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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5TDBK3EH0BS055258 · Checked Sep 16, 2026
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5TDBK3EH0BS•••••• 2011 Toyota HIGHLANDER

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156on the model
55builds in total
Most reported Structure 1 Visibility/wiper 1 Service Brakes 1 Visibility 1

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Electrical System Jan 2021
Turning on the rear defroster will cut power to the engine and dashboard. Turning off the defroster will return power to the dash. This happens regardless of if the vehicle is still or in motion
Visibility Feb 2019
There is a known defect in toyota highlanders (2010 - 2013) sun visors. The visor no longer stays in either the upright or downward position. It is either at a 45 degree angle when placed in the "up" position or is in a position to slightly obscure visibility in the "down"…
Service Brakes Nov 2014
Both front inner brakespads completely warned out damaging both rotors badly, some metal pieces found on floor broke loose from both front rotors. Outside pads has 60% thickness left on it. Ended up changing both front rotors and pads costing $375. Mechanic said this may be a…
Structure Jun 2014
Driver side visor hangs down and will not return to up position. There have been several concerns of this type noted a on this database and this should be addressed as a safety recall issue since it obstructs driver visibility

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5TDBK3EH0BS055258 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.