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The 2024 Toyota Highlander is associated with 41 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 7 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.

The most frequently reported component area is Other / Uncategorized, accounting for 6 reports (15% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 14 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2.5L 4-Cyl hybrid, 2.4L 4-Cyl hybrid, and 2.4l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 22 to 36 MPG combined. The 2024 Toyota Highlander belongs to the 4th generation (XU70) Highlander platform spanning model years 2020–2026.

Platform Architecture: 4th Generation (XU70) • Production Span: 2020–2026 • Platform Code: TNGA-K • Lifecycle Note: Initial Launch (2020–2022) / 2.4T Engine Update (2023–2026)
Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 41 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 7 official campaigns
  • • Primary Defect Domain: Other / Uncategorized (6 / 15%)
  • • Field Incident Signals: 4 crash / 0 fire / 4 injury reports
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
  • • EPA Certified Range: 22–36 MPG across 14 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2024 Toyota Highlander?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
Grand Highlander Hybrid Hybrid 2.5L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (AV-S6) 37 MPG 34 MPG 36 MPG — $1,700 / yr
Highlander Hybrid Hybrid 2.5L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (AV-S6) 36 MPG 35 MPG 36 MPG — $1,700 / yr
Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT Hybrid 2.5L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AV-S6) 35 MPG 34 MPG 35 MPG — $1,750 / yr
Highlander Hybrid AWD Hybrid 2.5L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AV-S6) 35 MPG 35 MPG 35 MPG — $1,750 / yr
Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited Hybrid 2.5L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (AV-S6) 36 MPG 32 MPG 34 MPG — $1,800 / yr
Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD Hybrid 2.5L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AV-S6) 36 MPG 32 MPG 34 MPG — $1,800 / yr
Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD Hybrid 2.4L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S6) 26 MPG 27 MPG 27 MPG — $2,300 / yr
Highlander 2.4L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $2,450 / yr
Grand Highlander LE/XLE 2.4L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,550 / yr
Grand Highlander Limited 2.4L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,550 / yr
Highlander 2.4L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,550 / yr
Highlander AWD 2.4L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,550 / yr
Grand Highlander AWD LE/XLE 2.4L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,650 / yr
Grand Highlander AWD Limited/Platinum 2.4L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,800 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2024 Toyota Highlander?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant Overall Rating Frontal Crash Side Crash Rollover Rating Rollover Risk
SUV FWD 16.900000000000002%
HYBRID SUV FWD 16.900000000000002%
SUV AWD 16.400000000000002%
HYBRID SUV AWD 16.400000000000002%
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2024 Toyota Highlander models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2024 Toyota Highlander?

Summary of 41 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
41
Crash Reports
4
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
4
Total Injuries
5

Top Reported Problem Categories

Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA

Service Brakes 5 complaints
Fuel & Propulsion System 3 complaints
Electrical System 2 complaints
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2 complaints
Powertrain 2 complaints (1 crash)

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

View all 2024 Toyota Highlander problems & component breakdown (26 categories) →

Are there open safety recalls on the 2024 Toyota Highlander?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #26V128000 Active Recall
Affected Component: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Defect Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated August 27, 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 26TB06 and 26TA06.
NHTSA Campaign #25V872000 Active Recall
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Defect Summary: 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.

Free Manufacturer 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.
NHTSA Campaign #25V744000 Active Recall
Affected Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Defect Summary: 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."

Free Manufacturer 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.
View all 2024 Toyota Highlander recalls & campaign history (7 campaigns) →
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Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2024 Toyota Highlander

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2024 Toyota Highlander

How many safety recalls does the 2024 Toyota Highlander have?

The 2024 Toyota Highlander is associated with 7 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

View all 7 recall campaigns & remedy details →
Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Toyota Highlander?

NHTSA records list 41 consumer defect complaints for the 2024 Toyota Highlander. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Other / Uncategorized, appearing in 6 filings (15% of submissions).

Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.

Explore full 2024 Toyota Highlander defect complaint breakdown →
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2024 Toyota Highlander?

Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2024 Toyota Highlander earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 4 tested configuration(s).

Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP)

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2024 Toyota Highlander get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2024 Toyota Highlander range from 22 to 36 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

Compare MPG ratings across all certified trims →
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.