2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
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 |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 370 |
| 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 | 8 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: service brakes — 28 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
AT SLOW SPEED, ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY, BRAKES FAILED, RESULTING IN SLIGHT ACCELERATION, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT WITH OUR OTHER VEHICLE IN DRIVEWAY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130821
25% of complaints: electrical system — 28 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
CAR WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY AND WAS STATIONARY. WARMING CAR UP TO GET RID OF FROST ON WINDSHIELD. THE CAR STARTED ON FIRE - TOTAL LOST. 3 TO 4 FEET FLAMES COMING OUT OF ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171108
13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
ON OCTOBER 13, 2009, MY 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID WAS PARKED AT A SMALL BUSINESS PARKING LOT, ABOUT 40 FT. AWAY FROM ANOTHER PARKED CAR. THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR AND DRY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20091105
11% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I OWN A 2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE BRAKES MOMENTARILY DO NOT ENGAGE (ESSENTIALLY SKIP) WHEN I APPLY THEM WHILE GOING OVER A BUMP OR A POTHOLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100205
11% of complaints: hybrid propulsion system — 12 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Hybrid inverter failure - vehicle stall
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 HIGHLANDER HYBRID AND LEXUS RX400H PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 16, 2005, THROUGH AUGUST 30, 2006. A MODULE INSIDE THE INVERTER MODULE MA
Remedy: TOYOTA/LEXUS MAILED AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION ON JULY 19, 2011 TO ADVISE OWNERS OF THIS RECALL AND THE FACT THAT THEY WILL RECEIVE A FUTURE NOTICE WHEN PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS.
Campaign 11V342000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid vehicles manufactured February 16, 2005, through July 29, 2010; and model year 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h vehicles manufactured February 23, 2005, through December 2, 2008.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IPM free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicles that had their IPM replaced under recall 11V-342 are not affected by this campaign.
Campaign 13V396000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V342000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V396000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2007 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 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.