Recalls ·2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD Le Plus

2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD Le Plus recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD Le Plus; the most frequently affected component is equipment. Owners filed 80 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2017 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints80
Crashes reported3in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

EquipmentCampaign 17V520000 · 23 Aug 2017

Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.

Risk: The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.

Tires — Temporary/emergency spare tireCampaign 17V295000 · 02 May 2017

Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Risk: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

What owners complain about

Share of the 80 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train36 · 45%
Engine12 · 15%
Unknown or other12 · 15%
Electrical system11 · 14%
Fuel/propulsion system6 · 8%
Service brakes5 · 6%
Air bags4 · 5%
Structure2 · 2%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

I drive a 2017 Toyota Highlander and am having issues with the transmission. The issues and poor craftsmanship on the UA80 8-speed transmissions. Toyota offered Technical Service Bulletins T-SB-0160-18, T-SB-0008-21, and a limited Customer Support Program (CSP ZJC). But very few VINs were included and there are tons…

Engine · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

This 2017 Highlander Blizzard Pearl White paint is defective on the drivers side door. Paint started to bubble in 2021 then peeled off with rust stains underneath due to water damage. It appears that there is no sealant on the door for the paint to adhere so it continues to peel and rust. A defective paint job on this…

Structure · Dec 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

Was on drive from work in 2017 toyota highlander XLE. Noticed low whining sound coming from transmission. Made appointment with toyota dealership. They identified transmission whine as requiring full replacement and projected to fail soon. Vehicle mileage was at 116k miles. There are no ua80 trans available in US and…

Power train · Oct 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. As a result of the failure, the contact was unable to maneuver or control the vehicle before coming to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway. The vehicle…

Engine · Apr 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.