Toyota Grand Highlander Lemon Law Claims

Safety recall

Air Bags: Side/Window: Curtain

NHTSA 24V461000 · Reported 2024-06-20 · Manufacturer campaign 24TB09,24TA09,24LB05

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “The driver and passenger side curtain air bags may not unroll as intended and could partially deploy outside of an open window. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor …”

Safety recall

Equipment: Other: Labels

NHTSA 24V548000 · Reported 2024-07-23 · Manufacturer campaign 24R2

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Gulf States Toyota, Inc..

Reported condition: “The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel

NHTSA 25V595000 · Reported 2025-09-11 · Manufacturer campaign See Part 573 Report

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.”

Safety recall

Back Over Prevention: Display Function

NHTSA 25V744000 · Reported 2025-10-30 · Manufacturer campaign 25TB13/25LB06/WRE25

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these …”

Consumer allegations · 81 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2023-11-20 through 2026-09-04

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (29), warnings or diagnostic codes (14), noise or vibration (11). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 49 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2024-01-07 through 2026-09-09

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (29), warnings or diagnostic codes (15), noise or vibration (10). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 39 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2024-06-19 through 2026-09-01

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (24), warnings or diagnostic codes (11), starting or stalling (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 37 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2024-03-16 through 2026-09-12

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (12), warnings or diagnostic codes (5), leaks or water entry (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 35 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2024-05-27 through 2026-09-08

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), software or module updates (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 24 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2023-11-21 through 2026-05-23

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (7), noise or vibration (2), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 23 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2023-08-26 through 2026-06-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (8), charging or battery concerns (4), shifting or acceleration (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 17 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2023-10-10 through 2026-08-28

The text includes references to noise or vibration (8), leaks or water entry (2), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 17 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2024-01-07 through 2026-09-09

The text includes references to noise or vibration (12), shifting or acceleration (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2025-01-06 through 2026-08-03

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2024-01-12 through 2026-04-29

The text includes references to noise or vibration (5), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Service information · 37 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2023-05-26 through 2026-01-07

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (3), charging or battery concerns (2), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 36 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2023-05-01 through 2025-06-13

The text includes references to software or module updates (11), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 27 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2024-04-19 through 2025-07-15

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (4), noise or vibration (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 17 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2023-07-25 through 2025-02-12

The text includes references to software or module updates (8), warnings or diagnostic codes (5), inspection or repair procedures (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2023-05-26 through 2024-02-19

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2024-09-25 through 2026-04-17

The text includes references to noise or vibration (3), leaks or water entry (3), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2023-11-09 through 2024-02-19

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · No closure date in index

Road debris/rocks damaging the heat exchangers

DP26006 · Opened 2026-08-20

The 2024 Grand Highlander is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a Petition dated July 20, 2026. The Petition requests an investigation of road debris / rocks damaging the heat exchangers in model year (MY) 2024-2026 Toyota Grand Highlander vehicles. The Petition contends that …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · AWD

Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, SUV · AWD

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, SUV · FWD

Safety recall

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel

NHTSA 25V595000 · Reported 2025-09-11 · Manufacturer campaign See Part 573 Report

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.”

Safety recall

Back Over Prevention: Display Function

NHTSA 25V744000 · Reported 2025-10-30 · Manufacturer campaign 25TB13/25LB06/WRE25

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these …”

Safety recall

Equipment: Other: Labels

NHTSA 26V179000 · Reported 2026-03-24 · Manufacturer campaign See attached Part573

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."”

Consumer allegations · 26 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2025-05-18 through 2026-08-27

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (8), inspection or repair procedures (6), leaks or water entry (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 15 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2025-06-23 through 2026-08-25

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (9), warnings or diagnostic codes (5), starting or stalling (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 14 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2025-06-23 through 2026-09-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), shifting or acceleration (5), leaks or water entry (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2025-06-03 through 2026-06-22

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 11 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2025-03-29 through 2026-09-14

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (4), warnings or diagnostic codes (3), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2025-03-31 through 2026-09-04

The text includes references to noise or vibration (4), leaks or water entry (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2025-06-03 through 2026-08-04

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2025-12-16 through 2026-08-27

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2025-06-19 through 2026-03-18

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2026-01-09 through 2026-05-30

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2026-05-25

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Service information · 19 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2024-02-06 through 2026-01-07

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (6), charging or battery concerns (5), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 9 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2025-01-23 through 2025-06-13

The text includes references to software or module updates (4), leaks or water entry (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 6 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2024-12-03 through 2025-07-15

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2024-03-04 through 2025-02-10

The text includes references to software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2024-12-21

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · No closure date in index

Road debris/rocks damaging the heat exchangers

DP26006 · Opened 2026-08-20

The 2025 Grand Highlander is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a Petition dated July 20, 2026. The Petition requests an investigation of road debris / rocks damaging the heat exchangers in model year (MY) 2024-2026 Toyota Grand Highlander vehicles. The Petition contends that …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV Early Release · AWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander, SUV Early Release · AWD

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

The indexed entry does not supply the principal star-rating values shown in this review. An equipment listing is not a crash-test rating.

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander, SUV · FWD

Safety recall

Back Over Prevention: Display Function

NHTSA 25V744000 · Reported 2025-10-30 · Manufacturer campaign 25TB13/25LB06/WRE25

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these …”

Safety recall

Power Train: Axle Assembly

NHTSA 26V437000 · Reported 2026-07-08 · Manufacturer campaign 26TB13 26TA13 26LB08

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “The rear axle carriers may have been manufactured with insufficient material strength and could break.”

Safety recall

Steering: Linkages: Knuckle: Spindle: Arm

NHTSA 26V598000 · Reported 2026-09-17 · Manufacturer campaign 26TA19 / 26LA09

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing.

Reported condition: “Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.”

Consumer allegations · 12 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2025-11-05 through 2026-09-19

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2026-02-16 through 2026-08-31

The text includes references to noise or vibration (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2026-01-25 through 2026-08-26

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2026-04-05 through 2026-08-28

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (3), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2026-05-26 through 2026-09-14

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), leaks or water entry (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2026-01-25

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2026-03-27

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2026-04-20

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2026-09-03

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2026-09-15

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Service information · 24 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2025-01-21 through 2026-06-25

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (5), inspection or repair procedures (5), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2025-01-16

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · No closure date in index

Road debris/rocks damaging the heat exchangers

DP26006 · Opened 2026-08-20

The 2026 Grand Highlander is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a Petition dated July 20, 2026. The Petition requests an investigation of road debris / rocks damaging the heat exchangers in model year (MY) 2024-2026 Toyota Grand Highlander vehicles. The Petition contends that …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · AWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander, SUV · AWD

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander, SUV · FWD