The tires on your Highlander are designed to handle a certain amount of weight, but the ones installed on your 2021-2024 model might not meet that standard.
Risk if Unfixed
If you overload your Highlander, the tires could fail, which means you might lose control of your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect your tires and replace them with ones that meet the proper load rating, if necessary, and also update the information placard on your vehicle – all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander vehicles. The 20-inch accessory tires with an insufficient load rating for the vehicle's Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) were installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Tires with an insufficient load rating can be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
SET will inspect and replace the tires and information placard, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2024. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET24A.
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 fail under heavy loads.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tires fail while you're driving, they may blow out or become unevenly worn, making it harder to control your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and replace your tires if needed, and add a new tire information label to your vehicle, all at no cost to you. Just bring your vehicle in when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022-2024 model year Highlander L and Highlander LE vehicles equipped with the Blackout Package that includes 20" black alloy wheels and tires. The installed tires have an insufficient load rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Tires with an insufficient load rating may be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
GST will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, and install a new tire information label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R1.
The recliner mechanism in the middle and back seats of your Highlander is responsible for making sure the seats stay upright when you recline them. In some 2021-2024 models, this mechanism might not lock the seat in place properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat back doesn't lock, it might not keep you safely seated during a crash, which could lead to injury.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will replace the return springs in the seat recliner assemblies with new ones, and you won't be charged for this repair. You'll receive a follow-up letter once the final fix is ready, but you can also contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.
Your vehicle has a label on the driver's side doorjamb that shows the maximum weight your vehicle can carry. This label may fade over time and become hard to read.
Risk if Unfixed
If the label is illegible, you might not know how much weight your vehicle can safely handle. This could lead to overloading, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive a new label in the mail, along with instructions on how to replace it. This is a free repair, and you don't need to contact the dealer to schedule it - just wait for the letter and follow the instructions.
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Original — What Happened
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
GST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.
The front bumper cover on your Highlander is a protective shield that connects the front of your vehicle. In some 2020-2023 models, this cover can come loose or fall off after a minor bump.
Risk if Unfixed
If the front bumper cover detaches while you're driving, it could become a road hazard and increase the risk of a collision with another vehicle or pedestrian.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will inspect and repair or replace the front bumper covers as needed, at no cost to you. This repair will be done free of charge, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.
