MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Toyota Highlander Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 2,676 total NHTSA owner complaints and 54 federal recall campaigns for the Toyota Highlander.
Best Highlander Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All Highlander Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Highlander | 5.3 / 10 | 9(0.4/10k) | 3 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 Highlander | 6 / 10 | 40(1.8/10k) | 7 | Critical Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 Highlander | 5.5 / 10 | 173(7.9/10k) | 9 | Critical Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 Highlander | 5.5 / 10 | 231(10.5/10k) | 5 | Critical Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 Highlander | 5.3 / 10 | 490(22.3/10k) | 4 | Critical Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 Highlander | 5.9 / 10 | 306(13.9/10k) | 4 | Critical Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 Highlander | 5.9 / 10 | 472(21.5/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 Highlander | 5.4 / 10 | 260(11.8/10k) | 5 | Critical Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 Highlander | 5.3 / 10 | 263(12/10k) | 4 | Critical Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 Highlander | 5.6 / 10 | 109(5/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 Highlander | 6.2 / 10 | 189(8.6/10k) | 2 | Critical Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 Highlander | 6.4 / 10 | 134(6.1/10k) | 5 | Critical Risk | Audit 2014 |