MYRModel Year Report

2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

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2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
BUILT 2026-09-02

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2005: 1 complaints 2005 2006: 371 complaints 2006 2007: 110 complaints 2008: 197 complaints 2008 2009: 40 complaints 2010: 22 complaints 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 9 complaints 2013: 5 complaints 2014: 2 complaints 2014 2015: 4 complaints 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2020: 9 complaints 2020 2021: 15 complaints 2022: 6 complaints 2023: 9 complaints 2023 2024: 0 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025
2006: 371 complaints
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YearComplaints
20040
20051
2006371
2007110
2008197
200940
201022
20115
20129
20135
20142
20154
20166
20173
20185
20196
20209
202115
20226
20239
20240
20250

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 38%

38% of complaints: service brakes — 141 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AT THE OFF-RAMP OF EAST-BOUND 202/MCQUEEN RD EXIT. MY RIGHT FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY AND HIT THE REAR OF VEHICLE STOPPED IN FRONT OF ME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180612

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT LETTER ZG1 BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE FOR THE OWNER AND A THIRD-PARTY MECHANIC. MECHANIC SUGGESTED IT WAS THE ABS SYSTEM AND RECOMMENDED TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171117

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 74 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and traction battery.

CRASH FIRE
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: hybrid propulsion system — 45 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing inverter.

CRASH
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The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 72 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260115

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9%

9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 33 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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I WAS TURNING RIGHT AT AN INTERSECTION WHEN A WOMAN WALKING HER DOG BEGAN CROSSING THE STREET.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140118

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 8%

8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.

CRASH FIRE
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HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS ... DRIVING IN TRAFFIC OR COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP FAIRLY QUICKLY (I.E. STOP SIGN), THE BRAKE ENGAGES ... LETS GO FOR A SECOND... CATCHES, CAR STOPS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061211

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060724 — vehicle speed control

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND HYBRID VEHICLES, THE TWO RETAINING CLIPS FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE FORWARD CENTER CONSOLE CAN BECOME LOOSE. IF BOTH CLIPS SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, THE COVER MAY

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO FLOOR CARPET COVER RETAINING CLIPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 24, 2006, AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY EARLY SEPTEMBER 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800

Campaign 06V253000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090918 — equipment

TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WH

Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA

Campaign 09V223000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20100216 — RQ (closed 20110301)

Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration

I 20110215 — PE (closed 20110720)

Hybrid inverter failure - vehicle stall

R 20110506 — vehicle speed control

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 LEXUS RX330, RX350, AND RX400H VEHICLES. IF THE FORWARD RETENTION CLIP USED TO SECURE THE FLOO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED ONE FREE OR CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Campaign 11V112000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20111231 — engine and engine cooling

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES; 2004 AND 2005 CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, HIGHLANDER, AND SIENNA VEHICLES, 2006 HIGHLANDER HYBRID; 2004 AND 2005 LEXUS ES330 AND RX330; AND 2006 L

Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL CHECK THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY TO IDENTIFY WHETHER IT WAS PRODUCED BY THE U.S. SUPPLIER. IF SO, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE PULLEY WITH A NEW ONE AT NO CHARGE

Campaign 11V539000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20120105 — electrical system

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 HIGHLANDER HYBRID AND LEXUS RX400H PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 16, 2005, THROUGH AUGUST 30, 2006. A MODULE INSIDE THE INVERTER MODULE MA

Remedy: TOYOTA/LEXUS MAILED AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION ON JULY 19, 2011 TO ADVISE OWNERS OF THIS RECALL AND THE FACT THAT THEY WILL RECEIVE A FUTURE NOTICE WHEN PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS.

Campaign 11V342000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20131104 — hybrid propulsion system

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid vehicles manufactured February 16, 2005, through July 29, 2010; and model year 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h vehicles manufactured February 23, 2005, through December 2, 2008.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IPM free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicles that had their IPM replaced under recall 11V-342 are not affected by this campaign.

Campaign 13V396000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (141 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (74 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for hybrid propulsion system issues (45 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V253000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V223000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V112000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V539000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V342000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 13V396000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.