2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER PROBLEMS

Model Trims
Highlander 2.7 (188 Hp) Automatic
Highlander 3.5 V6 (249 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Highlander 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) Hybrid AWD-i e-CVT
Highlander 2.7 (188 Hp) Automatic
Highlander 3.5 V6 (249 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Highlander 3.5 V6 (296 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Highlander 3.5 V6 (296 Hp) Automatic

Issues by Year
Years to avoid. Click on columns for details
Malfunction Modules
Common Complaints and Reliability
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1. Brake Issues:
- Rubber pad on brake pedal came off, causing foot to slip off pedal while driving
- EPS Failure, intermittent issue with flashing lights causing braking problems
- Brakes not working properly, causing accidents and potential danger
- Brakes randomly engaging or failing to work, throwing occupants forward
- Vehicle went through stop sign due to brake failure
- Rubber pad on brake pedal came off, causing foot to slip off pedal while driving
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2. Electrical Issues:
- Engine turning on by itself after being turned off
- EPS failure causing steering wheel to lock up
- Electrical issue affecting multiple systems, including engine shutting off while driving
- AWD system failing in wet weather
- Engine turning on by itself after being turned off
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3. Mechanical/Safety Issues:
- Sunroof exploding while driving
- Recall issued for brake fluid reservoir sensor connector
- Tires failing and causing accidents
- Airbags not deploying during accidents
- Side airbags failing to deploy during an accident
- Fuel pump running after engine turned off
- Liftgate hitting individual in the head
- Rear windshield exploding without reason
- Poor visibility due to bulky side mirrors
- Safety belt malfunctioning
- Collision due to bulky side mirrors blocking visibility and causing accidents
- Headlights not illuminating road properly
- Parking brake failing on hills
- Radiators cracked
- Rain sensing wipers activating randomly
- Cruise control malfunctioning on declines
- Rear windshields leaking
- Tail lights fogging up and leaking
- Inadequate rear door release mechanism
- Sunroof exploding while driving
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4. Miscellaneous Issues:
- Incompatible phone syncing causing hands-free calling issues
- Lack of interior rear door release
- Panoramic moonroof section shattering spontaneously
- Sunroof shattering randomly
- Vehicle not starting in cold temperatures
- Headrests positioned in uncomfortable and unsafe positions
- Wind whistling noise from the passenger side
- Cruise control malfunctioning on a decline
- GPS not displaying proper information
- Vehicle not displaying KPH for driving in Canada
- Water pump replacement needed
- Side view mirrors not providing proper visibility
- Electrical system randomly turning off and on
- Whistling/squeaking noise from engine when turned off
- Braking/suspension issues causing accidents
- Windshield cracking spontaneously
- Whistling/squeaking noise from engine after driving
- Sunroof issues causing safety concerns
- Windshield cracking overnight without reason
- Issues with windshield replacement and dealership support
- Incompatible phone syncing causing hands-free calling issues
Other Models
- 4Runner Number of complaints: 6653
- 86 Number of complaints: 13
- Avalon Number of complaints: 3905
- Avalon Hybrid Number of complaints: 66
- Avensis Number of complaints: 2
- C-HR Number of complaints: 221
- Camry Number of complaints: 20484
- Camry Hybrid Number of complaints: 1556
- Cavalier Number of complaints: 2
- Celica Number of complaints: 513
- Corolla Number of complaints: 13040
- Corolla Cross Number of complaints: 278
- Corolla Cross Hybrid Number of complaints: 2
- Corolla Hatchback Number of complaints: 2
- Corolla Hybrid Number of complaints: 3
- Corolla iM Number of complaints: 24
- Corona Number of complaints: 2
- Corona Station Wagon Number of complaints: 1
- Cressida Number of complaints: 55
- Crown Number of complaints: 7
- Echo Number of complaints: 248
- FJ Cruiser Number of complaints: 1068
- GR Corolla Number of complaints: 3
- GR86 Number of complaints: 24
- Grand Highlander Number of complaints: 27
- Grand Highlander Hybrid Number of complaints: 1
- Highlander Number of complaints: 4934
- Highlander Hybrid Number of complaints: 1024
- Hilux Number of complaints: 499
- Land Cruiser Number of complaints: 349
- MR2 Number of complaints: 60
- MR2 Spyder Number of complaints: 37
- Matrix Number of complaints: 1817
- Mirai Number of complaints: 19
- Motorhome Number of complaints: 16
- Paseo Number of complaints: 43
- PreRunner Number of complaints: 30
- Previa Number of complaints: 258
- Prius Number of complaints: 14097
- Prius C Number of complaints: 197
- Prius Plug-in Hybrid Number of complaints: 74
- Prius Prime Number of complaints: 94
- Prius V Number of complaints: 454
- RAV4 Number of complaints: 9230
- RAV4 EV Number of complaints: 31
- RAV4 Hybrid Number of complaints: 87
- RAV4 Prime Number of complaints: 106
- Scion FR-S Number of complaints: 5
- Scion iQ Number of complaints: 1
- Scion tC Number of complaints: 28
- Scion xB Number of complaints: 12
- Scion xD Number of complaints: 3
- Sequoia Number of complaints: 4537
- Sequoia SR5 Number of complaints: 175
- Sienna Number of complaints: 10097
- Sienna Hybrid Number of complaints: 19
- Solara Number of complaints: 1018
- Sunrader Number of complaints: 2
- Supra Number of complaints: 100
- T100 Number of complaints: 399
- Tacoma Number of complaints: 9168
- Tercel Number of complaints: 383
- Tundra Number of complaints: 6943
- Tundra Hybrid Number of complaints: 4
- Van Number of complaints: 41
- Venza Number of complaints: 715
- Venza Hybrid Number of complaints: 7
- Yaris Number of complaints: 1146
- Yaris iA Number of complaints: 25
- bZ4X Number of complaints: 7