2005 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER Recall Check

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NHTSA Safety Recall Results for 2005 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

Recall #:
06V253000
Recall Date:
2006-07-13
Component(s):
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: ACCELERATOR PEDAL

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND HYBRID VEHICLES, THE TWO RETAINING CLIPS FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE FORWARD CENTER CONSOLE CAN BECOME LOOSE. IF BOTH CLIPS SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING INTERFERENCE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ROD.

Recall #:
11V112000
Recall Date:
2011-02-24
Component(s):
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: ACCELERATOR PEDAL

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 LEXUS RX330, RX350, AND RX400H VEHICLES. IF THE FORWARD RETENTION CLIP USED TO SECURE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, WHICH IS LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE CENTER CONSOLE, IS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND INTERFERE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM.

Recall #:
10V499000
Recall Date:
2010-10-21
Component(s):
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: MASTER CYLINDER

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 LEXUS RX, AND MODEL YEAR 2006 LEXUS GS AND IS VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS LUBRICANTS FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS USED THAT DOES NOT CONTAIN SUCH POLYMERS, OR THAT CONTAINS ONLY SMALL AMOUNTS, A PART OF THE RUBBER SEAL LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER MAY BECOME DRY, AND THE SEAL MAY CURL DURING MOVEMENT OF THE PISTON. IF THIS OCCURS, A SMALL AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID COULD SLOWLY LEAK FROM THE SEAL INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

Recall #:
11V539000
Recall Date:
2011-11-09
Component(s):
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES; 2004 AND 2005 CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, HIGHLANDER, AND SIENNA VEHICLES, 2006 HIGHLANDER HYBRID; 2004 AND 2005 LEXUS ES330 AND RX330; AND 2006 LEXUS RX400H VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2004 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2005, EQUIPPED WITH THE 1MZ-FE OR 3MZ-FE ENGINE. THE AMOUNT OF ADHESIVE AGENT APPLIED BETWEEN THE OUTER RING AND THE TORSIONAL RUBBER DAMPER (INNER RING) IN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY MAY BE INADEQUATE. IF THE ADHESIVE IS INSUFFICIENT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE OUTER RING MAY BECOME MISALIGNED AND IT MAY NOT PROPERLY ROTATE WITH THE INNER RING, CAUSING NOISE AND/OR ILLUMINATION OF THE BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT.

Recall #:
10V035000
Recall Date:
2010-02-03
Component(s):
EQUIPMENT: OTHER: LABELS

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Recall #:
16V396000
Recall Date:
2016-06-02
Component(s):
SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

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TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005 Market Price Analysis

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TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005 Ownership Cost

Title Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Total for 5 years

Depreciation

Year 1 $774

Year 2 $715

Year 3 $655

Year 4 $595

Year 5 $536

Total for 5 years: $3,275

Insurance

Year 1 $1,451

Year 2 $1,502

Year 3 $1,554

Year 4 $1,609

Year 5 $1,665

Total for 5 years: $7,781

Fuel

Year 1 $1,773

Year 2 $1,826

Year 3 $1,890

Year 4 $1,965

Year 5 $2,054

Total for 5 years: $9,508

Maintenance

Year 1 $2,763

Year 2 $2,166

Year 3 $1,053

Year 4 $775

Year 5 $2,291

Total for 5 years: $9,048

Repair

Year 1 $1,568

Year 2 $1,290

Year 3 $1,473

Year 4 $1,590

Year 5 $1,816

Total for 5 years: $7,737

Taxes & Fees

Year 1 $412

Year 2 $47

Year 3 $60

Year 4 $38

Year 5 $53

Total for 5 years: $610

Total for 5 years: $37,958

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005 Recalls

If you have a TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005, find out if it's on the recall list in seconds. Enter your VIN into EpicVin's Recall Check Tool to see all current and past safety recalls issued by NHTSA and the manufacturer. Quick, easy, and gives you peace of mind.

Your TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005 may face some safety issues. In this case, EpicVin's free recall check can show you all unresolved problems right away. If your vehicle is involved in an active recall, address your local dealer. They'll fix it free of charge.

The TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005 might face several common recall issues:

  • Engine stalling or sudden power loss.
  • Brake failures that could leave you without stopping power.
  • Airbags that won't deploy (or deploy when they shouldn't).
  • Electrical gremlins that cause unexpected problems.
  • Fuel leaks that create fire risks.

EpicVin helps you stay on top of these safety recalls before they become dangerous.

Yes, EpicVin's recall lookup will cost you nothing. Start with entering your VIN. Then, you’ll get instant access to all safety recall information for your TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005.

If you find your TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005 on a recall list, here are some recommendations:

  1. Double-check the details on EpicVin.
  2. Call your local TOYOTA dealer to confirm they have the parts.
  3. Schedule your free repair.
  4. Keep your service paperwork (just in case).

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You need to check this information every few months. New issues emerge all the time, even in older vehicles. EpicVin makes it easy to stay informed about safety recalls. Take 30 seconds to run your VIN whenever you think about it.

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Yes, but be straight with potential buyers about any outstanding issues. Some states have strict rules on selling cars with unfixed safety recalls. As a real protective measure, get the recall fixed for free before listing your car.

Your VIN can be found in a few places:

  • Review the windshield at the lower corner of the dash (the driver's side).
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Not every TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2005 will end up with problems, but many do. Even top manufacturers issue recalls occasionally. The only way to know for sure is by checking your specific VIN on EpicVin. Each vehicle has its unique recall history.

EpicVin pulls from the official sources that matter:

  • NHTSA database (the government agency that oversees vehicle safety).
  • Direct manufacturer recall announcements.
  • Dealer service bulletins that highlight emerging issues.

This triple-check approach means you get reliable recall information you can trust.

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