2020 Toyota Highlander
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Toyota Highlander is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.
2020 Toyota Highlander at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2020 Toyota Highlander recalls 4
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander and Highlander hybrid vehicles. Incorrect seat trim covers on one or both of the front seats can prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats and replace the seat trim covers as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB14 / 20TA14.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander vehicles equipped with a 3.5 L, V6 (2GR-FKS) gasoline engine. Due to an Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming error, fuel may not be correctly supplied to the engine while using the stop and restart feature.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA06.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploy…
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may co…
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.
2020 Toyota Highlander common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 291 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2020 Toyota Highlander MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2020 Toyota Highlander worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2020 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. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($41,401) with the same model 5 model-years older ($24,120), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2020 Toyota Highlander trims & engines on record
2020 Toyota Highlander vehicles on record
2020 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDGZRBH1LS506367
2020 Toyota Highlander Limited5TDYZRAH9LS023473
2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum5TDFZRBH0LS043567
2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum5TDFZRAH1LS027914
2020 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDGZRAH6LS027573
2020 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDGZRAH3LS006681
2020 Toyota Highlander Limited5TDYZRAH5LS005696
2020 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDGZRAH5LS504090
2020 Toyota Highlander LE5TDBZRBH2LS523026
2020 Toyota Highlander LE5TDZZRAH8LS502763
2020 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDGZRBH7LS000767
2020 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDGZRBHXLS020947
2020 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDGZRBHXLS000200
Other Toyota Highlander model years
2020 Toyota Highlander — frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Toyota Highlander have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2020 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 2020 Toyota Highlander?
Based on 291 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, seat belts, service brakes.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Toyota Highlander get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2020 Toyota Highlander at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway).
How much is a 2020 Toyota Highlander worth?
Comparable 2020 Toyota Highlander listings run roughly $31,000–$47,987, typically around $41,401 (from 8 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.