2005 Toyota Highlander vs 2007 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 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2007 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 224 | 123 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 159 | 171 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,385 mi | 66,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 51 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 39 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 28 |
| Steering | 26 | 6 |
| Visibility | 20 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 6 |
| Tires | 8 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 35 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
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.