2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The most recent was reported on September 4, 2013.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
September 4, 2013	13V-396	Hybrid propulsion system: inverter	133,081

Recall details

Hybrid propulsion system: inverter

September 4, 2013 · Toyota Motor Corporation · Campaign 13V-396

What is wrong: 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. The Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module may contain transistors that have higher operating temperatures than the solder can support and the transistors may be heat damaged by the solder. If this occurs, various warning lamps, including the malfunction indicator lamp, slip indicator light, brake system warning light, and master warning light, will be illuminated on the instrument panel.

Risk: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. It is possible that the hybrid system will shut down while the vehicle is being driven, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the most recent reported on September 4, 2013. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Hybrid propulsion system (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.