2022 Toyota Highlander Body & Structure Problems
30 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Body & Structure Recalls (1)
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.
Owner Complaints (30)
I got a recall from toyota and can't drive for almost a year .I went to the car dealer ship to ask for a repair , they told me maybe your car needs this bumper or no needs , I asked them to check my car if it was safe to drive to work ,many times to constant number of over 10 times.they refusedtor my car come in to check .
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Your sunroof spontaneously shattered and separated from the roof while driving on the highway, despite no collision or impact occurring. This is a serious structural failure that could pose a safety hazard to you and other drivers. The sunroof panel may need to be completely replaced, and the roof structure may require inspection to ensure there's no additional damage.
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Your front lower bumper cover detached and separated from your vehicle while driving at 60 mph, causing it to fly into traffic and making you temporarily lose control. The dealer informed you this is part of a recall (Campaign 23V720000), but the replacement part wasn't available yet, and they wanted to charge you for the repair before the recall work could be done. Your vehicle had only about 7,000 miles when this happened.
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Your 2022 Toyota Highlander is subject to a recall (Campaign 23V720000) for the lower front bumper cover assembly, which may detach while driving. Your wife experienced this problem while driving at 65 MPH, and your vehicle still hasn't been repaired because the necessary part is unavailable from your dealer. The manufacturer has been notified that the repair delay has exceeded a reasonable timeframe. Repairing this will require the replacement bumper cover assembly part to become available from the manufacturer.
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Your front bumper cover detached while you were driving at 70 MPH with no warning light beforehand. The dealer couldn't diagnose the issue and referred you to an auto body shop instead. This appears to be related to a connection problem between bumper parts that Toyota is aware of.
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Your front bumper cover is sagging and the mounting tabs are coming loose, causing parts to detach. You're having to manually push the front fender back into place regularly because the current mounting system isn't supporting the weight properly. While Toyota issued a recall for similar bumper issues on certain 2020-2023 Highlanders, your vehicle wasn't included, though you believe it should be. The fix would likely involve reinforcing or replacing the bumper mounting tabs and securing hardware.
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Your 2022 Highlander is subject to a recall (23V720000) for a structural issue with the front bumper, but the replacement part hasn't been available yet — even though you've been waiting longer than seems reasonable. While driving at 65 mph, you heard a strange noise and discovered that part of the front bumper had come loose and was dragging underneath the vehicle; you were able to pull it out yourself. When you took your vehicle to the dealer, they confirmed the recall repair part still wasn't in stock. The repair will likely involve replacing the front bumper assembly with the corrected part once it becomes available.
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Your 2022 Highlander's lower front bumper detached while driving at 65 mph after hitting an object on the road. You heard abnormal sounds and vibration, then noticed the bumper had come loose. Toyota issued a recall (23V720000) for this structural issue, but replacement parts weren't available at the time you needed the repair.
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Your 2022 Highlander is subject to an open safety recall with no fix available yet. Toyota dealership told you they cannot repair the issue and offered a rental car instead, but you'd have to pay rental fees, mileage overage charges, and additional insurance on top of your monthly payments. You're asking for repair, replacement, or refund since no remedy has been provided for over 45 days, but the dealership has denied all three options. This issue may require Toyota to provide a remedy through a future service bulletin or recall update, or legal action if consumer protections are not addressed.
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Your front bumper came loose while driving on the interstate, making loud noise as it dragged under the tires before falling off completely. The clips that normally hold the bumper in place appear to have broken on their own, with no prior damage or road debris involved. The fix will likely involve replacing the bumper clips or the entire bumper assembly.
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Your front lower air dam detached and came off while driving at highway speed when passing a semi-truck going the opposite direction. The wind force between the two vehicles traveling at high speed caused the driver's side air dam to separate and get pulled under your Highlander, which nearly caused you to lose control. The air dam is held in place by only two plastic push pins, and there's no visible damage to suggest you hit an object.
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Your driver's side mirror vibrates noticeably at various speeds and on rough roads, which can distract you when you glance at it — especially during lane changes on the highway. The shaking makes it hard to see the actual mirror image clearly, and you may spend longer looking at the mirror than you should, taking your attention away from the road ahead when you need it most. This could increase the risk of missing other vehicles or losing control during a lane change. The fix would likely involve securing or replacing the mirror housing and mounting bracket to eliminate the vibration.
