Does the 2017 Toyota Highlander have a fuel pump recall?

Yes. NHTSA campaign 20V682000, reported November 4, 2020, covers fuel pump assembly replacement on the 2017-2019 Highlander among other Toyota models. Dealers replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one at no cost.

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2017 Highlander?

NHTSA lists 37 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Highlander, which is 14% of all 267 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for fuel system complaints on the 2017 Highlander is 37,000 miles.

What symptoms do 2017 Highlander owners report with fuel system issues?

Owners describe failure to start after refueling, sudden stalling or power loss while driving, fuel pump failure, and in one case a stuck-open purge valve triggering warning lights.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to fuel system complaints?

NHTSA data for the 2017 Highlander fuel system complaints shows 1 crash and 1 injury reported, with no fires.

2017 Toyota Highlander Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 37 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Toyota Highlander, 14% of all 267 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 37,000 miles. A related recall (campaign 20V682000) covers fuel pump assembly replacement.

Fuel System complaints: 37; 14% of 267
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 37,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle failing to start or cranking without turning over shortly after refueling.
Some describe the fuel pump failing outright, causing the engine to stall while driving at highway speed or fail to start when the tank is full.
Several report sudden loss of power or engine sputtering and coughing at speed, sometimes displaying a "Reduced Engine Power" message before coming to a stop.
A few describe a stuck-open purge valve that let vapor build in the engine and triggered multiple warning lights.
One owner reported gasoline leaking from the front of the vehicle while driving on the highway.
Owners note that some vehicles were denied the fuel pump recall repair despite showing the same stalling symptoms as vehicles covered by campaign 20V682000.

When 2017 Toyota Highlander fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 3, 2017, latest Jul 10, 2026.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2017 to Jul 2026; peak Feb 2017 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Toyota Highlander

NHTSA 20V682000Nov 4, 2020Fuel System1,525,742 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Fuel System complaints by Highlander model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20056 (3%)
200613 (5%)
20076 (5%)
200815 (4%)
20092 (1%)
20104 (2%)
20111 (1%)
20123 (2%)
201315 (7%)
20140 (0%)
20154 (2%)
20164 (4%)
201737 (14%)
201836 (14%)
2019106 (22%)
202020 (6%)
202131 (6%)
202210 (4%)
202317 (9%)
20248 (19%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Toyota Highlander have a fuel pump recall?: Yes. NHTSA campaign 20V682000, reported November 4, 2020, covers fuel pump assembly replacement on the 2017-2019 Highlander among other Toyota models. Dealers replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one at no cost.
How common are fuel system complaints on the 2017 Highlander?: NHTSA lists 37 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Highlander, which is 14% of all 267 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for fuel system complaints on the 2017 Highlander is 37,000 miles.
What symptoms do 2017 Highlander owners report with fuel system issues?: Owners describe failure to start after refueling, sudden stalling or power loss while driving, fuel pump failure, and in one case a stuck-open purge valve triggering warning lights.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to fuel system complaints?: NHTSA data for the 2017 Highlander fuel system complaints shows 1 crash and 1 injury reported, with no fires.