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2024 Toyota Highlander

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Highlander.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2024 Toyota Highlander is equipped with an S8 automatic transmission and delivers an EPA-rated 21/27/23 mpg. This model year has recorded 7 recalls and 39 total owner complaints, with the primary complaint area categorized as "Unknown Or Other." Within a model history spanning 1997 to 2026, the 2024 version represents a significant decrease in issues compared to the 475 complaints seen during the 2021 peak, trending closer to the historical low of one complaint in 1997.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy21/27/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnRELAYOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter17801F0020 alt 17801F0050
Spark plug90919A1008 alt 9091901289
Front wiper blades852120E090 alt 852220E090
Serpentine belt90916A2030
Thermostat16343F0010 alt 16342F0010
Cabin air filter8713958010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length201.2 in
Overall width78.3 in
Overall height70.1 in
Wheelbase116.1 in
Curb weight4464 lb
Track (front / rear)66.9 / 66.9 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 27 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Highlander of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.7–8.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.70 sec — 2020 Platinum
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2023Platinum 2.4L Turbo I-47.20 sec15.50 sec265 hpAWD
2023XSE 2.4L Turbo I-48.00 sec16.10 sec265 hpAWD
2021XLE 3.5L V66.80 sec15.30 sec295 hpAWD
2021XSE 3.5L V66.80 sec15.40 sec295 hpAWD
2021XSE 3.5L V66.90 sec15.40 sec295 hpAWD
2020Platinum 3.5L V66.70 sec15.30 sec295 hpAWD
2020XLE 3.5L V67.20 sec15.60 sec295 hpAWD
2020Hybrid Platinum 2.5L I-4 + Elec7.30 sec16.00 sec243 hpAWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Hybrid Battery Compartment Air Filter (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Intercooler (drain & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Intercooler (drain & refill)
At 120,000 miBrake Power Booster Unit (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2024 Toyota Highlander shows a notable drop in complaints (39) compared to 2023 (164) and 2022 (223), but this decline is partially an artifact of the model year being newer with less time for complaints to accumulate—as evidenced by 2025 (7) and 2026 (1), which are clearly incomplete data points. However, the recall count remains substantial at 7, only slightly reduced from 2023's 9, indicating ongoing manufacturing or design issues that Toyota has addressed through official recalls. The top complaint areas reveal a focus on service brakes (5 complaints), which aligns with a recurring pattern across the generation where brake-related issues appeared periodically in years like 2008 and 2010. Notably, there are no fire complaints for 2024 and only 4 crash-related complaints, which is relatively favorable. The TSB count of 64 is also the lowest in the dataset, suggesting fewer technical service bulletins have been issued, though this may change as the model ages. Takeaway: The 2024 Highlander appears to be a relatively solid choice within this generation, with lower complaint numbers and no fire incidents, but the persistent recall activity—particularly around brakes—warrants confirming that all open recalls have been completed before purchase.

7
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
64
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
39
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 39 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other6
Service Brakes5
Structure2
Electrical System2
Power Train2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Seat Belts1
Electrical System,Structure1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

24V419000TiresReported 06/06/2024

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022-2024 model year Highlander L and Highlander LE vehicles equipped with the Blackout Package that includes 20" black alloy wheels and tires. The installed tires… Remedy: GST will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, and install a new tire information label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024…

24V452000TiresReported 18/06/2024

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander vehicles. The 20-inch accessory tires with an insufficient load rating for the vehicle's Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) were installed… Remedy: SET will inspect and replace the tires and information placard, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2024. Owners may contact SET's…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 64 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0040-24 Rev12026-06-25StructureSome 2020 – 2026 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a water…
T-SB-0021-262026-03-18Electrical SystemSome 2020 – 2024 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a…
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0083-252025-11-07Electrical SystemA new head unit software update is available for 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra, and…
22TE092025-09-17Electrical SystemAlthough the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2024 Highlander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Highlander get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 27 highway / 23 combined mpg.