2024 Toyota Grand Highlander VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander has good reliability. There are 7 recalls and 171 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Toyota Grand-Highlander. Severity signals include 2 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (34), Air Bags (27), Power Train (26).
Grand Highlander reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Unknown Or Other34
- Air Bags27
- Power Train26
- Electrical System14
- Fuel Propulsion System12
- Suspension10
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Inspect CV axles for clicking or popping noises during turns
- Test fuel tank filling capacity to ensure it reaches advertised levels
- Check for hesitation or delayed acceleration from a stop
- Verify instrument cluster and infotainment screen functionality
- Ensure airbag recall repairs have been completed
- Inspect for windshield cracks or chips
- Test defroster functionality on both sides of the windshield
- Check for unusual cabin pressure or noise at low speeds
2024 Grand Highlander recalls (4)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2024 Grand Highlander. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 25V744000Oct 30, 2025
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."
Consequence: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V595000Sep 11, 2025
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.
Consequence: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel software 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. 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.
- EQUIPMENTNHTSA 24V548000Jul 23, 2024
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."
Consequence: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
- AIR BAGSNHTSA 24V461000Jun 20, 2024
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Lexus TX350, TX500 Hybrid, and TX550 Hybrid+ vehicles. The driver and passenger side curtain air bags may not unroll as intended and could partially deploy outside of an open window. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence: An improper deployment of the side curtain air bag can reduce occupant protection during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver and passenger curtain shield air bag assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB09/24TA09 and Lexus' numbers are 24LB05/24LA05.
2024 Toyota Grand Highlander on the road
71,717 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
With a 72/100 score against a 78/100 segment average, the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander lands below the class norm for reliability. That gap points to a moderate, not standout, dependability profile and a higher buyer risk level than the typical competitor in this segment.
Issues are not confined to a single system. Complaints show meaningful activity across airbags, the powertrain, and the electrical and fuel/propulsion systems, alongside a sizable share filed under unspecified categories. That pattern suggests a broader spread of concerns rather than one dominant weak spot. Recall activity is elevated, reinforcing that this model year has seen more corrective action than a limited-recall vehicle.
Overall, the data supports a moderate reliability risk assessment.
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2024 Toyota Grand Highlander — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander reliable?
With a 72/100 score against a 78/100 segment average, the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander lands below the class norm for reliability. That gap points to a moderate, not standout, dependability profile and a higher buyer risk level than the typical competitor in this segment.
How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander have?
4 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander problems?
The most-reported 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (34), Air Bags (27), Power Train (26).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.