2024 Toyota Highlander VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2024 Toyota Highlander has good reliability. There are 16 recalls and 198 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Toyota Highlander. Severity signals include 5 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (43), Power Train (27), Air Bags (27).
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 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 Other43
- Power Train27
- Air Bags27
- Electrical System18
- Fuel Propulsion System14
- Suspension11
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2024 Toyota Highlander
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Test brakes for lurching or pulsing at low speeds
- Inspect for CV axle clicking or popping noises when turning
- Verify fuel tank fills to capacity and check for gasoline odor
- Test acceleration from a stop for hesitation or delay
- Check infotainment system for pop-up ads interfering with use
- Ensure instrument cluster and infotainment screen function properly
- Inspect sunroof for signs of stress or potential shattering
2024 Highlander recalls (7)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2024 Highlander. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- SEAT BELTSNHTSA 25V872000Dec 17, 2025
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.
Consequence: A seat belt that does not properly restrain an occupant increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- TIRESNHTSA 24V452000Jun 18, 2024
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."
Consequence: Tires with an insufficient load rating can be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
- TIRESNHTSA 24V419000Jun 6, 2024
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."
Consequence: Tires with an insufficient load rating may be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
- 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.
Used-market value
2024 Toyota Highlander resale snapshot
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2024 Toyota Highlander on the road
89,658 2024 Toyota Highlander units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2024 Toyota Highlander stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2024 Toyota Highlander
The 2024 Toyota Highlander posts a solid reliability score that lands just above the segment average. That places it in an essentially average-to-slightly-better position for buyer risk, without a clear advantage over peers. As year five of its generation, the data reads as stable rather than standout.
Issue reports are not confined to a single system. The largest share falls into non-specific “unknown/other,” while powertrain and air-bag related complaints also represent meaningful portions, with electrical and fuel/propulsion concerns present as secondary themes. This spread suggests a broad mix of reported problems rather than one dominant weak point. Recall activity is elevated, which increases overall exposure even with an above-average score.
Overall risk level: moderate, slightly better than segment typical but not low.
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2024 Toyota Highlander — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Toyota Highlander reliable?
The 2024 Toyota Highlander posts a solid reliability score that lands just above the segment average. That places it in an essentially average-to-slightly-better position for buyer risk, without a clear advantage over peers. As year five of its generation, the data reads as stable rather than standout.
How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota Highlander have?
7 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2024 Toyota Highlander. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2024 Toyota Highlander problems?
The most-reported 2024 Toyota Highlander problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (43), Power Train (27), Air Bags (27).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2024 Toyota Highlander?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2024 Toyota Highlander, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.