2001 Toyota Highlander review from North America
"Design Flaw - Unbearable Wind Noise"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Unbearable wind noise from the passenger windows at highway speed.
I thought this car was great until other Highlander owners informed me on this problem. I have contact Longo Toyota (largest Toyota dealer in the U.S.) and Toyota USA concerning this problem. Would you believe that they are aware of this problem, but said that they are not doing anything about it at this time because there isn't enough complaints! Shame on Toyota on refusing to take responsibility of their design mistakes!
I have a newborn and it can break her eardrums if I lower the back window.
Please be aware of this problem. Do not buy a Toyota Highlander as it is flawed!
General comments?
Do not buy a Toyota Highlander unless you plan on not using the back windows!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 3 miles |
| Most recent distance | 3000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Celica |
| Date of Entry | 30th May, 2003 |