More recall homework
2025 Toyota Highlanderhas more recalls listed.
Compare two vehicles
Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2025 Toyota Highlanderhas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
Lower estimated fuel cost
Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Highlander needs more recall homework and Highlander has more complaint activity. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2026 Toyota Highlander | 2025 Toyota Highlander | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 0 | 3 | Highlander has 3 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 1 | 6 | Highlander has 5 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 | Similar |
| Defect investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 19 | 38 | Highlander has 19 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 0 | 5 | Highlander has 5 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 1 | Highlander has 1 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | None listed | Dec 17, 2025 | Highlander has a listed date |
| Latest complaint | May 14, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Highlander has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Different |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 24 combined MPG | 24 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,500 | $2,500 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 1 | 2 | Different availability |