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While driving at 70 mph, you heard a whistling sound, and then your passenger-side bumper suddenly detached from your vehicle. The front valance panel and fender also came loose and dragged underneath the car. You pulled over, collected the parts, and took your Highlander to the dealer, but they didn't diagnose or repair the issue. The fix will likely involve reattaching or replacing the bumper assembly, valance panel, and fender with proper fastening.
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Your rear liftgate doesn't open or close properly when you use the key fob or the door button. The liftgate beeps and then stops moving. Your dealer has inspected it multiple times but couldn't reproduce the problem, though they suggested replacing both liftgate pistons as a potential fix.
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Your rear hatch power struts have failed, causing the door to not open or close properly. This means you may have difficulty accessing your cargo area or the door may not stay in the open or closed position as intended. The repair will likely involve replacing the defective power struts that support the hatch.
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Your vehicle's grille is oversized and doesn't provide adequate protection for the condenser, leaving it vulnerable to damage from road debris. You may experience condenser damage that isn't covered by warranty, requiring insurance claims or out-of-pocket repairs. The manufacturer should add a protective plate to shield the condenser while maintaining proper airflow.
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Your 2022 Toyota Highlander's driver's side front bumper mounting pad detached and fell off while the vehicle was parked at around 50,000 miles. This is a structural fastening issue where the bumper is no longer properly secured to the vehicle frame. The fix will likely involve replacing the mounting pad and re-securing the bumper to ensure it's properly attached.
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The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V720000 (Structure). The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal popping and dragging sound coming from the vehicle.
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The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V720000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
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You own a 2022 Toyota Highlander and received a recall notice (Campaign 23V720000) for a structural issue, but the required replacement part isn't available yet from the manufacturer. You feel the manufacturer has taken too long to make the part available for repair. No actual failure or damage has occurred to your vehicle yet.
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Your 2022 Toyota Highlander is subject to a recall (Campaign 23V720000) related to a structural issue, but the manufacturer hasn't made the repair parts available yet. You haven't experienced any actual problem with your vehicle, but both the dealer and Toyota have confirmed that the necessary parts are still unavailable, and you feel the delay has exceeded a reasonable timeframe.
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After washing your 2022 Toyota Highlander, you noticed that parts of the bumper had detached from the vehicle. You were notified of a recall (NHTSA Campaign 23V720000) for this issue, but the repair parts weren't available at your dealer. You feel the manufacturer has taken too long to provide the necessary parts for the repair.
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The owner has filed a complaint about the vehicle's structure but has not provided details in this submission. To understand the specific structural issue affecting your Highlander, you would need to review the attached document mentioned in the complaint.
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The owner has filed a complaint about the vehicle's structure but did not provide specific details in this submission. To understand the exact issue, you would need to review any attached documentation that was submitted with this complaint.
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Your front bumper keeps detaching from your vehicle—this has required 4 repairs in just 1.5 years. Toyota says your Highlander isn't covered by the existing recall for this issue, but the bumper still won't stay securely in place. The fix likely involves replacing or reinforcing the bumper mounting brackets and clips to ensure they hold properly.
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Your 2022 Toyota Highlander is subject to a recall (Campaign 23V720000) affecting the vehicle structure, but the replacement parts aren't currently available from Toyota. You've been waiting longer than what you consider a reasonable amount of time for the repair to be completed, and you've contacted your dealer and the manufacturer about the delay. You haven't experienced any actual failure yet, but the parts needed to fix the recall issue remain unavailable.
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You received a recall notice for your 2022 Toyota Highlander related to a structural issue (Campaign 23V720000), but the repair parts haven't been made available yet. You feel the manufacturer has taken too long to provide these parts for the recall repair. The manufacturer is aware of the delay, and the VIN tool confirms the parts are still unavailable.
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Your driver's side mirror vibrates when driving at speeds between 50 and 70 mph on regular roads. This vibration is noticeable but hasn't caused any safety incidents. The issue likely involves loose mirror mounting hardware or internal mirror components that need tightening or adjustment.
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Your driver's side mirror vibrates when you drive faster than 20 mph, making it difficult to see a clear reflection. This vibration could make it harder to safely check your blind spots. The issue likely involves tightening or replacing the mirror assembly or its mounting hardware.
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While driving on the highway at 70 mph, your driver's side mirror began vibrating noticeably, which is affecting your visibility through that mirror. Your passenger's side mirror works fine without any vibration. This suggests a problem specific to the driver's side mirror assembly that should be inspected and repaired.
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