2026 Toyota Grand Highlander
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 228 |
| 2025 | 68 |
| 2026 | 30 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
27% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and hood.
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Front bumper grille too large. I see lots of bugs stuck on top of radiator. Very exposed for rocks to enter and damage cooling systems.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260822
My 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander exhibits abnormal fluttering/vibration of the hood at speeds above approximately 25 mph.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260722
17% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 3 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
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The Electronic Park Brake (EPB) fails to release when the car is shifted into gear. The park brake dashboard light remains on, and the brake does not release.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260125
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
7% of complaints: lane departure — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warning and assist.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06.
Campaign 25V744000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V744000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.