2004 Toyota Highlander Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 10
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 10 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine block · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota highlander. The contact stated that she noticed a leak from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis who stated that the leaking fluid was antifreeze. The contact was also advised that the cylinder head bolts and threads would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. The failure and the…
ODI 10472601
Engine And Engine Cooling
Coolant loss due to stripped head bolts in the engine block. No smoke or heat or warning on dash. Have to change engine block costing $6,000 for parts and repair. Dealer not responding. Always have received maintenance with the same dealer/service center. *tr
ODI 10450090
Engine And Engine Cooling
My car started heating up as i accelerated onto the highway. I saw the dial going into the red zone. I pulled off the highway and was towed at my expense to hilltop richmond toyota. I was told that afternoon that the head gasket and the water pump both blew out. I now have a $2,500 repair on my hands. After researching this i found that this is happening to many toyota owners and that was verified by the dealership…
ODI 10446744
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota highlander. While driving approximately 40 mph, the contact noticed that the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the cylinder behind the intake manifold was leaking and that she would need to replace the engine. The dealer advised the contact that since the vehicle was no longer under warranty they…
ODI 10381449
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota highlander. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph, and noticed that the temperature gauge rapidly increased to hot and the engine began to overheat. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle for one hour and then resumed driving without the engine overheating. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing where they were…
ODI 10375547
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota highlander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph the engine started to overheat and smoke. None of the warning lights appeared nor did the temperature gauge inform him that it was going to overheat. The vehicle was inspected by a independent mechanic who informed him that the threads from the engine bolt stripped and he needed to replace the engine. The vehicle…
ODI 10371259
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota highlander. The contact stated that the vehicle was loosing coolant because of a fractured strip head bolt in the engine, causing the vehicle to smoke and overheat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 95,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10370659
Engine And Engine Cooling
2004 toyota highlander. Consumer expresses discontent regarding toyota *tgw the consumer stated on four occasions, the vehicle stalled in heavy traffic. On the fourth occasion, it not only stalled, but rolled backwards into another vehicle behind the consumer. The consumer has since traded the vehicle. (consumer didn't state if there was property damage) *jb
Crash reported
ODI 10374440
Engine And Engine Cooling
Coolant loss due to stripped head bolts in the engine block. Engine over heated. *tr
ODI 10294646
Engine And Engine Cooling · Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Indicator lights on dash say contact your dealer. One is the tire pressure and the other is the engine. Have carried to dealer 3 times and still occurs. They are supposed to pickup tomorrow and correct tire pressure light. Only listed last date
ODI 10128624