#1
Infotainment System
Reported across 9 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Issue Pattern Analysis
Toyota Highlander Common Problems
We analyzed every Toyota Highlander reliability report across 25 model years (avg score 90/100) — here are the issues that keep showing up.
Most-Reported Highlander Issues
Ranked by how often this issue appears in our Toyota Highlander year-by-year reports.
Affects 36% of years
#2
HVAC System
Reported across 5 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#3
Suspension Components
Reported across 4 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#4
Cooling System (V6)
Reported across 3 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#5
Suspension & Steering
Reported across 3 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#6
Rust and Corrosion
Reported across 2 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#7
Power Steering System
Reported across 2 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#8
Brake System
Reported across 2 Toyota Highlander model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Problems by Model Year
2001 Toyota Highlander91/100
A steadfast and highly dependable SUV that offers strong long-term value with minimal major headaches.
2002 Toyota Highlander90/100
A testament to Japanese reliability, the 2002 Highlander offers peace of mind with only minor, manageable age-related concerns.
2003 Toyota Highlander89/100
A testament to Toyota's legendary reliability, the 2003 Highlander is a steadfast workhorse that consistently delivers dependable service.
2004 Toyota Highlander91/100
A testament to Toyota's reputation, this Highlander is a remarkably reliable family hauler that will dutifully serve for many more years.
2005 Toyota Highlander90/100
A highly dependable SUV that offers excellent long-term value, provided you address a few common age-related vulnerabilities.
2006 Toyota Highlander88/100
A bulletproof family hauler that consistently delivers reliability, making it an outstanding used vehicle choice.
2007 Toyota Highlander88/100
A supremely dependable and practical family SUV with minimal high-cost reliability issues.
2008 Toyota Highlander88/100
A supremely dependable and practical family SUV that consistently outperforms many peers in long-term reliability.
2009 Toyota Highlander88/100
A supremely dependable family hauler with minimal common faults, ideal for long-term ownership and outstanding value.
2010 Toyota Highlander92/100
A supremely reliable family hauler, offering peace of mind and enduring value, with only minor common issues to monitor.
2011 Toyota Highlander88/100
A top-tier family SUV offering superb reliability and minimal major headaches, making it an enduring smart buy.
2012 Toyota Highlander89/100
A steadfast and dependable family hauler, the Highlander offers peace of mind with Toyota's proven engineering.
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