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We expect the 2025 Highlander Hybrid will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022, 2023 and 2024 models.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Hybrid battery fails every 2 years. Somewhere in the car there is a drain on that battery that undiagnosed and eventually this battery stops working and the car wont start. Battery needs to be replaced every 2 years."
Anonymous, VT (2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE 3.5-L V6 hybrid)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"Bought 5 yr. warranty from My local dealer but they would replace the battery. I questioned the service man and he kept saying he could not find fault. So I had to buy cranking battery myself. Matt the mgr. said he would refund me the money but kept giving me the slip. Would not deal with this dealer again."
Anonymous A., GA (2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 3.5-L V6 hybrid)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"I was told at the dealership when I took it in for service that I had an axle leak. They said I couldnt see it but when they examine my brakes, they discovered it. During that visit they found almost $3000 worth of work that needed to be done on my car."
Anonymous A., FL (2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 3.5-L V6 hybrid)
"Just once bit was VERY surprised how expensive it was!"
Anonymous, WI (2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE 3.5-L V6 hybrid)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"The squeak seems to come from the brakes intermittently"
Anonymous A., FL (2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 3.5-L V6 hybrid)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"I lost complete connection to my phone 5 years of everything working. Spent a significant amount of time at dealership was ready to replace system over 4k and my service manager requested to reboot sound system completely. We went for it and the problem resolved."
Anonymous A., CA (2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Hybrid Limited 3.5-L V6 hybrid)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"New pics of roof rack trim molding cost $108. I installed myself."
Anonymous, MT (2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE 3.5-L V6 hybrid)