Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.3× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
133Complaints
5Recalls
5Crashes
1Fires
6Injured
1Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Electrical System (25.6% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
Electrical System complaints here are 2.3× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Electrical System
34 · 25.6%
Recalled
Recall 18E107000 · Recall 14V272000
Structure:body
23 · 17.3%
No official action
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Power Train
8 · 6%
No official action
—
Seat Belts
5 · 3.8%
Recalled
Recall 14V051000
Visibility/wiper
5 · 3.8%
No official action
—
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
5 · 3.8%
No official action
—
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 133 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
In the event of a crash, a larger front passenger seat occupant may not be properly restrained and be at an increased risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
If the seat does not fully lock into the inboard seat track, the seat could move, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A seat belt that is not properly secured to its anchorage could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“While driving car started singing and message came on dashboard about idling will cause the engine to turn off then the car turned off while…”NHTSA complaint 11505234 — filed 02/02/2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS NOT WORKING. CAN NO LONGER USE KEY FOB TO UNLOCK/LOCK DOORS. POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE.”NHTSA complaint 11331293 — filed 06/28/2020 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“THE REAR DOOR LOCKS DO NOT LOCK ALL THE TIME MAKING IT POSSIBLE FOR THE KIDS IN THE BACK SEAT TO OPEN THE DOORS WHILE…”NHTSA complaint 11321275 — filed 04/15/2020 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Highlander?
Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 34 of 133 NHTSA complaints (25.6%), followed by unspecified/other issues (33), structure:body (23), power train (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2014 Toyota Highlander have?
133 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 5 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 6 reported injuries. 1 deaths were reported.
Does the 2014 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18E107000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2014 Toyota Highlander's reported problems?
2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
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