2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID

4 recalls — 17 complaints — 114 TSBs — 5/5 safety rating

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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 1-800-33... Read more

550,007 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir... Read more

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may con... Read more

999,901 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

750,795 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the... Read more

Consequence

Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.

458,110 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

17 total complaints

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	2
ENGINE	2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	2
VISIBILITY/WIPER	1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	1
STEERING	1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL	1
SERVICE BRAKES	1

Incident date: Feb 23, 2026

While driving with my ACC activated to 71MPH, I was pulled over by Mass state police and told that my speed was between 76-81MPH. I've since confirmed the statement of the officer to be accurate by comparing the displayed vehicle speed is lower than what's displayed on apps such as Waze and google m... Read more

Incident date: Apr 29, 2024

I received a new engine. Went in 8/15 - 9/10. Truck was dead on 9/22 when State Farm sent out a guy to replace the windshield that came back broken from the dealership. I had put in a new battery on 4/17, before I even knew about the recall. I got the battery out and replaced under warranty from Aut... Read more

Incident date: Dec 20, 2023

I have contacted Centennial VW in Las Vegas, NV about the recall in December 2024 and they said the part is still on back order.

Incident date: Nov 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle intermittently returned to normal functionality. The contact checked the transmission fluid and noticed the fluid was burnt and em... Read more

Incident date: Jan 13, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle downshifted as the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. Th... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2024

Driving on a single lane road with no other cars on road (in front or behind) and car suddenly brakes to a complete stop and the crash warning sound become audible inside the car. This happened 1 other time about 1 month prior but car did not come to a complete stop that time. That incident there ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

The throttle body failed. It is not available for inspection because it was replaced. While driving on a high-speed road, the engine felt like it shuddered, and the car lost engine power and would no longer accelerate. At the same time, the light shaped like a wrench came on. Our safety was ther... Read more

Incident date: Sep 16, 2024

For over a year I got this warning that said pre collision assist not available. And it would go away after a few minutes. A few weeks ago it never left. Now I have that error as well as adaptive cruise not available. I cannot use my cruise control. I just recently had another issue and paid over 3 ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 20, 2023

The contact's son owns a 2023 Honda Accord. While the contact's son was driving at highway speeds, the steering wheel seized with an unknown message displayed on the instrument panel. The contact's son used excessive force to steer the vehicle off to the shoulder of the highway. The vehicle was then... Read more

Incident date: Sep 19, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reaso... Read more

Incident date: Sep 19, 2024

WHILE STOPPING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT BEHIND OTHER CARS AND BRAKING ON SLIGHT DOWNSLOPE THE BRAKES LET OFF FOR A SECOND OR TWO, THEN RE-ENGAGED. FELT LIKE WHEN YOU HIT AN ICY PATCH OR OIL SPOT ON PAVEMENT. THE 2022 VEHICLE IS UNDER 3 YEARS OLD AND HAS 10,539 MILES ON IT AND THIS WAS FIRST TIME THIS HAS O... Read more

Incident date: Sep 3, 2022

On board messages warning. Transmission: Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped.Secure vehicle against rolling while in parking position.

Incident date: Dec 20, 2023

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the residence. There was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle when the vehicle restarted. The contact called th... Read more

Incident date: Feb 9, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the clutch was squishy while depressed and the vehicle started to lose motive power while in second gear. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor detected while driving. There were no warning ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2020

As I was going down the highway may car lost power. I had to pull onto the shoulder and turned the car off. I then tried to start it but is would not start back up. I left it on the side of the highway for a few hours. Went back and it started back up but it was in limp mode, so I drove it to a shop... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2020

Heat does not work in Hybrid Vehicle. Prevents windshield from being able to be defrosted in winter. Should be covered under warranty, however when I took it to the dealer they report that multiple Volvo have this problem and there is a part shortage. Because of this problem, the vehicle is un... Read more

