The most-reported Grand Highlander run is 5TDAAAB52RS (2024 builds) with 11 complaints, 3.1× the typical run. Unknown or other problems make up 23% of reports; NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for Grand Highlander model years 2024–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Toyota Grand Highlander has 92 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 15% of every Grand Highlander complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5TDAAAB52RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDADAB51RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDADAB52RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDAAAB56RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDACAB54RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDAAAB5XRS•••••• | 2024 | 1 | — | |
| 5TDAAAB51RS•••••• | 2024 | 1 | — | |
| 5TDADAB53RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDAAAB59RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDADAB56RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDADAB57RS•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 5TDAAAB55RS•••••• | 2024 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 80 Grand Highlander runs has 7 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 167 Grand Highlander VINs so far, most often 2026, 2024, 2025 builds; 12 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 | 14 | — | |
| 2025 | 77 | 35 | — | |
| 2024 | 233 | 43 | 7 |
Heaviest year here is 2024 at 5.4 complaints per run; lightest is 2026 at 1.3. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 23% of everything Toyota Grand Highlander owners report: Unknown Or Other, 86 of 328 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | — | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Engine | — | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | — | |
| Structure | 1 | — | |
| Air Bags | 3 | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 7 recall campaigns on the Toyota Grand Highlander; the 6 below cover build years 2024 to 2026. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 25V744000 | Back Over Prevention:display Function | 2024–2026 |
| 25V595000 | Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel | 2024–2025 |
| 26V437000 | Power Train:axle Assembly | 2026 |
| 26V598000 | Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm | 2026 |
| 26V179000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2025 |
| 24V461000 | Air Bags:side/window:curtain | 2024 |
25V744000 was opened in 2025 on cars built from 2024: 1 year on the road before the recall.
The Grand Highlander against its rivals
The Grand Highlander draws 3.6 complaints per production run; the Hyundai Palisade 4, the Tesla Model X 3 and the Land Rover Range Rover 1.5.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Grand Highlander | 328 | 92 | 2.1% | |
| Hyundai Palisade | 2,431 | 602 | 2.2% | |
| Tesla Model X | 126 | 42 | 10.3% | |
| Land Rover Range Rover | 504 | 335 | 5% |
How serious were they
Of the 328 reports on the Toyota Grand Highlander, 2.1% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Toyota Grand Highlander | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 328 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 7 (2.1%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (0.3%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 64% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Toyota Grand Highlander share of that is 328 complaints over 92 runs, 0.03% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Toyota Grand Highlander VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 328 NHTSA complaints from 92 Grand Highlander runs and 7 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Grand Highlander production run has the most complaints?
5TDAAAB52RS, a 2024 build, with 11 complaints. The typical Grand Highlander run has 3.6.
Which Grand Highlander years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2024 is heaviest at 5.4 complaints per run and 2026 lightest at 1.3.
Does the Grand Highlander get more complaints than the Hyundai Palisade?
No: 3.6 complaints per production run for the Grand Highlander against 4 for the Hyundai Palisade.
How many Grand Highlander complaints involve a crash?
2.1% of 328 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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