Major Problems with Toyota Highlander Derived from Complaints & Recalls

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Best and Worst Years for Toyota Highlander

Explore the chart showing how many complaints have been filed for each year of Toyota Highlander.

Model Year	Complaints
2019 Highlander	36
2018 Highlander	52
2017 Highlander	82
2016 Highlander	67
2015 Highlander	120
2014 Highlander	95
2013 Highlander	160
2012 Highlander	136
2011 Highlander	151
2010 Highlander	174
2009 Highlander	104
2008 Highlander	323
2007 Highlander	96
2006 Highlander	214
2005 Highlander	214
2004 Highlander	280
2003 Highlander	255
2002 Highlander	300
2001 Highlander	136

Worst 3 Toyota Highlander complaints

2004 Toyota Highlander AIR BAGS Victims: 48 Mileage: 163000 miles

2017 Toyota Highlander AIR BAGS Victims: 6 Mileage: 30000 miles

2004 Toyota Highlander VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Victims: 5 Mileage: 28000 miles

Browse Toyota Highlander complaints by category

Problems with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and STEERING are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Toyota Highlander owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL the speedometer consistently indicated that i am traveling 2 to 3 mph more than my actual speed. the highlander is...	337 ~ 39287 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM our 2014 toyota highlander limited was purchased new with 18 miles on february 25 2014. on march 7 2014 while...	320 ~ 53041 miles
STEERING i was backing out of my parking space and the vehicle jerk. then a warning sign appear on the dash...	253 ~ 56754 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER purchased new 2014 toyota highlander in may 2014 after approximately 30 days of ownership a foul odor began to emit...	235 ~ 31763 miles
ENGINE purchased vehicle 5/26/14. at first had a popping noise from right rear break took to dealership stating could find problem...	232 ~ 116505 miles
VISIBILITY front windshield sealer bead not adhered to the glass. toyota tacoma. *tr...	197 ~ 53303 miles
SERVICE BRAKES popping noise from rear break frequently when i disengage the emergency brake lever. whenever this happens the vehicle is stationary...	178 ~ 73293 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER the safety film on the windshield is not properly sealed. *tr...	168 ~ 56009 miles
AIR BAGS to avoid two deer crossing road (bull bridge road south kent ct) on curve lost control on right shoulder hit...	159 ~ 56912 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE when driving on the fwy intermittently depending on the wind or how the door was shut for the rubber seal...	134 ~ 42022 miles
POWER TRAIN this complaint relates to transmission shift sequences. when starting out the transmission is in fourth gear. if you are at...	122 ~ 126061 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl*the contact owns a 2011 toyota highlander. while the vehicle was parked the contact stated that it started moving on...	120 ~ 21720 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING burnt smell coming from the ac vents which happens most of the time the after the noted first time of...	95 ~ 65183 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC on september 12 2014 my wife was pulling into a parking space at her doctor's office. the space include a...	88 ~ 33476 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING the low beam headlights are melting the plastic cover on the headlight assemblies. both sides are melting from the heat...	80 ~ 59418 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL my complaint concerns the safety of the wellbeing of myself and passengers in my vehicle. the rear automatuc door lock...	74 ~ 65740 miles
TIRES i purchased the above in july 12 2014. this vehicle has michelin latitude tour tires. this vehicle hydroplanes very bad....	67 ~ 14728 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i have a 2010 toyota highlander 4 cylinder that has an engine which is accelerating and surging despite that it...	52 ~ 57874 miles
STRUCTURE a 2014 toyota highlander was purchased in 2/2014.the customer noticed water coming inside the vehicle through the seat belt a-frame...	49 ~ 20947 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM occasional throttle no response when trying to accelerate moderately from a stop or from a very low speed (i.e.-coasting around...	46 ~ 42738 miles
WHEELS spare tire was found to be cracked and unusable when needed. it was never used before. technician changing tire said	39 ~ 47606 miles
SEAT BELTS the floor anchor of the driver side and passenger side is located behind the seat and can be stepped on...	39 ~ 57055 miles
SUSPENSION 2014 toyota highlander limited has begun making noise when traveling relatively slow (<30mph) on a normal road. when there's a...	38 ~ 35039 miles
SEATS i purchased my 2014 toyota highlander on 4/24/14. i notice a few days later that their was a chirp noise...	31 ~ 29205 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE when driving the vehicle at 35mph when you step on the gas pedal there's a delay on acceleration especially when	31 ~ 41119 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i own a 2010 toyota highlander which i purchased 3 months ago. i had the gas pedal "fix" done on...	31 ~ 17674 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES 2011 toyota highlander with less than 13k miles has tires with very little tread left on them. was told by...	27 ~ 12632 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC i was driving 2011 toyota highlander stopped the car at red light (intersection of catharpin rd and us 55). during...	22 ~ 38133 miles
EQUIPMENT my driver side visor lost all tension. i had to either hold it up or tie it out of the...	21 ~ 32398 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY while driving on the highway my son opened the rear passenger window when he opened the window the noise and...	19 ~ 25561 miles
HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE rear liftgate squeals terribly when left open for a few minutes seems 'sticky.' works fine when opened and closed quickly.	16 ~ 39366 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY on 6/9/2010 asked dealer to ck. vehicle b/c air vents were throwing out white substance. dealer said the cabin filter...	16 ~ 60074 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2013 toyota highlander. while the vehicle was parked the contact discovered that the carpet was...	15 ~ 47948 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES right front door does not lock or unlock using the keyless remote have to manually lock and unlock the door....	14 ~ 42611 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS passenger side front air bag warning light indicates air bag not functional. occurs at random times will stay that way...	14 ~ 16925 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC dt*: the contact stated while making an emergency stop after traveling 25 mph the steering wheel locked up when the...	14 ~ 15110 miles
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY starting this summer our 2013 toyota highlander was having a terrible odor coming from the ac. went to dealer and...	13 ~ 50019 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2013 toyota highlander. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled....	13 ~ 22009 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY my sunroof exploded as i was driving with my kids on the highway. it sounded like a gunshot and the	12 ~ 23285 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ford f150 supercrew 4x4 - fuel tank strap broke. tank just hanging. luckily noticed it and have ordered new straps.	11 ~ 85541 miles
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC complete brake failure without warning on three separate episodes in the past two months. brake master cylinder replaced by dealer....	11 ~ 14167 miles
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY rear windshield blew out on the interstate. the car was warmed prior to driving and font and rear windshield were	10 ~ 24470 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the front passenger automatic door actuator failed to...	10 ~ 23952 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY 2012 toyota highlander. consumer writes in regards to vehicle windshield issues. *smd the consumer stated he noticed the start of...	10 ~ 13286 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES tl*the contact owns a 2011 toyota highlander equipped with bridge stone duler h/l 400 225/r75/19. the contact stated that while...	10 ~ 4461 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING brand new 2009 toyota highlander defective front o2 sensor made out of ceramic built into all cars in japan then...	9 ~ 37460 miles
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES my problem is with the low tire warning system. my issue is that you cannot manually reset this warning light...	8 ~ 15092 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM on december 2 2009 i took delivery of a new 2010 toyota highlander sport model with a v-6 engine and...	8 ~ 72819 miles
COLUMN > STEERING 2005 highlander steering column shaft was bent this caused vehicle to make a rattling noise. *ts the rattling occurred when	8 ~ 33536 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES at approximately 30 000 miles the driver's side rear door lock actuator had to be replaced which was covered under...	7 ~ 21432 miles
ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT > WINDSHIELD > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM heat controller unit stopped working while driving. windows became frosted while driving because of lost temperature control. occurred while driving	7 ~ 56500 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN electronic pedal position sensor does not respond to driver input in certain situations. the engine and transmission shift response becomes...	7 ~ 961 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT we purchased a 2014 toyota highlander limited on aug 9 2014. after driving the vehicle for about 150 miles the...	6 ~ 29840 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the 2012 highlander speedometer consistently shows 3 miles over the actual speed as compare to various highway speed monitors and...	6 ~ 20858 miles
CHILD SEAT sunshine kids radian xtsl latch loosens itself. two times i've gone to put my 2 year old into her seat...	6 ~ 24667 miles
NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT factory installed gps system when set to a destination will take you off the main road just prior to your...	5 ~ 8661 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2010 toyota highlander. s10 appropriate handling- letter from regarding toyota problems *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle was delivered to...	5 ~ 3999 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 2008 toyota highlander fuel tank damage. consumer states engine check light illuminated and would not accept gas when trying to	5 ~ 19000 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING when i accelerate from a very slow speed (almost stop) my 2005 toyota highlander will surge. i have experience this...	5 ~ 36832 miles
TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) > POWER TRAIN toyota highlander 2005. going down a mountain at approximateky 50 mph and the vehicle stopped suddenly back end flipped up...	5 ~ 53200 miles
ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT > MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota highlander. while the vehicle was parked the contact stated he was attempting to reposition...	4 ~ 39700 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION brought vehicle to dealer vehicle was purchased from for a oil change and tire rotation. immediately after the vehicle service...	4 ~ 70601 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS when the vehicle was purchased the airbag light came on intermittently. the sales person said this was normal when someone...	4 ~ 24640 miles
AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota highlander. while driving at speeds of 5 mph in snowy weather the vehicle began...	4 ~ 21750 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER going up hill on hwy 24 leaving geo into tn in rain at 55 mph and took foot of gas	4 ~ 31500 miles
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN sudden acceleration of new highlander 2008 model. i had reported for the first time i feb 19 2009 when i...	4 ~ 63948 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system...	4 ~ 6825 miles
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system...	4 ~ 13850 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the suspension was loose and the braking system...	4 ~ 12600 miles
DIFFERENTIAL UNIT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN 2005 toyota highlander with only 72000 miles (12 000 miles out of warranty) seals on transfer case of transmission leaks	4 ~ 61270 miles
TAILGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE the tailgate motor unexpectedly malfunctioned and closed the door in an unbalanced way causing the breaking of the tailgate hinges...	3 ~ 88028 miles
TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE > TIRES dear sir i purchased a new 2013 toyota highlander. the spare tire is mounted under the vehicle & held in...	3 ~ 12652 miles
INVERTER > HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota highlander hybrid. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph the vehicle...	3 ~ 41333 miles
ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING while driving at approximately 40 mph i was unable to keep the car in the lane on a slight curve...	3 ~ 28933 miles
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota highlander. the contact stated when driving at low speeds the right rear brake lights...	3 ~ 125000 miles
LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP > CHILD SEAT sunshine kids radian xtsl latch loosens itself. two times i've gone to put my 2 year old into her seat...	3
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN sudden acceleration of new highlander 2008 model. i had reported for the first time i feb 19 2009 when i...	3 ~ 11414 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT 1. traveling at about 45-55 miles per hour gas pedal sticks. also the dealer sold me the car with out...	3 ~ 74000 miles
SHAFT SECTOR > GEAR BOX > STEERING i can't believe there hasn't been a recall on 2005 toyota highlander intermediate steering shaft problem. i notice it has...	3 ~ 31333 miles
VALVE > TIRES i own a toyota 4-runner (2005 53635 miles) which is a company car. on 8/27/07 i attempted to add air...	3 ~ 27425 miles
AUTOMATIC (ASC) > ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL toyota highlander hybrid-i have lost abs brakes stability control and power steering along with the hybrid engine on two occasions...	3 ~ 20722 miles
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC brake master cylinder failed prior to recall notice 01v-228 resulting in an accident the dealer denied any brake failure and...	3
DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS the air bag warning light came on while driving on a city toad. the display also notified me and read...	2 ~ 28700 miles
BLIND SPOT DETECTION > LANE DEPARTURE tl* the contact owns a 2017 toyota highlander. while driving approximately 60 mph the blind spot detector malfunctioned. the contact...	2 ~ 2022 miles
RIM > WHEELS tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the rims on the vehicle were very rusty....	2 ~ 72605 miles
HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2014 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the front hood was so heavy and extremely...	2 ~ 2750 miles
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM our 2014 toyota highlander limited was purchased new with 18 miles on february 25 2014. on march 7 2014 while...	2 ~ 200 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE i own a 2011 toyota highlander that i bought new. at approximately 7-9 months of owning the vehicle the pivot...	2 ~ 10000 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS 2008 toyota highlander. attorney representing consumer writes in regards to seat belt malfunction and requests an investigation and reimbursement. *smd...	2 ~ 9000 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY 2007 toyota highlander. consumer writes in regards to the government having a stipulated definition and specific requirements before any automobile...	2 ~ 30000 miles
TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING condensation occurs inside the tail lights assembly when car washing during cold weather. condensation is also developed inside the tail	2 ~ 8500 miles
PARKING BRAKE 2005 toyota highlander hybrid. driving to work in a blizzard on 12/11/09 all dash board lights went on. dealership found...	2 ~ 86131 miles
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the bumper of her vehicle was not sturdy. she...	2 ~ 39829 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl*the contact owns a 2003 toyota highlander. the contact stated that toyota is placing new brake pads on vehicles which...	2 ~ 30200 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT purchased new toyota highlander 2005 model year in july 2005. vehicle was parked in driveway since. vehicle only has 23...	2 ~ 5000 miles