Incident date: Dec 30, 2020

2 ISSUES- THE DISTANCE TO EMPTY ONLY READS 425 MILES. WITH A FULL 17 GALLON TANK IT SHOULD BE AROUND 600. WHEN YOU FILL IT, IT CLICKS OFF 3-4 GALLONS SHORT OF FULL, ONLY HOLDING ABOUT 14 GALLONS. THE FUEL GAUGE SHOWS FULL. I THEN HAD TO TRICKLE IN THE REMAINING 3.5 GALLONS. HOW COULD IT SHO... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID

2021 Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	16.9%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive)	36.0	35.0	36.0	Regular	$1,900

CO2 Emissions: 245.0 g/mile (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID

114 manufacturer communications from 74 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	20
350000 EQUIPMENT	14
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	10
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	9
160000 STRUCTURE	7
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	4
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	4
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)	3

063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

TT: Engine Oil Leak between the Lower Oil Pan and Crank Case

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TT: Engine Oil Leak between the Lower Oil Pan and Crank Case

116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 11, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0013-24.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature,

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

DP: Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience.

100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used w

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TSB: Some 2018 ? 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, M20A-FKS, or M20A-FXS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2020-2022 vehicles equipped with North American Produced (NAP) A25A-FKS/FXS engines may experience an oil leak from the head/valve cover gasket. This issue is currently under investigation.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2023 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit a hybrid system warning lamp occurring in below-freezing temperatures (below 32?F or 0?C). After performing a Health Check, one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (

119800 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS or A25A-FXS engine may exhibit reduced engine power and/or a MIL ON condition

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TT: A very small percentage of customers experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assis

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2023 model year Highlander Hybrid and 2021 ? 2023 model year RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime, Sienna Hybrid, and Venza Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 22TE09 HV FLOOR UNDER WIRE HARNESS AND REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE CORROSION CERTAIN 2020 ?2022 MODEL YEAR HIGHLANDER HYBRID AWD

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 22TE09 HV FLOOR UNDER WIRE HARNESS AND REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE CORROSION CERTAIN 2020 ?2022 MODEL YEAR HIGHLANDER HYBRID AWD

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

TT: After jump-starting, the vehicle may experience a no-start condition and multiple DTCs including U010087. Upon investigation, it is found that the engine ECU has been damaged and needs to be replaced. In several cases, it was found that

072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

DP: Although the high-pressure fuel pump is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 5 years or 60,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2020-2022 vehicles equipped with North American Produced (NAP) A25A-FKS/FXS engines may experience an oil leak from the head/valve cover gasket. This issue is currently under investigation.

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2021-2022 TMMK built vehicles with A25A-FKS/FXS engines may exhibit an oil leak from the No.2 Oil Pan. This issue is currently under investigation

350000 EQUIPMENT

TT: Some 2021-2022 TMMK built vehicles with A25A-FKS/FXS engines may exhibit an oil leak from the No.2 Oil Pan. This issue is currently under investigation

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid and 2021 ? 2022 Sienna Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure ? Too Low) and/or P107A2A (Fuel Rail Pressu

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

TT: Vehicles listed above equipped with a Denso Ten radio (Entune Audio Plus or Premium Audio) may exhibit a condition in which the radio screen continues to show a Bluetooth phone call in progress after the call has ended. This condition h

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, and 2021 ? 2022 model year Venza Hybrid vehicles equipped with the 12.3-in. Premium Audio system may exhibit an abnormal multi-display operation, including but not limited to: an inter

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2020-2022 vehicles equipped with North American Produced (NAP) A25A-FKS/FXS engines may experience an oil leak from the head/valve cover gasket. This issue is currently under investigation.

061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

TT: Some Model Year 2018-2021 vehicles equipped with A25A-FKS/FXS or M20A-FKS/FXS engines may display the following message ?Engine Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer? on the combination meter.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while

119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur

162210 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS:ACTIVE SHUTTERS/GRILL

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year Highlander (except XSE models) and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an abnormal whistle noise from the front when driving over 35 mph. This may be caused by the radiator grille bracket. A new radiator

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

TT: To improve customer support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

DL: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22TC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR C-HR, RAV4 PRIME, TUNDRA CERTAIN 2021-2022 4RUNNER, HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HV, PRIUS PRIME, SEQUOIA, TACOMA CERTAIN 2022 PRIUS

