MYRModel Year Report

2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

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2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:35:25.475Z

Only 5 complaints 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaints 2006: 370 complaints 2007: 110 complaints 2007 2008: 197 complaints 2009: 40 complaints 2010: 22 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2012: 9 complaints 2013: 5 complaints 2013 2014: 2 complaints 2015: 4 complaints 2016: 6 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 6 complaints 2019 2020: 9 complaints 2021: 15 complaints 2022: 6 complaints 2022 2023: 8 complaints 2024: 0 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025
2018: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
20040
20051
2006370
2007110
2008197
200940
201022
20115
20129
20135
20142
20154
20166
20173
20185
20196
20209
202115
20226
20238
20240
20250

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels.

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

VEHICLE IS DUE FOR AN INSPECTION AFTER 5000 MILES. A CERTIFIED INSPECTION IS TO BE PERFORMED BY NEW OWNER (XXXX) AT AN APPROVED CA INSPECTION SITE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180702

ENGINE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT, THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED BY THE FAIRFAX FIRE MARSHALL THAT THE VEHICLE SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180709

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.