2025 Toyota Highlander Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 10 owner complaints for the 2025 Toyota Highlander. The EPA rates it 24 to 35 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 10
- Crashes / fires reported
- 2 / 0
- EPA combined
- 24–35 MPG
2025 Toyota Highlander recalls
SeatsMar 5, 2026 · NHTSA 26V128000+
Risk: A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 9, 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.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
Seat BeltsDec 17, 2025 · NHTSA 25V872000+
Risk: A seat belt that does not properly restrain an occupant increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: 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.
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.
Back Over PreventionOct 30, 2025 · NHTSA 25V744000+
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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."
Electrical SystemSep 11, 2025 · NHTSA 25V595000+
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 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 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2025 Toyota Highlander problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Vehicle Speed Control3
- Service Brakes2
- Forward Collision Avoidance2
- Unknown or Other2
- Electrical System1
- Steering1
- Visibility1
- Engine and Engine Cooling1
2025 Toyota Highlander gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander Hybrid AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) | 35 | 35 | 35 | $1,850 |
| Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) | 35 | 34 | 35 | $1,850 |
| Highlander | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,550 |
| Highlander | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,700 |
| Highlander AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,700 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2025 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2025 Toyota Highlander, most recently for the seats (Mar 5, 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Toyota Highlander problems?
Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are vehicle speed control (3), service brakes (2), forward collision avoidance (2).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Toyota Highlander get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Toyota Highlander at 24 to 35 MPG combined (best version: 35 city / 35 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.