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Toyota · Cars · 2024
Toyota Highlander (2024)
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⚠ 34 complaints
Status
Safe
Good track record, minimal issues
Status Safe — no safety recalls recorded; minor complaints only.
Specifications
Engine Size2.5 L
TransmissioneCVT
Combined MPG24 MPG
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Price$39,570–$59,070$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity2.5 L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypeRegular GasolineRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
TransmissioneCVTAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSUVSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 2024 Toyota Highlander is a safe and reliable SUV designed for everyday journeys. With its efficient hybrid powertrain and spacious dimensions, it offers a practical and dependable option for families.

Pros
  • Safe vehicle status
  • No recalls on record
  • Low complaint count
  • Good combined MPG
Cons
  • 34 complaints on record
Complaints34 total
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2024 SEAT BELTS
low
The third row seat belts in the 2024 Highlander are very difficult to latch. I had to bring my Highlander to the dealership twice over the seatbelt buckles in the third row. The buckle part does not lift up high enough to grab the buckle to latch it. Anytime a child old enough to be in the third row sits back there an adult has to Buckle them because they can’t get the seat belt to latch to the buckle. It’s supposed to be a family friendly vehicle but if a 7 year old can’t buckle themselves, that is an extremely unsafe design. It often takes me 10-15 minutes to get kids buckled in my third row because of how challenging it is to get the seat belts to latch as an adult. I have had to use a butter knife to get them to latch. This safety issue , I did not have in my 2021Highlander. I don’t feel children are safe in the third row of my vehicle. This time the dealership said it had a debris in the buckle and that’s why it wouldn’t latch. However even when they do all latch they are very difficult to latch. These should be replaced with safe buckles that latch the first attempts
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2024 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
low
I've been waiting for a recall repair based on a recall file nearly 8 months ago now. This recall still appears to have no remedy. I continue to get emails about this issue from my dealer, but when I call to schedule the appointment to fix it, they continue to tell me that no remedy is available yet.
NHTSAUSMay 2026Source →
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2024 Other/I am not sure
medium
I am submitting a formal complaint regarding a safety defect in my Evenflo Revolve 360 car seat. The white foam headrest component has completely detached due to what appears to be a failure in the original adhesive. This issue occurred despite proper use and adherence to all manufacturer guidelines. This component is part of the headrest system and plays a role in impact protection. Its detachment raises serious concerns about the structural integrity and crash performance of the seat. As a result, I no longer feel it is safe to transport my child in this car seat. I want to be clear that I am not comfortable attempting any at-home repair, including gluing the foam back into place, as modifications may compromise the seat’s compliance with federal safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
low
The trunk will not close using any of the buttons. This is an on going issue on so many newer highlanders.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2024 SEATS
high
Second row seats not latching when moved forward. Sliced up multiple finger when trying determine what was causing it not to latch. Put in a couple of stitches in 2 finger and bandage up the remaining 2 fingers
NHTSAUSMar 2026Source →
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Status history
Certified→Safe8 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 89. 17 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 94. 6 data points. v3 scoring.
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