2019 Toyota Highlander problems
The Toyota Highlander, also known as the Toyota Kluger (Japanese: トヨタ・クルーガー, Hepburn: Toyota Kurūgā), is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Toyota since 2000.
Announced in April 2000 at the New York International Auto Show and arriving in late 2000 in Japan and January 2001 in North America, the Highlander became one of the first car-based mid-size SUV or mid-size crossovers. The Highlander is the crossover counterpart to the more rugged, truck-based mid-size 4Runner and became Toyota's best-selling SUV before being surpassed by the smaller RAV4 in 2006.
The first-generation model was sold in Japan as the Kluger, which was exclusive to dealership network called Toyota Netz as a larger alternative to the RAV4. The Kluger nameplate is also used in Australia because "Highlander" is a trademarked trim line name owned by Hyundai. The name is derived from the German word klug, which means smart or clever (Klüger – with diacritics – means "someone who is smarter than another" in German).
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Common 2019 Toyota Highlander problems
The 2019 Toyota Highlander is known for its standard high-tech safety features, but there are some common problems that owners have reported. These issues include Bluetooth connectivity problems, worn-out fuel pumps, and chipping paint on the front bumper.
Bluetooth connectivity issues are the most widespread complaint from 2019 Toyota Highlander owners. The software can freeze and cause phones to disconnect from the stereo system. There are software updates available that improve the connection stability, and dealers will usually update the software for free. However, some dealers may charge up to $100 for the update.
Another common problem reported by 2019 Toyota Highlander owners is worn-out fuel pumps. These issues typically occur around 7,500 miles. Toyota has issued a large recall for the entire fuel pump assembly on a lot of Toyota and Lexus models, including the 2019 Highlander. Toyota will replace the entire assembly for free for all affected models.
Chipping paint on the front bumper is another issue reported by 2019 Toyota Highlander owners. This problem typically occurs around 25,000 miles. Paint that is improperly cared for is more likely to chip easily as it ages. The only way to fix the problem is by repainting the front bumper, which costs around $1,000.
There are three recalls on the 2019 Toyota Highlander, which is fewer than many other SUVs from the same year. The two most serious recalls both cover the fuel pump assembly, which Toyota will replace for free. The third recall is for a load capacity label, which is less of an issue, although Toyota will also replace the label for free as well.
In summary, the 2019 Toyota Highlander has some common problems, including Bluetooth connectivity issues, worn-out fuel pumps, and chipping paint on the front bumper. However, these problems are minor compared to other midsize SUVs from the same year, leading to lower repair bills as they age.
Was 2019 a good year for Toyota Highlander?
The 2019 Toyota Highlander is among the most recommendable crossover SUVs for busy families. With three rows and seating for seven or eight passengers depending on configuration, the Highlander is roomy, versatile and easy to drive and live with.
Is there any recalls on 2019 Toyota Highlander?
2019 Toyota Highlander Recalls
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
What is the common problem of Toyota Highlander?
A: Yes, some Toyota Highlander models experienced issues such as engine bolts becoming stripped, which led to coolant leaks and overheating and, in some cases, necessitating complete engine replacements. These problems were prevalent around 130,000 miles.
What is the suspension problem on the 2019 Toyota Highlander?
Some 2014 – 2019 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear suspension. This condition may be more noticeable in colder ambient temperatures and may occur when traveling over uneven roads or when the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
What is the common problem of Toyota Highlander?
A: Yes, some Toyota Highlander models experienced issues such as engine bolts becoming stripped, which led to coolant leaks and overheating and, in some cases, necessitating complete engine replacements. These problems were prevalent around 130,000 miles.
Is there any recalls on 2019 Toyota Highlander?
2019 Toyota Highlander Recalls
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
What is the suspension problem on the 2019 Toyota Highlander?
Some 2014 – 2019 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear suspension. This condition may be more noticeable in colder ambient temperatures and may occur when traveling over uneven roads or when the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
What are the brake issues with the 2019 Toyota Highlander?
Prevailing issues that will arise when your 2019 Toyota Highlander brake pads need to be replaced include squealing, screeching, grinding or squeaking when brakes are applied. You may also notice vibrations or pulsation in the pedal or steering wheel.
