How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2020 Toyota Highlander?

NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2020 Highlander, which is 6% of the 315 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2020 Toyota Highlander electrical system?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this component on the 2020 Highlander.

At what mileage do electrical problems usually show up on the 2020 Highlander?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 11,000 miles.

Have crashes or injuries been linked to these electrical complaints?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 2 injuries associated with the 18 Electrical System complaints for this year, with no fires reported.

How does 2020 compare to other Highlander years for electrical complaints?

The 2020 Highlander's 6% share of complaints tied to the electrical system is lower than years like 2015 (32%) and 2010 (28%), based on NHTSA data.

2020 Toyota Highlander Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2020 Toyota Highlander, 6% of its 315 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure is 11,000 miles, with 2 crashes and 2 injuries reported. No related recalls are listed.

Electrical System complaints: 18; 6% of 315
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 11,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report door locks and the key fob failing to lock or unlock one or both doors.
The power rear hatch sometimes will not open or close on its own and must be shut manually, without any dashboard warning.
Some drivers describe the blind spot monitoring system failing to detect adjacent vehicles, including semi trucks, even after dealer recalibration.
Several owners report sudden loss of motive power or stalling while driving at various speeds, sometimes requiring a jump start.
Infotainment and navigation screens have gone completely black while driving and only reset after restarting the vehicle.
A few complaints describe unexpected limp mode with reduced engine power or a whining noise when shifting from park to drive.

When 2020 Toyota Highlander electrical complaints were filed

First complaint May 26, 2020, latest Sep 17, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2020 to Sep 2026; peak May 2020 (1).

Electrical System recalls for the 2020 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 complaints does NHTSA have for the 2020 Toyota Highlander?: NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2020 Highlander, which is 6% of the 315 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Toyota Highlander electrical system?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this component on the 2020 Highlander.
At what mileage do electrical problems usually show up on the 2020 Highlander?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 11,000 miles.
Have crashes or injuries been linked to these electrical complaints?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 2 injuries associated with the 18 Electrical System complaints for this year, with no fires reported.
How does 2020 compare to other Highlander years for electrical complaints?: The 2020 Highlander's 6% share of complaints tied to the electrical system is lower than years like 2015 (32%) and 2010 (28%), based on NHTSA data.