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Toyota Highlander

45 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V128000·2026-03-05

    Toyota Highlander second-row seat backs may fail to lock

    Toyota is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because the second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID, HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V872000·2025-12-17

    Toyota Highlander third row seat belt anchor may be installed incorrectly

    Toyota is recalling certain 2024-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because the third row centre seat belt roof anchor may have been installed at an incorrect angle.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID, HIGHLANDER
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V040000·2025-01-29

    Toyota and Lexus spiral cable fault can deactivate the driver airbag

    Toyota is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota and Lexus vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under recall 23V-480, because an insufficiently welded connection can deactivate the driver's airbag.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS HIGHLANDER HYBRID, COROLLA CROSS HYBRID, RX, HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V480000·2023-07-12

    2023 Toyota and Lexus vehicles recalled for steering column air bag defect

    Toyota and Lexus are recalling approximately 152,927 vehicles with defective steering column welds that can deactivate the driver's air bag, increasing crash injury risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA NX350, RX HYBRID, RX500H, HIGHLANDER HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V682000·2020-11-04

    Toyota and Lexus Recall Vehicles for Fuel Pump Failure Risk

    Toyota is recalling over 1.5 million vehicles because a fuel pump defect may cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA RX350, LC500, LS500, LS HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V211000·2018-04-03

    Toyota Recalls 2017-2018 Models for Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Defect

    Toyota is recalling specific 2017-2018 Camry, Highlander, Sienna, Tacoma, and Lexus RX350 vehicles because a manufacturing defect in the brake booster vacuum pump may cause a sudden loss of brake assist.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS SIENNA, TACOMA, RX350, HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V520000·2017-08-23

    Toyota Recalls 2017 Highlanders for Improperly Torqued Roof Rail Fasteners

    Toyota is recalling 2017 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because roof rail fasteners may not be torqued properly, posing a road hazard risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID, HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V689000·2015-10-22

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles Due to Power Window Switch Fire Risk

    Toyota is recalling specific 2006-2011 models because inconsistent lubricant on the power window switch may cause overheating and fire.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, PONTIAC, SCION COROLLA MATRIX, COROLLA, TUNDRA, SEQUOIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V144000·2015-03-13

    Toyota Recalls 2014-2015 Camry, Highlander, and RAV4 for Steering Defect

    Toyota is recalling specific 2014-2015 Camry, Highlander, and RAV4 vehicles because a manufacturing defect in the electric power steering system may cause it to fail, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY, HIGHLANDER, RAV4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V576000·2014-09-19

    Toyota Recalls 2014-2015 Models for Fuel Delivery Pipe Leak Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2014 Avalon, Camry, Sienna, Highlander, and 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles because fuel may leak from a delivery pipe, increasing fire risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS AVALON, SIENNA, RX350, CAMRY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V168000·2014-04-09

    Toyota and Pontiac Vehicles Recalled for Driver Airbag Cable Defect

    Toyota and General Motors are recalling specific 2006-2010 vehicles because a steering cable defect may prevent the driver's airbag from deploying in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, PONTIAC TACOMA, YARIS, VIBE, COROLLA MATRIX
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V491000·2012-10-10

    Toyota Recalls 2007-2009 Models for Power Window Switch Fire Risk

    Toyota is recalling approximately 2.5 million vehicles from 2007-2009 because power window switches may overheat and cause a fire.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION, PONTIAC CAMRY, XD, CAMRY HYBRID, HIGHLANDER HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V539000·2011-11-09

    Toyota and Lexus Recall for Crankshaft Pulley Adhesive Defect

    Toyota is recalling certain 2004-2006 vehicles due to a crankshaft pulley adhesive defect that may cause loss of power steering.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS CAMRY SOLARA, CAMRY, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, RX330
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V245000·2011-04-21

    Toyota Recalls 2007-2008 Models for Airbag Sensor Defect

    Toyota is recalling certain 2007-2008 Highlanders and RAV4s because a faulty airbag sensor may cause the side airbag to deploy unexpectedly, potentially injuring occupants.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, RAV4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V112000·2011-02-24

