2004 Toyota Highlander vs 2006 Toyota Highlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 286 | 275 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 164 | 179 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,675 mi | 69,259 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 40 | 43 |
| Power Train | 58 | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 68 |
| Steering | 35 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 26 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 21 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 16 | 23 |
| Engine | 16 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 56 | 31 |
| Overheating | 12 | 9 |
| Stalling | 9 | 30 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 8 |
2004 Toyota Highlander
2006 Toyota Highlander
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.