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2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
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This model year is still too new to have a real-world track record. Treat the verdict as provisional and lean on a professional inspection.
16 owner complaints · 1 recalls · data verified July 11, 2026 · source: NHTSA
What the record shows so far
Only 16 owner complaints on file for this exact model year, too few to judge long-term reliability. Treat this as unproven, not endorsed, and lean on a professional inspection.
The math, shown
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What breaks on a 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, plotted where owners report it happening.
Engine
19%3 complaints · 3 in the last 2 years
“I purchased this vehicle new from Toyota of madison in Indiana on 3/26/2026. It had 300+ miles on it. Had it for just a week before this warning light came on while id…”
Body & structure
19%3 complaints · 3 in the last 2 years
“While i was closing the trunk Did press area below my license plate to close the trunk, and got a dent below the license playe. Looks like very poor quality of steel b…”
Fuel system
6%1 complaints · 1 in the last 2 years
“Failed System: Fuel Injector Failure (?) at high speeds, under load (uphill), causing an immediate and life threatening loss of power. While traveling on the highway, …”
Visibility & wipers
6%1 complaints · 1 in the last 2 years
“2nd time ac system stoppped working with 6000. Miles on it after 3rd time same problem it will be under lemon law”
Recalls (1)
Safety recall repairs are free at the brand’s franchised dealers. Before buying, run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and make the seller show the work was done.
Back Over Prevention · 25V744000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
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What owners say
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