RACK > RACK AND PINION > STEERING tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota highlander. when making a left turn the contact heard a clicking noise near the...	2 ~ 28000 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM there is a sulfur smell when i stop or back up on hills. the dealer said that they would replace...	2 ~ 10094 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING toyota highlander hybrid-i have lost abs brakes stability control and power steering along with the hybrid engine on two occasions...	2 ~ 80570 miles
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS i am a certified child passenger safety technician and had a parent come to me with concern about the third...	2
POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC no events led up to the failure. wife drove car brake warning comes up on dashboard she pulled over. wife...	2 ~ 22183 miles
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE have experienced acceleration hesitation problem on 2004 toyota highlander. have taken the car to toyota who insist that the car...	2
MOTOR > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY windshield wipers came on and off. consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection mechanic determined that the windshield wiper	2 ~ 750 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS air bag computer system had a defect that caused the air bag warning light to come on and the system	2 ~ 35175 miles
TORQUE CONVERTER > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN toyota highlander: transmission terribly slow to respond. very dangerous. takes at least a full second to respond -- either transmission...	2 ~ 250 miles
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS consumer feels that the location of the brake/gas pedal are too close. this resulted in accidental acceleration while reversing.*ak...	2 ~ 3265 miles
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM while traveling on the highway and without prior warning. smoke was coming inside of the vehicle though the dashboard. vehicle	2
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM electrical short in headliner between sun roof and sun visor. burn mark 5-6 inches long through headliner. no fire or	2
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 2019 highlander xle jerks and stalls then loses power. this occured on a newly purchased vehicle that has approximately 13k...	1 ~ 13000 miles
AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE > AIR BAGS 2008 toyota highlander. consumer writes in regard to defective srs airbag system. ld tr...	1
REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2015 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the trunk release button and/or key failed to...	1 ~ 30000 miles
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2017 toyota highlander. while the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds the driveshaft...	1 ~ 1000 miles
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the hatchback separated from the vehicle. the vehicle...	1 ~ 22700 miles
LINES AND FITTINGS > LPG SYSTEMS > RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER my 2008 toyota highlander sport oil cooler line just gave out. during my research i found this has been a...	1
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > HOOD > BODY tl* the contact owns a 2014 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the front hood was so heavy and extremely...	1
ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE while driving down the road with sunroof sunshade and windows and doors closed the sun roof and sunshade was ripped...	1 ~ 94000 miles
SOLENOID > STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota highlander. the contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated constantly and...	1 ~ 3467 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR my 2005 limited edition toyota highlander has multiple issues. the right caliber is sticking which has caused heat and warping...	1 ~ 94000 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE my 2005 limited edition toyota highlander has multiple issues. the right caliber is sticking which has caused heat and warping...	1 ~ 94000 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl*the contact owns a 2011 toyota highlander. while the vehicle was parked the contact stated that it started moving on...	1 ~ 3000 miles
LATCH > TAILGATE > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota highlander. the contact depressed the tailgate locking mechanism and while exiting a parking...	1 ~ 11000 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL basics are the wheel on my 2006 innova split inhalf while driving down the road at 25kph. innova was maintaned...	1 ~ 33000 miles
SEAT HEATER/COOLER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota highlander. the contact stated that when he turned the headlights on he could not...	1 ~ 60 miles
RACK AND PINION > STEERING tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid. while driving 25 mph he lost power steering. as a consequence it...	1 ~ 61000 miles
VACUUM > POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC no previous braking problems experienced. first heard an airy sound when braking then soft brake pedal and then almost complete	1 ~ 44000 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION tie rods separated while driving causing total loss of control of vehicle. wheels turned sideways. going 30 miles per hour...	1 ~ 50019 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER slow throttle response upon take-offs. can be hazardous in a need to quickly get out of a situation from a	1 ~ 26900 miles
HEATER CORE > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY heat stopped working blowing cold air. the problem is the ribbon wire from the temperature control knob to the electronic...	1 ~ 59000 miles
PINION SHAFT > RACK AND PINION > STEERING i noticed a clunking noise and "sensation" in the steering wheel when traveling at a slow speed especially when turning...	1 ~ 39000 miles