    Toyota Recalls 2004-2007 Highlanders and Lexus RX Models for Pedal Interference

    Toyota is recalling approximately 769,379 vehicles because a floor carpet cover may interfere with the accelerator pedal, potentially causing it to stick.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS HIGHLANDER HYBRID, RX HYBRID, HIGHLANDER, RX350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V499000·2010-10-21

    Toyota Recalls 2004-2006 Models for Brake Master Cylinder Seal Defect

    Toyota is recalling 728,544 vehicles due to a brake master cylinder seal that may leak fluid, potentially degrading braking performance.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS HIGHLANDER, RX, AVALON, GS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V023000·2010-01-27

    Toyota Recalls 2008-2010 Models for Accelerator Pedal Sticking Hazard

    Toyota is recalling approximately 1.1 million 2008-2010 Highlanders, Corollas, Venzas, and Matrices because the accelerator pedal can get stuck open by floor mats.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, MATRIX, COROLLA, VENZA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V017000·2010-01-21

    Toyota Recalls Multiple Models Due to Accelerator Pedal Sticking Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2.2 million vehicles because the accelerator pedal may become hard to press or stuck, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY, AVALON, HIGHLANDER, TUNDRA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V744000·2025-10-30

    Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru vehicles with defective panoramic rearview camera

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 2022–2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru vehicles with a Panoramic View Monitor system due to a software error that may freeze or blank the rearview camera in reverse, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA, SUBARU TX, TX HYBRID, NX, NX HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V595000·2025-09-11

    Toyota and Lexus vehicles recalled over instrument panel software display error

    Toyota is recalling a wide range of 2023-2025 Toyota and Lexus vehicles because an instrument panel software error at startup can leave the display without critical information. 591,377 units are affected.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS HIGHLANDER, TACOMA, GRAND HIGHLANDER, redundant VENZA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V452000·2024-06-18

    2022 Toyota Highlander Tires Insufficient Load Rating Safety Recall

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling 2021–2024 Toyota Highlander vehicles due to 20-inch accessory tires with insufficient load ratings. Overloaded tires can fail and increase crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V419000·2024-06-06

    2022-2024 Toyota Highlander Tires Recalled Due to Insufficient Load Rating

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling 2022-2024 Toyota Highlander L and Highlander LE vehicles with the Blackout Package because their installed tires have insufficient load rating and may fail, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V865000·2023-12-20

    Toyota and Lexus vehicles recalled for air bag sensor short circuit defect

    Toyota and Lexus are recalling certain 2020-2022 vehicles with a faulty Occupant Classification System sensor that may prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA ES, CAMRY HYBRID, AVALON, ES HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V720000·2023-10-26

    2022 Toyota Highlander Front Bumper Covers May Detach During Operation

    Toyota is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because the front bumper covers may come loose or detach during normal operation, potentially becoming a road hazard.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V633000·2020-10-14

    Toyota Recalls 2020 Highlanders Due to Seat Airbag Deployment Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2020 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because incorrect seat trim covers may prevent side airbags from deploying properly, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V012000·2020-01-13

    Toyota and Lexus Recall Vehicles for Fuel Pump Failure Risk

    Toyota is recalling approximately 1.8 million vehicles because a fuel pump failure could cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA LX570, NX200T, RC 350, CAMRY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V244000·2019-03-27

    Toyota Recalls 2019 Models Due to Illegible Load Capacity Labels

    Toyota is recalling specific 2019 models because the load capacity label text may become illegible, potentially leading to vehicle overload and increased crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY, AVALON, PRIUS, RAV4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18E107000·2018-11-27

    Wanda Recalls Aftermarket Windshields for 2014-2018 Toyota Highlanders

    Fujian Wanda is recalling aftermarket replacement windshields for 2014-2018 Toyota Highlanders because water leaks into the wire harness, potentially damaging the Engine Control Module and causing the engine to stall.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V831000·2017-12-20

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles with Incorrect Load Capacity Labels

    Toyota is recalling 2017-2018 models due to incorrect load carrying capacity labels that may lead to vehicle overloading and increased crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS TUNDRA, 4RUNNER, SIENNA, TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V295000·2017-05-02

    Toyota Recalls 2017 Models for Improper Spare Tire Pressure

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling 2017 models because spare tires were not inflated to the proper pressure, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA SIENNA, YARIS, RAV4 HYBRID, COROLLA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V775000·2016-10-24

