2025 Toyota Highlander: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2025 Toyota Highlander? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 5 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
2025 Toyota Highlander Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2025 Toyota Highlander trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2025 Toyota Highlander Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2025 Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.4% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.4% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2025 Toyota Highlander has 5 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Toyota
- Model
- Highlander
- Model year
- 2025
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 5
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 25
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 22 / 29
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2025 Toyota Highlander Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2025 Toyota Highlander?
The 2025 Toyota Highlander looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2025 Toyota Highlander
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the vehicle for any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, brake, and seat belt systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the vehicle for any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, brake, and seat belt systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2025 Toyota Highlander, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
NHTSA data for the 2025 Toyota Highlander shows a low number of complaints (5 total) across a single model year, with no crash-related reports. Complaints are spread across several components, including Uncategorized Issues, Engine, Brake System, and Seat Belt Issues. The confidence level is low due to the small sample size.
- Uncategorized Issues account for the highest number of complaints (2 out of 5).
- Engine, Brake System, and Seat Belt Issues each have 1 complaint.
- No crash-related complaints were reported for the 2025 model year.
- Uncategorized Issues
- Engine Problems
- Brake System
- Seat Belt Issues
All 2025 Toyota Highlander Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Toyota Highlander. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Toyota Highlander. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally strong odor entering the cabin of the vehicle through the vents. The windows were rolled down due to the obnoxious odor. The vehicle was taken to the deale…
I am reporting a safety defect in the 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Nightshade involving the multifunction turn signal switch. The interior trim adhesive on the steering column has experienced a chemical breakdown (adhesive migration), causing the turn signal stalk to become stif…
Black Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD 2025 ~15000 miles What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Without any warning, the braking action is delayed. It is a momentary loss and happens occasionally at light braking applicati…
While waiting for a traffic light to change, I pressed the pedal to accelerate, and the car would not move. Like my pedal was dead. I have experienced this issue three times. I have also experienced bucking or jerking issues.
Passenger seat belt won't extend half of the time. We have tried with engine on or off, put it in park and in gear, door open or closed and every other trick. We have pulled the belt straight up and down and every other angle. We have adjusted the height for tall or short ride…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Toyota Highlander.
2025 Toyota Highlander Recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Toyota Highlander. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2025 Toyota Highlander Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2025 Toyota Highlander reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 5 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 Toyota Highlander looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Toyota Highlander?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (2 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (1 complaints). #3: Brake System (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Toyota Highlander?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Toyota Highlander?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Toyota Highlander, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 5 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Toyota Highlander. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2025 Toyota Highlander?▾
The 2025 Toyota Highlander looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Highlander reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
Owner Reliability Rating
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.