2013 Toyota Highlander engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 35 complaints for the 2013 Toyota Highlander, 12% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 35 12% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 7,000 miles 27 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 20 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 1 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 27 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 7,000 miles, and 85% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 toyota highlander. The contact stated that on several occasions, the vehicle exhibited unintended acceleration. Additionally, the vehicle would vibrate excessively when stationary with the engine on. The vibrations would cause ear pain to the contact. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 11,000.
I rear ended a car in front of me. Damage minimal to his car. My highlander sustained over 10 thousand dollar front damage. My air bags did not deploy.
Other problems reported for the 2013 Toyota Highlander
- Steering 46 complaints
- Cruise control 31 complaints
- Electrical system 26 complaints
- Air bags 18 complaints
- Body & structure 18 complaints
- Brakes 17 complaints
- Fuel system 16 complaints