SOFTWARE > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM toyota highlander 2008 limited can be put in reverse with no visible or audible warning that a door is open....	1 ~ 6000 miles
LINKAGES > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY the driver's side windshield wiper has a nut which repeatedly comes loose. this causes the windshield wiper to become loose...	1 ~ 26000 miles
INTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY the sun visor on the driver side of our 2002 toyota highlander falls down when you are driving along. it...	1 ~ 45000 miles
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i purchased a toyota highlander 4dr 4wd 4ect as a previously owned vehicle with a previously owned vehicle warranty. after...	1 ~ 13000 miles
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING steering. *tr...	1 ~ 33000 miles
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE 2003 toyota highlander v6 4wd 45000 miles. it wa s already more than 2 years i have been experiencing exactly...	1 ~ 20000 miles
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE since the vehicle was first purchased the engine vsc and tracking light began going on and off intermittently. marietta toyota...	1
TRAILER HITCHES tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota highlander. when purchasing the vehicle the contact also purchased a towing package which includes...	1 ~ 41 miles
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC variation in brake pressure. sometime brakes feel fine and brand new and other times brake almost goes to floor. *tr...	1
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE wife complained of intermittent gas smell in 2001 toyota highlander v-6/awd for 2-3 weeks. i checked it more than once...	1 ~ 52980 miles
CONCEALMENT DEVICES > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING defective headlight lenses in july 2006 a 1-inch diameter opaque "discoloration " appeared in left front headlamp lens directly in...	1 ~ 25063 miles
CONNECTING > RELAY > ROD i own a 2004 toyota highlander v6. at 45 000 miles i noticed a clunking sensation in my steering wheel....	1 ~ 45000 miles
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING dt: the contact stated while pulling into a parking slot heard a grinding noise followed by the vehicle lurching into...	1 ~ 37000 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM dt: 2003 toyota highlander. the vehicle died while going 70 mph. the vehicle was pulled over. the consumer pulled out...	1
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY 2004 toyota highlander design defect in the outside side view mirrors. *mr the consumer started adjusting the left door mirror...	1
FOOT CONTROL/VALVE > CONTROLS > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR my daughter leased a 2005 4 cylinder fwd toyota highlander in february 2005 and has put on about 5 000...	1 ~ 5000 miles
FLOOR SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION dt: the contact noticed while stopping at a red light she reached over to get something and hit the gear...	1 ~ 18000 miles
FOG LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING i have a 2004 toyota highland and believe there is a design defect or manufacturing flaw with regard to the...	1
ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR while traveling at less than 20 mph the driver in front slammed into the car in front of them (no...	1 ~ 34000 miles
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM after placing the key into the ignition the key will not turn. the vehicle was being towed. *ak...	1 ~ 540 miles
GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN the vehicle would not shift properly. *nm the consumers vehicle shifts in a hesitation then surging manner nearly causing accidents.	1
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM after pulling off the road onto a side street consumer heard a strange noise from under the hood. upon merging...	1 ~ 48000 miles
FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER gas gauge broke 2/12/04 4/20/04 and 6/11/04. when you put gas in the car the needle would not register. service	1 ~ 3973 miles
OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL > OTHER > EQUIPMENT owners manual instructions state that consumer can place a child into the convertible child seat facing forward from 20-30 lbs...	1 ~ 51000 miles
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY rear windshield wiper chatters across rear window. impossible to clean window. dealer replaced under warranty. (entire arm assembly). *ak...	1 ~ 25000 miles
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS seven year old was on driver's side rear seat wearing seatbelt. child laid down for a nap. when the child...	1
EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY i have a 2001 toyota highlander vehicle. at times when speeds exceed 65 mph the rearview side mirrors create a...	1 ~ 20000 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC while driving on cobblestone road all you hear is metal clattering beneath the body but once you tap the brakes	1
MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM defective computer at date of purchase. it took toyota 2 months to fix it. i'm not satisfied with toyota service.	1

FAQ

What year Toyota Highlander is the most reliable?

Speaking of the models produced in the last 19 years, Toyota Highlander models of 2019, 2018, 2016 year of manufacture have had the least number of complaints.

What year was a bad year for Toyota Highlander?

Toyota Highlander models of 2008 and 2002 are probably the years to be avoided like the plague due to a higher than an average number of issues reported.

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- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...