Toyota Highlander Disc Brake Caliper in US

The disc brake caliper on the Toyota Highlander is the hydraulic clamp at the centre of your Highlander disc brake system. Every time you press the brake pedal on your Toyota Highlander, brake fluid pressure forces the caliper pistons outward, squeezing the brake pads against the rotor and generating the friction that stops your vehicle. A seized, leaking, or sticking caliper on the Highlander interferes with that process at the source, causing uneven braking, accelerated pad and rotor wear, and pulling to one side that worsens over time.

Signs of a Failing Disc Brake Caliper on the Toyota Highlander

• Toyota Highlander pulls strongly to one side during braking, a seized caliper on one side applies more force
• Brake pedal on your Highlander feels soft or spongy and improves after pumping, caliper piston seal leaking
• One brake pad on your Toyota Highlander axle wears significantly faster than its partner
• Brake drag on the Toyota Highlander, vehicle feels like it is fighting resistance at normal road speed
• Visible brake fluid leaking from the Highlander caliper body or around the piston boot
• Grinding or scraping from one Toyota Highlander wheel that persists after confirming pads are not worn

New OEM-Spec vs. Remanufactured Calipers for the Toyota Highlander

New OEM-Specification Calipers for the Toyota Highlander

New OEM-specification calipers for the Toyota Highlander are brand-new units manufactured to the exact piston dimensions, seal specifications, and material tolerances of the original Highlander factory part. They offer the longest service life on your Toyota Highlander and are the strongest choice for higher-mileage Highlander vehicles or those operated in high-corrosion environments.

Remanufactured Calipers for the Toyota Highlander

Remanufactured calipers for the Toyota Highlander are original caliper housings completely disassembled, cleaned, inspected, and rebuilt with new pistons, seals, boots, and hardware. Quality remanufactured units perform identically to new calipers for most Toyota Highlander replacement applications and offer excellent value.

Why GeoBrakes for the Toyota Highlander Disc Brake Caliper

GeoBrakes stocks both new and remanufactured calipers for the Toyota Highlander to give you the right option for your Highlander and budget. As an authorized retailer of Cardone, EBC, Raybestos, and other trusted brands for the Toyota Highlander, every caliper purchase carries the full manufacturer warranty. Our vehicle selector confirms the correct caliper for the Toyota Highlander year, axle position, and correct left or right hand fitment before you place your order.

Frequently Asked Questions - Toyota Highlander Disc Brake Caliper

Should I replace brake calipers on my Toyota Highlander in pairs?

It is generally recommended to replace calipers as an axle pair on the Toyota Highlander, both left and right on the same axle, to maintain balanced braking. If one Highlander caliper has failed, the caliper on the opposite side has experienced the same service conditions and is likely at a similar stage of wear.

How long do disc brake calipers last on a Toyota Highlander in US?

Toyota Highlander calipers typically last 100,000 to 150,000 kilometres, but American road salt and moisture accelerate corrosion of Highlander caliper guide pins, slide pins, and piston seal boots, often causing premature failure on the Toyota Highlander well before that figure.

Can a sticking caliper on my Toyota Highlander damage my brake pads and rotors?

Yes. A Highlander caliper that does not fully retract keeps the brake pad in partial contact with the rotor between stops, generating constant friction and heat on your Toyota Highlander. This rapidly wears both the pad and rotor surface on your Highlander and generates enough heat buildup to damage adjacent components over time.