2005 Toyota Highlander vs 2006 Toyota Highlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 224 | 277 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 159 | 179 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,385 mi | 69,259 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 39 | 43 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 70 |
| Power Train | 51 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 26 |
| Steering | 26 | 16 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 23 |
| Visibility | 20 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 35 | 31 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 30 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
| Overheating | 0 | 9 |
2005 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.