2025 Toyota Grand Highlander VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander has excellent reliability. There are 3 recalls and 33 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Toyota Grand-Highlander. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Power Train (8), Unknown Or Other (8), Structure (4).
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 2025 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.
- Power Train8
- Unknown Or Other8
- Structure4
- Fuel Propulsion System3
- Electrical System2
- Back Over Prevention1
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2025 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 sunroof for any signs of stress or damage
- Check for AC functionality and inspect condenser for damage
- Test fuel gauge accuracy by refueling and checking capacity
- Examine hood for excessive vibration at highway speeds
- Test for smooth acceleration and transmission shifts
- Inspect windshield and sunroof for any signs of cracking or leaks
- Verify back over prevention system and Adaptive Cruise Control functionality
2025 Grand Highlander recalls (2)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2025 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.
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander on the road
136,760 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander
With a score far above the segment average, the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander lands in the strong-reliability tier. The overall complaint volume is modest for a vehicle being tracked this early, and the data points to a generally low buyer risk profile.
Issues are not confined to a single system. The largest shares sit in the powertrain and in reports categorized as unknown or other, with smaller clusters in structure, fuel/propulsion, and electrical. That spread suggests monitoring across multiple areas rather than one dominant weak point, though the leading categories still warrant attention in the reliability picture.
Recall activity is limited rather than elevated. Overall, the data supports a low reliability risk level.
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2025 Toyota Grand Highlander — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander reliable?
With a score far above the segment average, the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander lands in the strong-reliability tier. The overall complaint volume is modest for a vehicle being tracked this early, and the data points to a generally low buyer risk profile.
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander have?
2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander problems?
The most-reported 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander problem areas are: Power Train (8), Unknown Or Other (8), Structure (4).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.