2002 Toyota Highlander
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Toyota Highlander is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 144 on record.
2002 Toyota Highlander at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2002 Toyota Highlander recalls 2
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE A CHILD PROTECTION LOCK (CPL) SYSTEM ON BOTH OF THE REAR SIDE DOORS. WHEN AN OPERATOR OF THE VEHICLE CLOSES THE DOOR VERY HARD WITH THE CPL LEVER SET TO THE LOCK POSITION, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE LEVER MAY CONTACT THE BODY PANEL, CAUSING THE CPL LEVER TO MOVE INTO THE UNLOCK POSITION.
Fix: DEALERS WILL SHORTEN THE CPL LEVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
ON SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THERE IS A BREATHER HOSE THAT ATTACHES TO THE NOZZLE OF THE ON-BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR) VALVE, WHICH IS LOCATED ON THE TOPSIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. THE BREATHER HOSE IS ATTACHED WITH A CLAMP, WHOSE "TABS" FACE IN THE UPWARD DIRECTION. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS CRASHED UNDER THE NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (NCAP) TEST (I.E., 35 MPH FRONTAL BARRIER CRASH), THE CLAMP "TABS" CONTACTED TH…
Fix: DEALERS WILL ROTATE THE SPECIFIED CLAMP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 23, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2002 Toyota Highlander common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 328 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2002 Toyota Highlander MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2002 Toyota Highlander worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2002 Toyota Highlander costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2002 Toyota Highlander trims & engines on record
2002 Toyota Highlander vehicles on record
Other Toyota Highlander model years
2002 Toyota Highlander — frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 Toyota Highlander have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Toyota Highlander. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Toyota Highlander?
Based on 328 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, visibility/wiper, air bags.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Toyota Highlander get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Toyota Highlander at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 22 highway).
How much is a 2002 Toyota Highlander worth?
Comparable 2002 Toyota Highlander listings run roughly $3,800–$8,500, typically around $5,813 (from 144 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.