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Toyota Highlander Recalls

NHTSA has issued 44 safety recalls for the Toyota Highlander, covering model years 2004 through 2025. Seat faults account for 7 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2010 model year has the most, with 10 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 2,519,424 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on March 5, 2026.

Total recalls
44
Model years affected
22
Most recalled part
Seat
Latest recall
2026

Toyota Highlander recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 44 total.

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The 30 most recent Toyota Highlander recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

26V128000SeatReported March 5, 2026

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Model years affected: 2021–2024

The problem

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.

What can happen

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

The fix

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, anticipated August 27, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.

Vehicles affected
550,007
Maker's recall no.
26TB06 / 26TA06
Read campaign 26V128000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V872000Seat beltReported December 17, 2025

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Model years affected: 2024–2025

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The third row center seat belt roof anchor may have been installed at an incorrect angle, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant.

What can happen

A seat belt that does not properly restrain an occupant increases the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reinstall the seat belt anchor with a new bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA16.

Vehicles affected
39
Maker's recall no.
25TA16
Owners notified
January 20, 2026
Read campaign 25V872000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V744000Backup cameraReported October 30, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Model years affected: 2023–2025

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What can happen

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

Vehicles affected
1,024,407
Maker's recall no.
25TB13/25LB06/WRE25
Owners notified
December 5, 2025
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 25V744000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V595000Electrical systemReported September 11, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2023–2025

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

What can happen

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.

Vehicles affected
591,377
Maker's recall no.
See Part 573 Report
Owners notified
December 5, 2025
Read campaign 25V595000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V040000AirbagReported January 29, 2025

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What can happen

A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.

Vehicles affected
1,716
Maker's recall no.
25TA02/25LA02
Owners notified
March 17, 2025
Safety standard
FMVSS 208
Read campaign 25V040000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V548000Reported July 23, 2024

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Model years affected: 2023–2024

The problem

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What can happen

A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

Vehicles affected
33,848
Maker's recall no.
24R2
Owners notified
September 16, 2024
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 24V548000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V452000TireReported June 18, 2024

TIRES

Model years affected: 2021–2024

The problem

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."

What can happen

Tires with an insufficient load rating can be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
4,763
Maker's recall no.
SET24A
Owners notified
August 16, 2024
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 24V452000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V419000TireReported June 6, 2024

TIRES

Model years affected: 2022–2024

The problem

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."

What can happen

Tires with an insufficient load rating may be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
4,869
Maker's recall no.
24R1
Owners notified
August 8, 2024
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 24V419000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V865000AirbagReported December 20, 2023

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Model years affected: 2020–2021

The problem

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 circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.

What can happen

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

The fix

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 contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

Vehicles affected
999,901
Maker's recall no.
23TA15, 23LA03
Owners notified
October 31, 2024
Read campaign 23V865000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V720000StructureReported October 26, 2023

STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

Model years affected: 2020–2023

The problem

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.

What can happen

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

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
750,795
Maker's recall no.
23TB12 / 23TA12
Owners notified
April 22, 2024
Read campaign 23V720000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V480000AirbagReported July 12, 2023

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What can happen

A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.

Vehicles affected
152,927
Maker's recall no.
23TA08/ 23LA02
Owners notified
September 8, 2023
Safety standard
FMVSS 208
Read campaign 23V480000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V310000Reported May 6, 2022

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

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."

What can happen

An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
661
Maker's recall no.
22R1
Owners notified
June 30, 2022
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 22V310000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V682000Fuel systemReported November 4, 2020

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Model years affected: 2017–2019

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

What can happen

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Vehicles affected
1,525,742
Maker's recall no.
20TA02, 20LA01
Owners notified
January 21, 2021
Read campaign 20V682000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V633000SeatReported October 14, 2020

SEATS

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander and Highlander hybrid vehicles. Incorrect seat trim covers on one or both of the front seats can prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.

What can happen

Improper deployment of the seat-mounted side air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats and replace the seat trim covers as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB14 / 20TA14.

Vehicles affected
3,121
Maker's recall no.
20TB14 / 20TA14
Owners notified
December 11, 2020
Read campaign 20V633000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V162000Reported March 19, 2020

ENGINE

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander vehicles equipped with a 3.5 L, V6 (2GR-FKS) gasoline engine. Due to an Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming error, fuel may not be correctly supplied to the engine while using the stop and restart feature.

What can happen

Improper fuel supply programming can result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA06.

Vehicles affected
38,810
Maker's recall no.
20TA06
Owners notified
May 15, 2020
Read campaign 20V162000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V012000Fuel systemReported January 13, 2020

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Model years affected: 2018–2019

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

What can happen

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

Vehicles affected
1,830,752
Maker's recall no.
20TB02/20TA02/20LB01
Owners notified
May 1, 2020
Read campaign 20V012000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V244000Reported March 27, 2019

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Model years affected: 2019

The problem

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What can happen

If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.

Vehicles affected
3,634
Maker's recall no.
19R1
Owners notified
May 24, 2019
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 19V244000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
18V211000BrakeReported April 3, 2018

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Model years affected: 2018

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.

What can happen

A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.

