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ProblemsByVin File / 2023-TOYOTA-HIGHLANDER
2023 · toyota

toyota Highlander problems

1 safety recall. 146 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

body
27 reports · avg $1,500
severe
powertrain
13 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
12 reports · avg $450
severe
airbags
11 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
11 reports · avg $850
moderate
engine
10 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
cruise control
6 reports · avg $600
moderate
tires
5 reports · avg $150
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2023 Highlander · body
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from behind the dashboard and the rear passenger-side door. The contact stated that it sounded as if something was loose. No…
12/30/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707789.0
2023 Highlander · airbags Crash
A vehicle turned in front of me as I was going down the highway and I collided with the vehicle at 44 mph. The airbags of my car did not deploy but the airbags of the other vehicle did deploy.
12/30/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707839.0
2023 Highlander · wheels
On November 24, I took the vehicle into Gene Messer Toyota in Lubbock, TX to have them diagnose a noise in the front end. They confirmed hearing the noise but assured me the vehicle was safe to drive. No repairs were performed. 10 days later, on December 10, the front driver…
12/16/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11705395.0
2023 Highlander · brakes
When applying the brakes sometimes, particularly when breaking at the bottom of a hill, the car lunges forward before the brake catches and it stops. The transition is jarring and does not seem safe at all. I've been told by mechanics at the Toyota shop that it is normal for a…
12/16/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11705422.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 23V720000 26/10/2023

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles

A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.

Common questions

Is the 2023 Toyota Highlander reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 146 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 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.

What's the most common problem on the 2023 Toyota Highlander?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 27 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. 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 2023 Toyota Highlander?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 146 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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 aren't always better value.

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