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2025 Toyota Grand Highlander electrical problems
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Owners of the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander have filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the electrical at roughly $850 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See electrical across all vehicles →
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
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) 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. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. 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.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering electrical on this vehicle — documented
repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall
(it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Service CampaignT-SB-0058-23 Rev1Jun 2025
The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
Some 2024 – 2025 model year Grand Highlander and Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is inoperative, there is a BSM malfunction message on the multi-information display (MID), or the driving assist information indicator is illuminated, along with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: •C1AB413 – Outer Mirror Indicator (Module "B" Side) Circuit Open •C1AB513 – Outer Mirror Indicator (Module "A" Side) Circuit Open The BSM sensor software has been updated to reduce the possibility of these conditions.
Some 2024 – 2025 model year Grand Highlander and Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is inoperative, there is a BSM malfunction message on the multi-information display (MID), or the driving assist information indicator is illuminated, along with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: •C1AB413 – Outer Mirror Indicator (Module "B" Side) Circuit Open •C1AB513 – Outer Mirror Indicator (Module "A" Side) Circuit Open The BSM sensor software has been updated to reduce the possibility of these conditions.
To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.
To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Based on the 5 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 10,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2025/Toyota/Grand Highlander.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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