2019 Toyota Highlander car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Highlander problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2019 Toyota Highlander vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2019 Toyota Highlander
The NHTSA has received 248 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2019 Toyota Highlander. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2019 Toyota Highlander vehicles.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-19
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH5KS
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When I start my car it makes an ear piercing screeching noise. It doesn’t happen everytime but I never know when it is going to happen. I took it to a dealer and 5 guys said they never heard of it. If you look online numerous people have this complaint with out any recalls. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH0KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: ur transmission went out with only 96K miles on it, We were told that it could break down at any time leaving us stranded. there are may forums and people experiencing this issue. It was inspected by the dealer, and they confirmed that the transmission was needing to be replaced
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-08
- VIN: 5TDDZRFHXKS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Upon starting the Highlander, there is a very loud screeching/feedback noise through the speakers- it appears to be coming from the DCM as described y a Toyota representative. . This happens upon stating the car at least once a day and frequency is increasing.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-08
- VIN: 5TDBZRFH8KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: These Toyota highlanders had a whine noise in the transmissions that Toyota ended up taking care of in previous years. They said the problem was fixed in 2019 and newer. This problem has not been fixed as there are numerous confirmed cases of the exact problem with later models.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-05
- VIN: 5TDDGRFH6KS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Extremely loud high pitched noise when the vehicle starts. The problem began early October 2024 and has continued. It happens every time the car turns on.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-09
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH6KS
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I purchased a 2019 Highlander Platinum Limited a few weeks ago and it started making an incredibly loud feedback sound from the speakers every 10-15 times I start the vehicle. I do not have a subscription but I currently have a free trial thru sirusXM radio (not sure if this has anything to do with it or not). The loud beeping noise at startup is EXTREMELY loud causing my right ear to ring. Luckily I do not have small children in the car to experience this.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH3KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that recently while driving at speeds above 40 MPH, there was a whining sound coming from the engine compartment. The cause of the sound was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 51,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-21
- VIN: 5TDJGRFH8KS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Was stuck in traffic on a highway for about 25 minutes going 0 miles per hour because of an accident about 5 miles away. Then the traffic started to clear and began driving on the road again. About five minutes later, the vehicle lost full drive abilities and the check engine light came on, traction control light on, brake light was on, ABS light was on, stability control warning light on, and then on the info screen the vehicle stated, "Hybrid System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place, See Owner's Manual", screen then showed within 2-seconds, "Pre-Collision System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer", then in about 2 additional seconds later the info screen stated, "Check Engine Visit Your Dealer", then most every waring light turned on, and there was no power for drive with either hybrid or gasoline engine. The vehicle basically came to a sudden halt in the middle of traffic with steering wheel locked and no control. Had to get police involved and a tow to get off the road. Had vehicle towed to a local toyota dealership and they do not open until Monday at 9am. This incident occurred on Saturday around 3pm.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-09
- VIN: 5TDKZRFH3KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Dealership stated that whining sound from transmission is irreparable and must be replaced. It is unsafe to drive and the dealer confirmed the noise. This is a known, common issue with the CVT Transmissions, but they are not willing to replace it due to being more than 60 months past the manufacture date, but under 60,000 miles.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-20
- VIN: 5TDBZRFH1KS
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle just turned 12,000 miles. When fueling the vehicle gas gauge does not read correctly. This may cause an unexpected loss of control and accident if out of gas when driving. Vehicle has not yet been to the dealer for repair but going soon. As far as I can determine there are no warning lamps for a faulty fuel gauge.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-20
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH4KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: Approximately at 56,000 miles I began having trouble with a whining noise along with rough, delayed, or sudden shifting, lack of acceleration from a stop and shuddering. I had taken it in for an oil change and explained some of my complaints. They stated they didn't hear any whining noises (so they say) after completing the oil/fluid change. The service department said if it continues to come back and they stated that they haven't had any complaints about the whining noise with Toyota. I got "service engine light" and took it to the dealer which they said was a sensor for AWD. I paid to have it replaced and 2 days later the exact code came back up. Took it back into the Toyota dealership stating the same code came on but, to date, the dealer has been unable to correct the problem because they say it's the transmission that needs replacing which will cost over 8,500.00! My truck only has 119k miles and should be good to go for at minimum of 100k miles more with no major issues!
