2013 Toyota Highlander Recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions answered

What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2013 Toyota Highlander?
The NHTSA has issued 19 recalls affecting the 2013 Toyota Highlander, covering components such as electrical systems (aftermarket windshield wiring), steering, seat belts, fuel system, fuel pump, rear and second-row seats, labels, air bag components, spare tire pressure, roof rails, and wiring connections. These recalls include aftermarket windshield wiring that can damage the ECM and cause stalling, EPS ECU serial-number checks for power steering failure, seat belt force limiter software updates, fuel delivery pipe leaks, and fuel pump replacements among others — all sourced from NHTSA records.
How do I check if my 2013 Toyota Highlander has an open recall?
Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to us and we will check your VIN for free at Nalley Toyota of Roswell. If you prefer, schedule service and we will confirm recalls, explain any safety risk, and apply manufacturer remedies free of charge.
How much does a 2013 Toyota Highlander recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs are free to owners; there is no charge for recall remedies performed by a certified dealer. Nalley Toyota of Roswell uses OEM parts and factory-trained technicians to complete recall work at no cost under the manufacturer program; ask about available service specials for additional maintenance while you’re here.
Can I get my 2013 Toyota Highlander recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
Recall repairs must be performed under the manufacturer program and are best completed at a certified Toyota dealer to ensure OEM parts and proper calibration. Nalley Toyota of Roswell is a factory-authorized Toyota franchise with trained technicians and OEM diagnostic tools; we also offer service financing so you can get other maintenance done now and pay later while recall repairs remain free.
How long does a 2013 Toyota Highlander recall repair take?
Repair time varies by recall: many software updates or inspections take under an hour; component replacements can range from one to several hours depending on parts availability. When you schedule appointment, we provide an estimated turnaround and can often combine complimentary recall repairs with recommended maintenance under our current service specials.
Does an open recall affect my 2013 Toyota Highlander's trade-in or resale value?
Yes. Unresolved recalls can reduce buyer confidence and lower trade-in or resale value because some buyers and dealers check NHTSA records before purchase. Resolving recalls at Nalley Toyota of Roswell protects value — get a free VIN check and then visit our appraisal page at sell your car online to begin the trade-in process after your recall work is completed.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2013 Toyota Highlander recall?
Some recalls affect safety systems that state inspectors review, and an unresolved safety recall can lead to inspection issues depending on your state’s rules. Addressing recalls promptly at Nalley Toyota of Roswell avoids inspection or registration complications; contact us or schedule service for a recall VIN check and repair. We also offer service financing to help with non-recall maintenance if needed.
2013 Toyota Highlander Recall Summary
These recall details are drawn from NHTSA records. To confirm whether your 2013 Toyota Highlander needs service, visit Nalley Toyota of Roswell or schedule service online — recall repairs are free and must be completed by a certified dealer to ensure safety and preserve vehicle value.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Recall Summary

19 recalls found Ā· All repairs FREE

Electrical System

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Defect

Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda) is recalling certain aftermarket Replacement Windshields sold for use in 2014-2018 Toyota Highlander vehicles. The windshields have an attached wire harness that water may leak into, possibly causing damage to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM).

Consequence

The ECM damage may result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Wanda will notify owners, and service centers will replace the windshields, and inspect the ECM for damage, having it replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Wanda customer service at 1-864-281-2760.

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Defect

Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda) is recalling certain aftermarket Replacement Windshields sold for use in 2014-2018 Toyota Highlander vehicles. The windshields have an attached wire harness that water may leak into, possibly causing damage to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM).

Consequence

The ECM damage may result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Wanda will notify owners, and service centers will replace the windshields, and inspect the ECM for damage, having it replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Wanda customer service at 1-864-281-2760.

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Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Over time, this damage may result in failure of the electric power steering system.

Consequence

An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number of the EPS ECU or steering column assembly. If the number is within the affected range, the EPS ECU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles may have improper software installed in the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) for the operation of the front passenger seat belt force limiter, and as a result, the force limiter may use the restraint setting designed for small occupants, such as those that weigh approximately 110 pounds, for all occupants regardless of their size. As such, some of these

Consequence

In the event of a crash, a larger front passenger seat occupant may not be properly restrained and be at an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update in the air bag electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during November 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, through April 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a second row right-hand seat assembly that does not fully lock into the inboard seat track in the forward first, second and third adjusting positions. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, Seating Systems.

Consequence

If the seat does not fully lock into the inboard seat track, the seat could move, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second row right-hand seat, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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Defect

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars.

Consequence

An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

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Electrical System Wiring1
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Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander vehicles manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 16, 2016. The brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, preventing the sensor from detecting the brake fluid level. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, Light Vehicle Brake Systems.

Consequence

If the brake fluid level is low and is not detected, the braking performance may be decreased, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, connect the wire harness to the sensor, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this G03.

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Fuel Pump2
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Defect

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 2

Consequence

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota notified owners of the safety risk with an interim notification between February 17, 2020 and May 4, 2020. Toyota will send a second notice to owners to have the fuel pump replaced once the remedy is available. 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.

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Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander and Highlander hybrid vehicles. Incorrect seat trim covers on one or both of the front seats can prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.

Consequence

Improper deployment of the seat-mounted side air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats and replace the seat trim covers as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 13, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-442-8696. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB14 / 20TA14.

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Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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

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Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Corrective Action

GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 25, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.

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