1997 Toyota Highlander
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 137 |
| 2002 | 301 |
| 2003 | 258 |
| 2004 | 286 |
| 2005 | 224 |
| 2006 | 274 |
| 2007 | 123 |
| 2008 | 403 |
| 2009 | 134 |
| 2010 | 216 |
| 2011 | 181 |
| 2012 | 181 |
| 2013 | 205 |
| 2014 | 133 |
| 2015 | 186 |
| 2016 | 109 |
| 2017 | 260 |
| 2018 | 254 |
| 2019 | 463 |
| 2020 | 298 |
| 2021 | 471 |
| 2022 | 219 |
| 2023 | 162 |
| 2024 | 39 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: visibility.
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DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FALLS DOWN AND WILL NOT STAY UP---IMPEDES VISION. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130425
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
ENGINE SEIZURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Toyota Highlander — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1997 Toyota 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 1997 Toyota Highlander?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Toyota Highlander 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.