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2014 Toyota Highlander Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.3× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
133Complaints
5Recalls
5Crashes
1Fires
6Injured
1Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (25.6% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.3× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System34 · 25.6%RecalledRecall 18E107000 · Recall 14V272000
Structure:body23 · 17.3%not available
Power Train8 · 6%not available
Seat Belts5 · 3.8%RecalledRecall 14V051000
Visibility/wiper5 · 3.8%not available
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate5 · 3.8%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other33 · 24.8%
STRUCTURE:BODY23 · 17.3%
POWER TRAIN8 · 6%
SEAT BELTS5 · 3.8%
VISIBILITY/WIPER5 · 3.8%
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE5 · 3.8%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5 · 3.8%
STEERING4 · 3%
SUSPENSION4 · 3%

Percentages are the share of the 133 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 5 campaigns

Electrical System

NHTSA campaign 18E107000 · 2018 · reported 11/27/2018

The ECM damage may result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:software

NHTSA campaign 14V272000 · 2014 · reported 05/22/2014

In the event of a crash, a larger front passenger seat occupant may not be properly restrained and be at an increased risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

NHTSA campaign 14V576000 · 2014 · reported 09/19/2014

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seats:mid/rear Assembly

NHTSA campaign 14V274000 · 2014 · reported 05/22/2014

If the seat does not fully lock into the inboard seat track, the seat could move, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:rear/other

NHTSA campaign 14V051000 · 2014 · reported 02/07/2014

A seat belt that is not properly secured to its anchorage could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“While driving car started singing and message came on dashboard about idling will cause the engine to turn off then the car turned off while…”NHTSA complaint 11505234 — filed 02/02/2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS NOT WORKING. CAN NO LONGER USE KEY FOB TO UNLOCK/LOCK DOORS. POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE.”NHTSA complaint 11331293 — filed 06/28/2020 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“THE REAR DOOR LOCKS DO NOT LOCK ALL THE TIME MAKING IT POSSIBLE FOR THE KIDS IN THE BACK SEAT TO OPEN THE DOORS WHILE…”NHTSA complaint 11321275 — filed 04/15/2020 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Highlander?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 34 of 133 NHTSA complaints (25.6%), followed by unspecified/other issues (33), structure:body (23), power train (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2014 Toyota Highlander have?

133 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 5 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 6 reported injuries. 1 deaths were reported.

Does the 2014 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?

Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18E107000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2014 Toyota Highlander's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.