Vehicles affected
6,046
Maker's recall no.
J0K/JLD
Owners notified
May 9, 2018
Read campaign 18V211000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
17V831000Reported December 20, 2017

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Model years affected: 2018

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What can happen

An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.

Vehicles affected
649
Maker's recall no.
Toyota H0Z Lexus HLF
Owners notified
January 23, 2018
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 17V831000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
17V520000Reported August 23, 2017

EQUIPMENT

Model years affected: 2017

The problem

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.

What can happen

The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.

Vehicles affected
1,121
Maker's recall no.
17R3
Owners notified
September 29, 2017
Read campaign 17V520000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
17V295000TireReported May 2, 2017

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Model years affected: 2017

The problem

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

What can happen

A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

Vehicles affected
409
Maker's recall no.
17R2
Owners notified
June 15, 2017
Read campaign 17V295000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
16V775000Electrical systemReported October 24, 2016

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Model years affected: 2016

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander vehicles manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 16, 2016. The brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, preventing the sensor from detecting the brake fluid level. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

What can happen

If the brake fluid level is low and is not detected, the braking performance may be decreased, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, connect the wire harness to the sensor, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this G03.

Vehicles affected
7,056
Maker's recall no.
G03
Owners notified
November 14, 2016
Safety standard
FMVSS 135
Read campaign 16V775000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
16V420000Reported June 9, 2016

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Model years affected: 2016

The problem

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

What can happen

An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

Vehicles affected
4,253
Maker's recall no.
SET-16C
Owners notified
July 14, 2016
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 16V420000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
16V396000SeatReported June 2, 2016

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Model years affected: 2005–2011

The problem

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

What can happen

If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

Vehicles affected
7,749
Maker's recall no.
SET16B
Owners notified
July 14, 2016
Read campaign 16V396000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
15V689000VisibilityReported October 22, 2015

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Model years affected: 2008–2011

The problem

Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.

What can happen

If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.

Vehicles affected
1,814,284
Maker's recall no.
C0M
Owners notified
November 25, 2015
Read campaign 15V689000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
15V144000SteeringReported March 13, 2015

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2015

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Over time, this damage may result in failure of the electric power steering system.

What can happen

An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number of the EPS ECU or steering column assembly. If the number is within the affected range, the EPS ECU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Vehicles affected
110,085
Owners notified
May 7, 2015
Read campaign 15V144000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
14V743000SeatReported November 19, 2014

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Model years affected: 2006–2011

The problem

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

What can happen

Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

The fix

SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

Vehicles affected
3,233
Owners notified
January 29, 2015
Read campaign 14V743000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
14V576000Fuel systemReported September 19, 2014

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Model years affected: 2014

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

What can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Vehicles affected
15,872
Owners notified
November 17, 2014
Read campaign 14V576000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
14V272000Electrical systemReported May 22, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2014

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles may have improper software installed in the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) for the operation of the front passenger seat belt force limiter, and as a result, the force limiter may use the restraint setting designed for small occupants, such as those that weigh approximately 110 pounds, for all occupants regardless of their size. As such, some of these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What can happen

In the event of a crash, a larger front passenger seat occupant may not be properly restrained and be at an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update in the air bag electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Vehicles affected
48,840
Owners notified
June 27, 2014
Safety standard
FMVSS 208
Read campaign 14V272000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
14V274000SeatReported May 22, 2014

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Model years affected: 2014

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, through April 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a second row right-hand seat assembly that does not fully lock into the inboard seat track in the forward first, second and third adjusting positions. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

What can happen

If the seat does not fully lock into the inboard seat track, the seat could move, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second row right-hand seat, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Vehicles affected
231
Owners notified
July 14, 2014
Safety standard
FMVSS 207
Read campaign 14V274000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

Earlier Toyota Highlander recalls

The remaining 14 campaigns on file, oldest going back to 2010. Open any campaign number for the full report on NHTSA.gov.

CampaignComponentModel yearsReported
14V168000Airbag2008–20102014-04-09
14V148000Seat20132014-03-27
14V051000Seat belt20142014-02-07
13V123000EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS2010–20132013-04-09
13V014000Seat2009–20132013-01-16
12V491000Visibility20082012-10-10
11V539000Engine and cooling2004–20052011-11-09
11V245000Airbag20082011-04-21
11V112000Speed control2004–20062011-02-24
10V499000Brake2004–20062010-10-21
10V035000EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS2005–20102010-02-03
10V036000EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS2006–20102010-02-03
10V023000Speed control2008–20102010-01-27
10V017000Speed control20102010-01-21

What to do if your Toyota Highlander is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Toyota Highlander recall questions

How many recalls does the Toyota Highlander have?

NHTSA lists 44 recall campaigns for the Toyota Highlander across model years 2004 to 2025. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Toyota Highlander model year has the most recalls?

The 2010 Toyota Highlander carries the most, with 10 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Toyota Highlander recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Toyota Highlander with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Toyota recalls

Toyota Tundra recalls61Toyota RAV4 recalls45Toyota Sienna recalls45Toyota Corolla recalls41Toyota Tacoma recalls41Toyota 4RUNNER recalls37

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:
July 18, 2026
Coverage:
Recalls from 2010 onward
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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

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