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-11
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH3KS
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH the vehicle began to loose automotive power and stalled. During the incident, several warning messages were activated which included the check engine light and the ABS warning. While inspecting the vehicle smoke and fire began to stream from under the engine hood and moments later the frontend of the vehicle became engulfed in flames. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. During the incident, the vehicle was destroyed and later towed away. A police report was taken at the scene. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 96,200.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-04
- VIN: 5TDBZRFH3KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated and was sluggish while responding. There was an abnormal humming noise detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the transmission was replaced, but the failure recurred. While driving 71 MPH and merging into traffic while accelerating, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact was able to veer to the shoulder. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. There were no fault codes retrieved. The mechanic at the dealer reported that during the test drive, there was hesitation while downshifting. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-23
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH9KS
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving the car on the highway with no other cars in the immediate area it sounded like there was an explosion on the roof. The glass sun roof spontaneously exploded. Small pieces of glass were everywhere. I was able to pull over to a parking lot. There could have been a serious accident or injury as this event caused me to swerve.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-15
- VIN: 5TDDZRFH3KS
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the moonroof glass suddenly shattered, raining glass down on the occupants inside the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 78,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-17
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed as a failure with the crankshaft sensor. The contact was informed that the crankshaft sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. The VIN was not available.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-16
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH0KS
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while adjusting the driver's seat, the control was making an abnormal buzzing sound. The contact stated that the seat was not moving forward or backward, and the seat back was not moving forward or reclining as needed. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the seat motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-03
- VIN: 5TDKZRFHXKS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission failed at 97,500 miles
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-07
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH6KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission Failed at 65,000. Yes, inspection available upon request. Safety is when my family with little children are in the car, and erratic shifting takes place while traveling at high rates of speed. Car has not broken down, but was told by dealer that it could "run for ever or break down tomorrow" Issue for me is that it is VERY apparent through multiple resources that Toyota clearly is aware of this issue. Recalled in 2017, and 2018.....but looks like most is happening with the 2019 with no accountability on their part. Power train warranty expires at 60,000 miles....yet 75% of reported issues are in between $60,000-$70,000 with Toyota offering ZERO assistance or taking any responsibility or action. No warnings on the dash, no lights. Either loud noise, high rev RPM, or sudden erratic shifting. Just Toyota....saying "yeah we know about it, but still not helping with it, not extending the warranty, and just leaving you with a $8,000-$10,000 bill or continue with a ticking time bomb. Negligence is a safety issue. A big one.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-23
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH1KS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring, and the battery was replaced, as recommended by the local dealer; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer where it was diagnosed that the START/STOP system was draining the battery. As a result of the failure, the START/STOP system was turned off. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-27
- VIN: 5TDBZRFH9KS
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: NOT a tire issue, TPMS issue, had 2 replaced due to corrosion and slow leaks. These came with a certified used vehicle. Mettalic stems and NitroFill. From Dealer IRA toy of Danvers Mass. 245/60R18 tires. There was no tire damage Dash light came on before driving. TPMs sensors were replaced 6 months apart. The other 2 are still on the car and holding air for now. High cost for replacement With new style rubber stems. Not warranted but should be before they snap off on Road and cause accident. Manual says if catastrophic fail TPMs dash may not Light. Toyota should replace metal with new rubber non-corroding stems and sensors. Tire are important and the safety devices to check this should be of better safety Than the item being monitored.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: 5TDJZRFH9KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission has a whine at 117,000 miles. No warning lights. An independent shop advised the transmission is bad and needs replaced. After reading numerous similar complaints, I believe the premature failing of the transmission jeopardizes people's safety as improper shifting could cause an accident. Currently waiting on an appointment at a Toyota dealership.
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-26
- VIN: 5TDDGRFH7KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: While driving my car, the check engine light turned on and my car listed hybrid system malfunction as a flashing indicator. It lost all power in the middle of the road and I was unable to drive and move vehicle. This is the third incident with the same problem since purchasing.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-18
- VIN: 5TDBZRFHXKS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission/transfer case has a known bearing/internal fault that makes a whining sound between 20-40 mph, vehicle has only 56,000 miles. Based on other owner experiences the transmission must be replaced at an estimated cost of 10,000-13,000 dollars.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- VIN: 5TDYZRFH8KS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The transmission started making a whining noise at 100k miles and is getting worse as the mileage gets higher. There is a similar problem with 2017-2018 models.
2019 Toyota Highlander recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2019 Toyota Highlander.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
- Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.
Negative 2019 Toyota Highlander car reviews
Positive 2019 Toyota Highlander car reviews
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I absolutely love this fantastic SUV! After doing a ton of research, I can save you a lot of time here. It's just the right size if you want a bigger vehicle and it's a bargain, actually, considering it has the legendary Toyota engine quality. It drives very nicely and I prefer this body style to what is coming out in 2020. Everyone I talked to loved theirs. One person said that Toyota has never let them down and I can say the same after buying several different Toyotas over the years! I considered all other models of similar size and the smaller SUVs this time around and didn't make up my mind easily. Two competitors had tempting longer warranties and cheaper prices, but in the long haul, who knows what problems they could have, especially after reading about them. Competitors have nice looking cars, but their engine qualities are inferior. I considered Honda Pilot and CRV, but read about their engine and battery problems, so I crossed off that brand too. Fords/GMC are nice, but clunky and heavy. After much research, I ended up back at Toyota! The Highlander seemed better balanced and smoother than the 4Runner. The Highlander may lack a bit in styling, but I went for reliability, and I still think the car is beautiful! Get yours before this body style sells out, unless you like the 2020 look. I bought new since they are just a bit more money than the expensive used ones I found. With their reputation, I'm surprised the Highlanders aren't a bit higher priced - but I'm glad they aren't! Also, I don't care about this feature as much - but some people think the infotainment/info screen isn't great, it seems ok for my basic needs. I do like that it doesn't stick up above the dashboard.
