019, REPAIR COVERAGE FOR UA80 TRANSMISSION ON CERTAIN 2017-2018 MY SIENNA AND CERTAIN 2017-2018 MY HIGHLANDER VEHICLES. The mechanic said the failure code with a failed transaxle and all the symptoms my vehicle experienced were consistent with the bulletin. My time period for the bulletin was for cars produced from November 2016 to December 2017. My vehicle’s manufacturing date was 12/8/2016. Toyota claims my vehicle although produced during this time was not impacted. It is my belief that Toyota was aware of multiple failures on UA80 transmissions on vehicles produced from 2016 to 2020 and deliberately identified a smaller number to avoid a recall. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid.
- Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.
- Consequence: The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.
- Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Components: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
- Summary: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
- Consequence: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
Negative 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid car reviews
Positive 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid car reviews
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It's great to hear that you're enjoying your car! With its powerful engine, you can save a lot on gas costs. The quality is truly awesome, making it one of the best cars you've ever owned.
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You have a great choice with the 2017 limited Hybrid, and it's only $500 more on the sticker price than your 2012 Highlander Hybrid limited!
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Hi there! That's a fine SUV you have.
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Hybrid, although more expensive, has much more responsive braking than the gas version and much better gas mileage in stop and go traffic.
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The car is well done, drives great, and looks beautiful! However, there are a few issues that I have encountered. Firstly, the gas mileage is not as good as I expected. In mostly city driving, I have only been able to achieve 22 mpg, which is lower than the advertised 29 mpg. Even in combined city-highway driving, the car barely reaches 25 mpg. Secondly, I have found the navigation system to be quite difficult to use. Compared to my previous Acura, which had a nice and intelligent navigation system, this one is a bit of a joke. It often sends me on routes that make no sense at all, and it cannot even find my home address. Additionally, the redirecting feature when there is congestion is completely useless, and the response time is very slow. Finally, while the cargo area is large, there is no separate storage compartment, which can be frustrating when items move around as you drive. It is also disappointing that the cargo cover is not included and must be purchased separately, with limited color options available. Despite these issues, I still believe that the car is worth the investment.
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Are you having problems with your 2017 Toyota Highlander hybrid?
Bud Stark 2024-11-04
I purchased this car as we needed a third row, after having a Lexus SUV for several years. Unfortunately, the DVD remote control was missing from the car and we had to wait for the salesman to send it to us. During the year that we have had the car, we have had a few issues such as a small crack in the windshield that quickly spread and required replacement, as well as both front tires going flat at different times. Additionally, we have had some connectivity issues with the Bluetooth system and the DVD system losing sound. Despite these issues, we are hopeful that these can be resolved and we are enjoying the car overall.
Jeffery Bartoletti 2024-05-10
The 3rd row seats are not very practical as they are difficult to climb into and uncomfortable, except for small children. The 2nd row seats are adequate but not great. The cargo room is not as spacious as other cars in its class, such as the 4Runner or even the compact Hyundai Elantra. The power rear door lift is slow and can be frustrating. The sun visors are not very high quality as they do not swivel to adjust the angle and there is no option to have both side and front visors like some other cars in this price range. The heated steering wheel is a nice feature, but it does not heat the 10 and 2 positions which can be disappointing. The warranty is only 3 years/36,000 miles which is not as good as other cars that offer 10/100,000. The information display has many redundant screens and lacks customization which can be overwhelming and distracting. The special Eco display app is not very clear and can be confusing. The Entune subscription fee is not worth it as you can do all the same things without it. The emergency assist is only available after the 1st year with a subscription which is not up to current industry standards that provide lifetime without a fee. The navigation system is less intuitive than other makes of cars I've driven. As a 40-year Toyota owner, I hope Toyota can improve on these issues in the future.