2020 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Climate control system:

  • Climate control failure to defrost windows, leading to visibility issues during cold weather
    
  • Known issue with history of similar problems in other Toyota vehicles
    

• 2. Fuel system:

  • Inability to fill fuel tank to full capacity, resulting in reduced mileage range
    
  • Fuel tank only accepts partial amount, causing inaccurate fuel gauge readings and range estimates
    

• 3. Braking system:

  • Brakes momentarily release during slow braking, requiring additional pressure to engage again
    
  • Brakes experience a surge forward, leading to safety concerns and potential accidents
    
  • Braking failure while slowing down or stopping, causing jerking forward and loss of braking control
    

• 4. Sunroof:

  • Sunroof exploded while driving, causing loud sound and glass shattering inside the vehicle
    
  • Sunroof shattered without impact, creating potential injury risk and danger to occupants
    

• 5. Other issues:

  • Occupancy sensor malfunction, inaccurate seat belt alerts
    
  • Issues with driver seat adjustment, motorized noise
    
  • Engine power loss, braking system malfunction
    
  • Lane keeping assist malfunction, vehicle loss of power at high speeds
    
  • Excessive tire wear, loud suspension noise and cabin noise
    
  • Vehicle rolling when engine is turned off in drive mode
    
  • Lane assist system malfunction and feeling of surge while driving
    
  • Loss of brakes and reduced braking response intermittently
    
  • Side mirrors shaking and vibrating at all speeds, impacting visibility
    
  • Braking system temporary failure midway through braking, causing loss of control
    
  • Issue with fuel tank capacity and filling to maximum capacity
    
  • Sunroof exploding or shattering without warning, creating safety risks
    
  • Front bumper detachment or dragging under vehicle while driving
    
  • Vehicle struck on passenger side by another vehicle running a red light
    
  • Issues with climate control, fuel system, braking system, sunroof, and other safety-related functions in the vehicle.