2008 Toyota Highlander vs 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 403 | 197 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 281 | 114 |
| Investigations | 2 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 44 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 110,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Highlander Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 66 | 94 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 35 |
| Engine | 58 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 2 |
| Steering | 40 | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 25 |
| Tires | 25 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 21 |
| Airbag warning light | 22 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 20 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
2008 Toyota Highlander
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.