350000 EQUIPMENT

160000 STRUCTURE

DL: A seam near the fuel inlet may not have been properly sealed during manufacturing. This can allow water to leak into the interior area of the vehicle, behind the third-row seat, when the vehicle is exposed to wet environmental condition

160000 STRUCTURE

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TD02FUEL INLET HOUSING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR HIGHLANDER CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR HIGHLANDER HYBRID

160000 STRUCTURE

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22LD01 OPTIONAL BODY-COLORED REAR SPOILER DESIGNED FOR: CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS HIGHLANDER AND HIGHLANDER HYBRID VEHICLES

160000 STRUCTURE

DD: LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TD02 (Remedy Notice) Dealer Letter and Technical Instructions Available on TIS Certain 2021 Model Year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid Sealant for a Seam near the Fuel Inlet

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SSC: Toyota Over-The- Air (OTA) Pilot Program Team Members SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC01

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid, 2020 ? 2021 model year Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, and Corolla, and 2021 model year Sienna Hybrid vehicles may exhibit decreased front windshield

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 22, 2022: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0024-22.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

RL: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices d

140000 AIR BAGS

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?The fuel gauge displays less than full when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. ?The total amount of fuel dispensed

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

TSB This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year El

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TT: Some customers may experience the inability to activate Remote Connect or Remote Connect becoming inoperative when attempting to send commands to the vehicle. To simplify the diagnosis of this system and prevent the unnecessary replacem

118310 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE

190000 TIRES

POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom

200000 WHEELS

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, or M20A-FKS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/Discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message on the Mu

350000 EQUIPMENT

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year Highlander Hybrid vehicle customers may express a concern of engine noise on acceleration from 0 ? 45 mph. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.

160000 STRUCTURE

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TSB: Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1186) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?WiFi intermittently inoperative. ?DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) B15DB present. ?Changing the Auto Re

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE October 14, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0089-21.

117200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE

TT: Special Service Campaign 21TC05 applies to the following condition: The fuel gauge needle and the ?distance to empty? estimated in the vehicle display accurately indicate the approximate amount of remaining fuel in the fuel tank. Howe

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

190000 TIRES

TSB During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires r

200000 WHEELS

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: 2022 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. During

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TT: Some vehicles equipped with Premium Audio systems may experience an inoperative condition that consists of displaying a ?Loading?? then a blank screen when pressing the MAP button. When performing the Storage Check in the Radio Diagnost

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year vehicles equipped with Audio, Audio Plus, or Premium Audio (versions 1784) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Intermittent blank screen. ?Navigation map update fails. ?Alb

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

140000 AIR BAGS

Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TT: Some vehicles may experience an issue related to the DCM, the following information is consolidating the available diagnostic information in one document.

350000 EQUIPMENT

TT: Some vehicles may experience an issue related to the DCM, the following information is consolidating the available diagnostic information in one document.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: ?Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body

350000 EQUIPMENT

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE August 3, 2020: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

TSB: Hybrid vehicles are equipped with two types of batteries: ?Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery ?Auxiliary (12V) battery If the hybrid vehicle is put into storage, the State-Of-Charge (SOC) of its HV battery and auxiliary battery will g

353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

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TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID across all model years (2004–2025).

54 Total Recalls

1,103 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

80 Reported Crashes

24 Reported Fires

2 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2025	2	0	View
2024	4	0	View
2023	6	10	View
2022	4	10	View
2021 (current)	4	17
2020	4	9	View
2019	0	9	View
2018	0	7	View
2017	2	7	View
2016	0	9	View
2015	0	5	View
2014	1	2	View
2013	0	6	View
2012	0	11	View
2011	1	5	View
2010	4	26	View
2009	4	55	View
2008	8	272	View
2007	2	160	View
2006	6	481	View
2005	1	2	View
2004	1	0	View

Other TOYOTA Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
TUNDRA	787	9,074	View
HIGHLANDER	677	6,756	View
RAV4	669	11,842	View
CROWN	548	141	View
TACOMA	406	10,562	View
VENZA	404	969	View
GRAND HIGHLANDER	388	332	View
PRIUS	365	15,456	View

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