2006 Toyota Highlander vs 2008 Toyota Highlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 275 | 403 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 179 | 281 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–27 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,259 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 68 | 66 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 43 | 45 |
| Engine | 19 | 58 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 43 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 57 |
| Steering | 16 | 40 |
| Power Train | 22 | 18 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 31 | 13 |
| Stalling | 30 | 24 |
| Brake problems | 15 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 7 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 22 |
2006 Toyota Highlander
2008 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.