2004 Toyota Highlander engine and engine cooling problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2004 Toyota Highlander — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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…”
filed Aug 27, 2012
“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”
filed Mar 2, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Engine and Engine CoolingCampaign 11V539000 · Nov 9, 2011
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Highlander years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Highlander | 3 | 1% |
| 2017 Highlander | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 Highlander | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 Highlander | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 Highlander | 3 | 1% |
| 2012 Highlander | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 Highlander | 5 | 3% |
| 2010 Highlander | 2 | 1% |
| 2009 Highlander | 5 | 4% |
| 2008 Highlander | 18 | 4% |
| 2007 Highlander | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 Highlander | 21 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Toyota Highlander
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.