NHTSA data · updated October 21, 2026
Toyota Highlander recalls & problems by year
Across 2012–2025, NHTSA lists 60 recalls and 3,233 owner complaints for the Toyota Highlander. The 2025 has the fewest complaints (10) and the 2021 has the most (531).
| Year | Recalls | Owner complaints | Top problem area | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | steering | 4★ | |
| 2013 | 3 | steering | 4★ | |
| 2014 | 5 | electrical system | 5★ | |
| 2015 | 2 | electrical system | 5★ | |
| 2016 | 3 | unknown or other | 5★ | |
| 2017 | 4 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2018 | 5 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2019 | 3 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2020 | 4 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2021 | 4 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2022 | 5 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2023 | 9 | unknown or other | 5★ | |
| 2024 | 7 | unknown or other | 5★ | |
| 2025 | 4 | vehicle speed control | 5★ |
Newer model years have had less time on the road to collect complaints. Compare years of similar age.
Questions
What is the most reliable year of the Toyota Highlander?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2025 Toyota Highlander has the fewest (10) of the 2012–2025 model years. Newer model years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare similar ages.
Which Toyota Highlander year has the most problems?
The 2021 Toyota Highlander has the most NHTSA owner complaints (531) of the 2012–2025 model years.
How do I check if my Toyota Highlander has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our free VIN check, or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.