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TOYOTA Highlander Recall Statistics

Original analysis of recall history, risk grades, and safety trends.

25
Total Recalls
0.9
Avg per Year Above brand average (0.6)
28
Years Tracked

Recalls by Year

2000
0
2001
3
2002
0
2003
1
2004
2
2005
0
2006
0
2007
0
2008
4
2009
0
2010
0
2011
0
2012
0
2013
1
2014
4
2015
1
2016
1
2017
1
2018
0
2019
0
2020
3
2021
2
2022
1
2023
0
2024
1
2025
0
2026
0
2027
0

Most Common Components

SEATS
3
SEAT BELTS
3
EQUIPMENT
3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2
TIRES
2
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2
AIR BAGS
2
WHEELS
1
STRUCTURE
1

Most Severe Recalls

High Priority

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE — The seat belt in your Highlander's third row is connected to a metal anchor on the roof. In some 2024-2025 models, this anchor might be installed at an incorrect angle.

High Priority

TIRES — The tires on your Highlander L or LE with the Blackout Package have a load rating that's not strong enough for their size. This is a safety issue because it could cause them to fai…

High Priority

TIRES — Your Highlander came with 20-inch tires that aren't strong enough for your vehicle's weight. This is a problem because your tires can burst or fail under heavy loads.

High Priority

AIR BAGS — The seat-mounted side air bag in your Highlander is designed to protect you in a crash. However, if the front seat trim covers are not installed correctly, this air bag might not d…

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY — The Engine Control Unit (ECU) is like the brain of your Highlander's engine. It's responsible for making sure the right amount of fuel gets to the engine when you need it. In some …

Worst Years (Most Recalls)

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