2005 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Only 1 complaint on file — too few 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.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 371 |
| 2007 | 110 |
| 2008 | 197 |
| 2009 | 40 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving the power steering stop working. Very hard to turn the steering wheel to park in safe place. Car runs but is very difficult to steer. Safety hazard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-11
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 1 total report mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2010-02-16Recall queryClosed 2011-03-01 Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
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2011-05-06Vehicle speed control11V112000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 Lexus RX330, RX350, and RX400H vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electronic stability control (esc): 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V112000 · Vehicle speed control
FAQ
- Is the 2005 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 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 2005 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.