Toyota Highlander problems
123 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Brakes: 28 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 73,000–150,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
All motor mounts are rotted. While driving when take foot off the gas, the car sways and pulls. It happens at all speeds.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Toyota highlander. When entering a parking space the vehicle accelerated forward without intention. Consequently she crashed into a sign. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician installed a secondary hook to secure the floor-mat. The…
About a month ago, my wife called me from far away telling me that she suddenly had brake-related warming lights. I quickly read up on the ABS system failures in this car, and since she did not yet have symptoms, I told her to drive back carefully. I then reviewed my files…
Slow intermittent drain on Toyota highlander hybrid 2007 auxiliary battery. Since april 2007, the battery has died 5 times. Dealer replaced with new battery, new dvd player but still cannot identify the source of the battery draw. *tr
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Toyota Highlander reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 123 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Toyota Highlander is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Toyota Highlander?
The 2007 Toyota Highlander is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Brakes: 28 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 73,000–150,000 mi; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Toyota Highlander?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 28 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 107,368 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 107,368 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Toyota Highlander has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Toyota Highlander?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 123 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.