How many electrical system complaints does the 2019 Toyota Highlander have?

NHTSA lists 60 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Highlander, which is 12% of the 482 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2019 Toyota Highlander electrical system?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2019 Highlander.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2019 Highlander?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 5,550 miles.

Have electrical system problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2019 Highlander?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 3 crashes and 3 injuries for the 2019 Highlander, with no fires reported.

How does the 2019 Highlander compare to other model years for electrical complaints?

The 2019 Highlander's 60 electrical complaints and 12% share are lower than the 2015 model year's 32% share but higher than the 2020 model year's 6% share.

2019 Toyota Highlander Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 60 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Toyota Highlander, 12% of its 482 total complaints for the year. These include 3 crashes and 3 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 5,550 miles. No related recalls are listed.

Electrical System complaints: 60; 12% of 482
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 5,550 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden unintended acceleration or jerking while backing out of driveways or parking, sometimes ending in a crash.
Some describe the vehicle suddenly losing power or dying at intersections, with an 'electrical system' warning telling them to pull over and stop.
Others report the vehicle failing to start despite battery replacement, with the problem recurring after dealer visits.
Infotainment and interior electronics issues are reported, including the radio or computer shutting off and rebooting randomly, and interior lights or backup beepers failing.
A few owners mention a faint humming sound coming from the rear seating area hours after the vehicle was parked and turned off.
Some report the voice guidance system going inoperative, requiring a workaround of pressing the start button twice with the engine off.

When 2019 Toyota Highlander electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 20, 2019, latest Sep 14, 2026.

60 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2019 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2020 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Toyota Highlander

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Highlander model year

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

201059 (28%)
201127 (15%)
201230 (16%)
201329 (14%)
201437 (27%)
201561 (32%)
201622 (20%)
201750 (19%)
201828 (11%)
201960 (12%)
202018 (6%)
202133 (6%)
202225 (10%)
202312 (7%)
20246 (14%)
20251 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2019 Toyota Highlander have?: NHTSA lists 60 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Highlander, which is 12% of the 482 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Toyota Highlander electrical system?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2019 Highlander.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2019 Highlander?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 5,550 miles.
Have electrical system problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2019 Highlander?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 3 crashes and 3 injuries for the 2019 Highlander, with no fires reported.
How does the 2019 Highlander compare to other model years for electrical complaints?: The 2019 Highlander's 60 electrical complaints and 12% share are lower than the 2015 model year's 32% share but higher than the 2020 model year's 6% share.