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2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems

The most common problem on the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical Highlander Hybrid model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
1032 warranty
Worst area
Engine

The worst 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    2
  • Brakes
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    2
  • Brakes
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls 2

EquipmentReported August 23, 2017 · 1,121 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.
Risk
The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1‑800‑444‑1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.

Recall number 17V520000 · Recall details

Tires: temporary/emergency spare tireReported May 2, 2017 · 409 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Risk
A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1‑800‑444‑1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

Recall number 17V295000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Pedestrian alert soundsOpened January 27, 2023, closed August 7, 2023

the federal safety agency received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, the federal safety agency opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified the federal safety agency he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by the federal safety agency regarding the subject matter of the petition.

DP22005

Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 103

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 103 bulletins for the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

What 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 29, 2021 · Brakes · 55,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the brake power low, stop at a safe place warning message was displayed. The contact stated that shortly after several warning lights were illuminated, the brake pedal was depressed and was firm. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, and the vehicle was diagnosed with needing the vacuum pump and brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Filed Aug 15, 2017 · Driver assistance, Engine · 2,900 miles · AZ

Total system failure. See detailed attached document.

Filed Apr 9, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 10 miles · CA

I experienced issues right after buying car new. Car unable to read sid card, gsp not working, multi-media screen white wash (white) and unable to read, keeps trying to restart 'bluetooth', auto wiper system does not work, seat belt warning system does not always work, forward collision button on steering work does not work, blind spot warning does not work all the time, hybrid engine does not always start, rear auto lift gate does not always open.

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Questions about the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Is the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, fewer than a typical Highlander Hybrid model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have?

2 recalls, covering equipment and tires.

What year does the Toyota Highlander Hybrid have bad engine?

The Toyota Highlander Hybrid model years with the most engine complaints are 2006 (53 complaints), 2008 (13 complaints) and 2007 (11 complaints).

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