2011 Toyota highlander Limited/Hybrid Limited/SE
5TDDK3EH4BS046278
Vehicle history report for the 2011 Toyota highlander Limited/Hybrid Limited/SE (VIN 5TDDK3EH4BS046278). Silver, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 3.5L 6-cyl 231 hp, gasoline. Title: Clean. 148,130 mi reported. Registered in Mn. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2011 Toyota highlander.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2011 toyota highlander.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Toyota highlander, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 186
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2011 Toyota highlander.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Highlander. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale but contacted by a dealer. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 122,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 303,000.
NHTSA ODI #11742114POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
1. The 3.5L V6 Engine (2GR-FE) failed due to the subsequent loss of lubrication caused by the rupture of the Oil Cooler Pipe (Rubber component), a manufacturing defect known under TSB T-SB-0201-11 (ZE2 Program). The failed engine is currently available for inspection by request at the independent service center before it is disposed of. 2. The defect causes …
NHTSA ODI #11701620AIR BAGS
Steering wheel air bag did not deploy in front end MVA
Crash · 2 injured · NHTSA ODI #11619420ENGINE
Our car had a major oil leak from the engine Oil Cooler Pipe Manifold at the bottom of the engine (front). My research has concluded that this has been a known issue with various Toyota models with the 2GR-FE engine, however Toyota has not issued a recall and the local dealership has never mentioned it during services. The NHTSA has known about this issue,…
NHTSA ODI #11596623POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding persistent safety issues with my 2011 Toyota Highlander V6 AWD. Specifically, I have experienced significant problems related to the engine timing guide, timing chain, transmission system, which pose a risk to both vehicle occupants and other road users. Vehicle Information: Toyota Highland…
NHTSA ODI #11590714ENGINE
the intake VVT-i gear on 2AR-FE equipped Rav-4s and other Toyota models Has failed after 113k miles. The vehicle is at risk of causing self inflicted damage due to this common issue many toyota owners are facing 2008-2013 highlanders. The part has not been inspected but was diagnosed by a mechanic based on their past experience with these vehicles and sou…
NHTSA ODI #11542525ENGINE
As my family was driving down Interstate 85 in Atlanta going around 80 MPH a dash notification came on that said "Low Oil Pressure pull over" the notification came on then went away then came back on (car never ran hot). Thankfully we were near an exit so we pulled off and into the first parking lot we could find. There was a huge puddle of oil under the car…
NHTSA ODI #11513598ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Pin hole in oil line causing excessive oil leak. Loose oil very quickly. Could cause permanent damage to engine. Had old line replaced by mechanic with a metal line only inspected by my mechanic and there was mention of past recall by my mechanic but it does not show this on your sight. There was no warning lights at all. A coworker noticed excessive oi…
NHTSA ODI #11501313+ 178 more complaints on record.
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5TDDK3EH4BS046278 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2011 Toyota highlander.
Does the 2011 Toyota highlander have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2011 Toyota highlander. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2011 Toyota highlander?
Comparable 2011 Toyota highlander listings run roughly $15,199–$25,600, typically around $20,276 (from 167 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2011 Toyota highlander get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Toyota highlander at about 22 mpg combined (21 city / 25 highway).
Data last checked 17 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.