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Great SUV! It's very reliable and has a comfortable ride. The use of space is good, although I wish the touchscreen wasn't such a long reach. However, the navigation works well!
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Mark Miller Toyota gave you a great deal and we're thrilled to hear that you're happy with it! While you usually go for American or German brands, it's great to hear that you're enjoying the direct shift transmission and the smooth revving v6 engine of this car. It sounds like it's powerful and tight, which is fantastic. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!
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I really enjoy the ride and build quality of this vehicle. However, I was a bit disappointed to find out that it doesn't have a remote start, especially considering its price range. Additionally, it would have been great if it had Apple Play, which is available in the 2019 RAV4, a cheaper vehicle. The owners manual is quite lengthy and could be more concise. It would also be convenient if the tailgate could be lifted by placing your foot underneath, like the Ford Escape. Although the pickup is a bit sluggish, it's still a nice vehicle. I believe that some common sense features that are offered by competitors for less money could have been included in this model.
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I am extremely satisfied with my Highlander, which I have owned for six months. It is an absolute pleasure to drive, with excellent acceleration and handling. The interior is incredibly spacious and comfortable. While the engine stop-start feature can be a little rough, it is the only negative aspect of an otherwise flawless vehicle.
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Are you having problems with your 2019 Toyota Highlander?
Walker Boyle 2024-08-27
Hello! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my 2019 Highlander Platinum that I bought in July 2019. Unfortunately, I've been having some trouble with the Nav system voice prompt not working properly. I took my car to the dealer and they were not aware of the issue, but they did inform me that it's a known software problem with no current software fix available. They did provide me with a workaround, which involves hitting the ignition button twice before starting the car. However, I find this to be impractical and not very convenient. I've taken my car back to the dealer three times since then (it's now December 2019), but unfortunately, there are still no known software updates for this issue. I'm planning to submit a safety complaint to NHTSA, as I believe this is an extremely dangerous defect. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Brendon O'Connell 2024-08-04
I have been residing in my house for two years now, however, the navigation system seems to be unable to locate my address. Despite my efforts to seek assistance from the dealer, I have not been provided with any information regarding the next update. The system's functionality is limited and does not perform as advertised, and the Entune feature is not up to par.
Theo Wintheiser 2024-07-11
Toyota's navigation and voice recognition systems have been a source of frustration for many customers, including myself. In some cases, the navigation system has led us on detours that added 45 minutes to our trip, which is unacceptable. Additionally, the third-row seats do not fold down flat, causing small items to constantly fall over in the cargo area. As a salesperson, this is a real nuisance for me as my samples are always scattered. Despite being told that this year's transmission was computerized and would solve previous issues with lagging acceleration after shifting, I have found this not to be the case. The voice recognition system is still amateurish and annoying. However, I remain confident in Toyota's ability to address these issues and improve their systems in the future.
Percy Wiza 2024-06-09
Hello! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share some feedback about my experience with my Toyota. I noticed that the 2019 model is still being advertised in February 2020, which surprised me a bit. I did have some trouble with the tires that came with the car in snowy conditions, but I was able to purchase a new set of Michelin tires that work great. My main concern has been with the electronics - the navigation system isn't very reliable and I have trouble connecting my iPhone's Google Maps app and phone function to the car's speakers. However, I've found a workaround by using my Garmin for longer trips. Additionally, I've noticed that my mpg performance falls short of the posted EPA data by 20% after 13k miles. When I brought this up to my service manager, he mentioned that there may be a software update in the future. Overall, I still enjoy my Toyota and appreciate the service I've received. Thank you for listening!
Abdul Hahn 2024-04-26
My radio stopped working after just three months, and even after replacing it with a new one, it still does not function properly. It is important to note that this model does not come with automatic start, which was not mentioned by the salesperson. Without the autostart feature, it is not possible to use the eTune system or Apple Play.