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#117 of 139 disappointed ToyHH owner by devastated_deb Oct 02, 2009 (4:32 am)
I have been reading this discussion about the tires on Hybrid Highlander tires and personally I think "class action" should be taken. I have reported my problem with the tires (wore out with thread showing at 15,000 miles) to our attorney general, and have just copied all the paper work to mail out to him. I'm hoping to help make a difference in the "we got our money, so it's up to you to take care of the tire issue" attitude we all are receiving from Toyota. I have an '07 Limited, Hybrid Highlander, HAD TO replace tires at 18,000 miles, and am only averaging 25.6 miles to a gallon. Shame to spend 40,000 on a vehicle only to find out you don't get 28-30MPG, and also have defective tires that Toyota special orders to give a smooth ride when you try it out, then the consumer has to purchase new tires; in order to be safe, within a years time. Needless to say I'm a VERY DISAPPOINTED HH owner. Replies to this message: hihyp (Oct 19, 2009 8:13 pm) jking3 (Oct 20, 2009 4:09 am) kccarl (Oct 26, 2009 11:02 am)
#118 of 139 Re: Highlander Hybrid 2008 [brioboy] by tranquiloon Oct 07, 2009 (12:55 pm)
Replying to: brioboy (Sep 15, 2009 8:42 pm) Hey Monte having a similar problem with finding good winter tires for my 2006 HH what tire size did you go with and what dealership (service manger) in vancouver helped you out? Replies to this message: monte8 (Oct 07, 2009 7:45 pm) kmray (Nov 29, 2009 11:18 am) 400e (Dec 01, 2009 7:54 pm) and 1 more... brioboy (Oct 19, 2009 9:35 pm) tranquiloon (Oct 21, 2009 10:10 am)
#119 of 139 Re: Highlander Hybrid 2008 [tranquiloon] by monte8 Oct 07, 2009 (7:45 pm)
Replying to: tranquiloon (Oct 07, 2009 12:55 pm) "Hey Monte having a similar problem with finding good winter tires for my 2006 HH what tire size did you go with and what dealership (service manger) in vancouver helped you out? "   I have not replaced the tires yet. Bought a 2008 HH in Nov., 2007, I only have just over 12,000 miles (I ride my bicycle alot , really improves gas milage and makes the tires last longer) . The original tires are still doing OK.   BTW, the last time I put gas in was on August 29, 2009. I may have to fill it up tomorrow. Replies to this message: kmray (Nov 29, 2009 11:18 am) 400e (Dec 01, 2009 7:54 pm) kmray (Dec 01, 2009 9:57 pm)
#120 of 139 Re: disappointed ToyHH owner [devastated_deb] by hihyp Oct 19, 2009 (8:13 pm)
Replying to: devastated_deb (Oct 02, 2009 4:32 am) I am interested in the class action idea. After having to replace all four tires on my 2008 HiHy in less than a year (barely 15,000 miles), I feel taken advantage of. A large part of my rationale for spending all the extra money for a Hybrid was that I wanted to decrease my footprint. Well, four tires is a big footprint! Perhaps if Toyota returned to making a front wheel drive HiHy instead of all wheel only, tires might last longer.
#121 of 139 Re: Highlander Hybrid 2008 [tranquiloon] by brioboy Oct 19, 2009 (9:35 pm)
Replying to: tranquiloon (Oct 07, 2009 12:55 pm) Tranquiloon - Just back from a trip and it looks like you were addressing me, rather than monte8. My service manager is David Pearce at Open Road Toyota in Port Moody and he phoned me this morning to let me know the Michelins are not expected in for about 2 -3 weeks - I have forgotten the size but he has adjusted it to the smaller wheel to replace my 17inch regular wheels. In my experience, Pearce has provided first-class service. Replies to this message: tranquiloon (Oct 21, 2009 10:10 am)
#122 of 139 Re: disappointed ToyHH owner [devastated_deb] by jking3 Oct 20, 2009 (4:09 am)
Replying to: devastated_deb (Oct 02, 2009 4:32 am) We also get about 25 MPG city, but I feel that is pretty good for this heavy vehicle. The only thing you should have a class action about is the fact that tires have to be replaced so often that it negates the whole purpose of going green. Nobody tells you that the tires will only last 15k miles when you buy it. I had the same experience with the original Goodyear Integrity tires with a treadwear rating of 460 which is a complete lie. Those tires were just awful - noisy and had to be replaced around 18k miles. So the tire issue is the only major thing I think that needs addressing here. Lots of people have experienced it. If there is a class action suit on the tire issue, I want it. I feel I had to spend extra money unnecessarily to maintain this vehicle. Someone at Toyota and/or Goodyear was not doing their job right.   My only other complaint is the lack of bluetooth or aux inputs on the radio which obviously cannot be modified easily due to the tight integration with the rest of the system. Maybe it's just my vintage. :>
#123 of 139 Re: Highlander Hybrid 2008 [brioboy] by tranquiloon Oct 21, 2009 (10:10 am)
Replying to: brioboy (Oct 19, 2009 9:35 pm) Thanks Brioboy, will give David Pearce a call.
#124 of 139 Re: disappointed ToyHH owner [devastated_deb] by kccarl Oct 26, 2009 (11:02 am)
Replying to: devastated_deb (Oct 02, 2009 4:32 am) Did the suit move forward? I bought a 2008 HH and the tires are showing the belt at 18,000 miles. New tires are going to cost 1200 dollars, minimum. We went through the 18k miles in just over one year.   This is just not right. I understand let the buyer beware, but this is ridiculous. kccarl
#125 of 139 What tires do you recommend for a 2006 HH? by stevegold Oct 26, 2009 (11:45 am)
We live Aspen, CO at 8,000' with plenty of snow. Our other car is a Prius (FWD not 4WD) so we need good traction in addition to good wear..
#126 of 139 Winter tires for 06 HH by brioboy Oct 26, 2009 (8:09 pm)
Stevegold - check my messages #105 and #113. We are likely to get more wet show here in Whistler at the valley level but with the winter Olympics on in February, I am getting my new winter tires and wheels tomorrow - the snow is starting to fly. You might want to check out Nokian vs. Michelin in your area. Have a great ski season!

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