What is the most common problem with Toyota Highlander? Is it the engine, transmissions, electronics, suspension or reliability? Owner experience in our forum, or the number of recalls involving specific car parts, may provide the answer.
Recent Toyota Highlander Problems
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (2019 – 2023) – The lower front bumper cover
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (2019-12-06 – 2023-08-29) RECALL: Problem description: On affected vehicles minor impact to the lower front bumper cover could break the mounting tabs resulting in the lower bumper cover the engine under cover and the front wheel arch liners detaching from the vehicle while driving.?
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (2020 – 2021) – THE FRONT SEAT BACK FRAMES
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (02/11/2020 – 10/06/2021) RECALL: Problem description: Certain specific points on the seat-back frames were not manufactured with the minimum radius criteria. In this condition these seat-back frames do not comply with ECE UNR17.
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (2020 – 2021) – THE EMERGENCY CALLING SYSTEM
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (04/11/2020 – 06/04/2021) RECALL: Problem description: The emergency calling system (eCall) may not function when required.
If you wish to know more about possible problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Toyota Owners’ Reviews.
Latest EU Rapex Toyota Highlander Problems
- Toyota Highlander (2021 – 2023)on 29/03/2026
The seat back of second row seats may not remain in a locked position. A seat back that has not been secured in a locked position may fail to restrain […]
- Toyota Highlander (2021 – 2025)on 09/11/2025
Due to a software issue, the Parking Assist control unit that works with the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) to show the rearview camera image may briefly freeze […]
- Toyota Highlander (2022 – 2025)on 16/08/2025
A flaw in the vehicle’s combination meter programming causes it to deteriorate its memory. Due to this the display of the monitor may not work, removing […]
Currently 7104 Recalls