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5TDJZRFH8JS••••••2018 Toyota HIGHLANDER
This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2018 Toyota HIGHLANDER build (9 vs 3).
9on this build
253on the model
73builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 3Electrical System 2Service Brakes 2Seats 1
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainFeb 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made grinding sounds while accelerating. Additionally, the vehicle jerked while shifting into gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the…
Service BrakesMar 2022
My car stopped working and the following error message showed up "Braking Power Low, Stop in a Safe Place." I have a photo of this error message. When researching this error message, it MAY be related to NHTSA Campaign Number 18V-211. The research I've done says on multiple…
Electrical SystemMay 2021
There is a voice listening device or microphone on the headliner right above the driver's side seat which leaks water. I see there is a recall for a windshield but it could be coming from the sunroof
Fuel/propulsion SystemJan 2020
The recall was posted on january 13. Toyota did not notify us until mid may. There is still no remedy. It is more than 6 months. Our highlander is sitting in a toyota service center for over a month. We need them to remedy the situation immediately. Toyota rented a car for us…
SeatsMar 2019
The xle front passenger seat sits very high, causing my head to brush up against the ceiling. This is will cause head and possibly neck injuries in the event of a collision. I'm not particularly tall at 5'10', but anyone taller will have a worse problem. There is no way to lower…
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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 5TDJZRFH8JS550623 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.