CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Toyota Highlander has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 189 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 12 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (39 reports).
2023 Toyota Highlander recalls
Second-Row Seatbacks May Not Lock, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Certain 2021-2024 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles have a defect in which the second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position when adjusted.
Rearview camera may freeze or show blank screen in reverse
Certain 2022 and 2023 Lexus vehicles, including LX, NX, NX Hybrid, ES, ES Hybrid, LS, and LS Hybrid models, may have a software error that causes the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen while the vehicle is in reverse.
Dash May Hide Speed, Brake and Tire Warnings
Some Toyota and Lexus vehicles may have a software error that causes the instrument panel to fail to display vehicle speed, brake system warning, and tire pressure warning lights when the vehicle starts up.
Driver's air bag may fail to deploy in a crash
A connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may not be welded properly, so it can separate and turn off the driver's air bag.
Load capacity label may show wrong added weight
Certain 2023 Toyota vehicles equipped with accessories installed by Gulf States Toyota (GST) may have a load carrying capacity modification label that shows inaccurate added weight values.
Tires May Be Overloaded and Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2021-2024 Toyota Highlander vehicles were fitted with 20-inch accessory tires whose load rating is too low for the vehicle's Gross Axle Weight Rating.
Tires May Be Overloaded and Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Certain Highlander L and LE vehicles equipped with the Blackout Package, which includes 20-inch black alloy wheels and tires, have tires with an insufficient load rating.
Front Bumper Cover Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard
A minor impact to the front lower bumper cover can cause the cover to come loose or detach during normal driving.
Driver's air bag may be disabled, raising injury risk in a crash
A weld inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficient, so the electrical connection can separate.
Most common 2023 Toyota Highlander problems
Problem areas named in the 189 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 39 |
| Structure | 32 |
| Engine | 28 |
| Seats | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 20 |
| Power Train | 20 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
What owners report
Recall has not been fixed in a timely manner.
While depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of braking force, followed by a momentary forward surge/lunge before the friction brakes engaged.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V128000 (Seats); however, the parts required for the recall repair were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for another recall repair but was not serviced for the subject recall. The dealer confirmed that the parts were unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to provide a remedy for the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the issue.
Brake lag with loss of brakes during transition from regenerative to hydraulic friction braking. The vehicle braking system cuts out causing the vehicle to freely move forward which has caused near rear-end collisions with other vehicles, and loss of brakes at stop signs and crosswalks. The vehicle has been inspected four times at local dealership between June 1 and October 6, 2026. Brakes have been bled and recalibrated, actuator assembly has been replaced, and defect persists. Dealership has not been able to replicate the problem during their limited time with the vehicle. There are no warning lamps or messages and no other symptoms prior to each failure. Began noticing issue in May 2026.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V128000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2023 Toyota Highlander questions
Does the 2023 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2023 Toyota Highlander: Second-Row Seatbacks May Not Lock, Raising Crash Injury Risk; Rearview camera may freeze or show blank screen in reverse; Dash May Hide Speed, Brake and Tire Warnings; Driver's air bag may fail to deploy in a crash; Load capacity label may show wrong added weight. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Highlander?
Based on 189 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (39), Structure (32), Engine (28).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Toyota Highlander has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.