    Toyota Recalls 2016 Highlanders Due to Brake Fluid Sensor Wiring Issue

    Toyota is recalling 7,056 model year 2016 Highlanders because the brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, potentially decreasing braking performance.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V420000·2016-06-09

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles with Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Labels

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling 2015-2016 Toyota and Scion vehicles because the load carrying capacity label may be incorrect, potentially leading to vehicle overload.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION TUNDRA, TC, HIGHLANDER, FR-S
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V396000·2016-06-02

    Toyota Vehicles Recalled for Aftermarket Seat Heater Fire Risk

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling specific Toyota vehicles equipped with aftermarket seat heaters due to a risk of electrical short circuits and fire.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA, SEQUOIA, TACOMA, TUNDRA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V743000·2014-11-19

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles Due to Seat Heater Wiring Fire Risk

    Toyota is recalling specific models because seat cushion compression may damage heater wiring, creating a fire and injury risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, CAMRY, PRIUS, SEQUOIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V272000·2014-05-22

    Toyota Recalls 2014 Highlanders Due to Air Bag Software Error

    Toyota is recalling 2014 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because improper air bag software may fail to properly restrain larger front passengers in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID, HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V274000·2014-05-22

    Toyota Recalls 2014 Highlanders Due to Second Row Seat Locking Defect

    Toyota is recalling 231 model year 2014 Highlanders because the second row right-hand seat may not fully lock into the track, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V051000·2014-02-07

    Toyota Recalls 2014 Highlanders for Third-Row Seat Belt Anchor Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2014 Highlanders because the third-row middle seat belt may not be properly secured to the vehicle floor, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V123000·2013-04-09

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles with Inaccurate Weight Labels

    Southeast Toyota is recalling specific 2008-2013 models because weight labels were inaccurate, potentially leading to vehicle overloading and tire failure.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION CAMRY, HIGHLANDER, PRIUS, TC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V014000·2013-01-16

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles for Passenger Seat Occupant Sensing System Calibration

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling specific 2009-2013 Toyota models because the passenger seat occupant sensing system may not be calibrated, potentially affecting airbag deployment.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, CAMRY HYBRID, CAMRY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V548000·2024-07-23

    Gulf States Toyota vehicles carry incorrect maximum capacity weight labels

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling a range of Toyota models because the maximum capacity weight value on the label is incorrect. 33,848 units are affected.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA LAND CRUISER HYBRID, VENZA HYBRID, TUNDRA HYBRID, TACOMA HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V036000·2010-02-03

    Toyota and Scion Vehicles Recalled for Missing Load Capacity Labels

    NHTSA is recalling 2004-2011 Toyota and Scion vehicles sold without required load carrying capacity modification labels, which may increase crash risk if overloaded.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION HIGHLANDER, CAMRY, TC, XB
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V035000·2010-02-03

    Toyota and Scion Vehicles Recalled for Missing Tire Load Labels

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling 2005-2010 Toyota and Scion vehicles sold without required tire load capacity labels.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION FJ CRUISER, XD, CAMRY, TC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

  • 20255/5

    2 trims tested for 2025; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20245/5

    2 trims tested for 2024; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20235/5

    2 trims tested for 2023; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20225/5

    2 trims tested for 2022; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 1 open

  • DP23005 Defect Petition · open · service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
  • EA18006 Engineering Analysis · steering:column
  • PE18005 Preliminary Evaluation · steering:column
  • EA12006 Engineering Analysis · electrical system
  • PE12002 Preliminary Evaluation · electrical system
  • PE10008 Preliminary Evaluation · steering

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2021 · powertrain 208 complaints, median 60,347 mi
  • 2019 · powertrain 187 complaints, median 64,000 mi
  • 2020 · powertrain 121 complaints, median 78,000 mi
  • 2017 · powertrain 70 complaints, median 20,800 mi
  • 2008 · engine 70 complaints, median 100,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a death and 6 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.

Technical service bulletins

1,207 manufacturer service bulletins across 22 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.8/5 · 1 complaints
  • 2025: 4.2/5 · 9 complaints
  • 2024: 3.4/5 · 42 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2023: 2.9/5 · 176 complaints · most complained-of: body
  • 2022: 3.2/5 · 236 complaints · most complained-of: powertrain

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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