Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 88/100 (EXCELLENT)

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Reliability Report

The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander has excellent reliability and no filed complaints or recalls, though its record is still short.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,500–$2,700

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs80/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Newest scored year, with no owner complaints or recalls on file yet and a 5-star crash rating, though that record is still short.

Should You Buy the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander?

Reliability stands at excellent, well above average among 2026 SUVs, and it is the top of the three scored Grand Highlander years. Context matters here. No owner complaints and no federal recalls are on file, but a model year this new has had little time to collect either. The clean record is a good sign. It is not proof of how the car will age.

There are no problems to describe for this year. With zero complaints, owners have reported no symptoms, and no recall keeps the car off the road. The federal crash-test rating is 5 of 5 stars. The 2025 model, also rated excellent, shows what a longer record can look like: 33 complaints and 3 recalls.

Before buying, run the VIN through federal recall records to confirm nothing has been issued since this data was gathered. Ask for service records, since the complaint history is still empty. If you also look at a 2025, ask for proof that its recall work was completed.

See also the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency
+5-star NHTSA crash rating

Cons

No recurring complaint themes yet.

Compare 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander With

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2026 Ford Explorer

Reliability: 70/100

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2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Reliability: 70/100

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2026 Toyota Highlander

Reliability: 84/100

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2026 Chevrolet Traverse

Reliability: 76/100

Good

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander? Check its history first

Every 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas / HEV Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 16.9%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Seat Pan Air bag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row, 3rd row)Driver Monitoring System (Yes)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Toyota Grand HighlanderRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Example Repair Prices

National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.

Common repair costs and price estimates
Repair	Estimated Cost
Tire Pressure Monitor Lamp Diagnosis	$98 – $143
General Diagnosis	$122 – $179
Noise Diagnosis	$122 – $179
Vibration Diagnosis	$122 – $179
No Start Diagnosis	$122 – $179
Pre-Purchase Car Inspection	$183 – $269
Engine Oil Light Diagnosis	$122 – $179
Check Engine Light Diagnosis & Testing	$122 – $179
AC Diagnosis	$122 – $179
Air Conditioning System Leak Inspection	$122 – $179

Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

22–24 MPG

Fuel cost: $2,500–$2,700/yr

Fuel only

20–21 city / 26–28 hwy MPG

Hybrid

27–36 MPG

Fuel cost: $1,650–$2,200/yr

Fuel only

26–37 city / 27–34 hwy MPG

Based on EPA fuel-cost estimates. Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Grand Highlander LE/XLE 2.4L 4-cyl	Front-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	21	28	24	$2,500
Grand Highlander Limited 2.4L 4-cyl	Front-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	21	28	24	$2,500
Grand Highlander AWD LE/XLE 2.4L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	21	27	23	$2,600
Grand Highlander AWD Limited/Platinum 2.4L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	20	26	22	$2,700

Hybrid trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Grand Highlander Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl	Front-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AV-S6)	37	34	36	$1,650
Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD 2.5L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AV-S6)	36	32	34	$1,750
Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD 2.4L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S6)	26	27	27	$2,200

Best & Worst Toyota Grand Highlander Years

Best Toyota Grand Highlander Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Toyota Grand Highlander Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Toyota Grand Highlander reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2024	69/100	Good
2025	80/100	Excellent
2026	88/100	Excellent

Toyota Grand Highlander Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	88/100	+8	Excellent	0	0
2025	80/100	+11	Excellent	3	33
2024	69/100	—	Good	7	171

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander reliable?

Yes, it stands at excellent and well above average among 2026 SUVs. It also ranks first of the three scored Grand Highlander years. Note that it has no complaints or recalls on file, partly because it is a new model year with little time on the road.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander?

None have been reported so far. Owner complaints for this year stand at zero, so there is no pattern of symptoms to point to. That may change as more owners put miles on these vehicles and file reports.

Has the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander been recalled?

No. Federal recall records show zero recalls for this model year. Because recalls can be issued later, check the VIN against federal recall records before you buy to catch anything new.

How does the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander compare with the 2025?

Both are rated excellent, but the 2026 rates better in this data. The 2025 has 33 owner complaints and 3 recalls, while the 2026 has none. The 2025 has simply had longer to collect records, so the gap is not a clear verdict.

How safe is the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander in a crash?

It earns the top federal crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars. That rating covers crash protection only. It says nothing about how often the vehicle needs repairs, which is what the reliability standing measures.

Don’t buy a 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (80/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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