Model year guide

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 29 on record.

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints233
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$8,850

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid recalls 2

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #11V342000 · 29/06/2011

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 HIGHLANDER HYBRID AND LEXUS RX400H PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 16, 2005, THROUGH AUGUST 30, 2006. A MODULE INSIDE THE INVERTER MODULE MAY CONTAIN INADEQUATELY SOLDERED TRANSISTORS THAT DURING HIGH-LOAD DRIVING, MAY BE DAMAGED BY HEAT CAUSED BY THE LARGE CURRENT. IF THIS OCCURS, VARIOUS WARNING LAMPS, INCLUDING THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP, SLIP INDICA…

Fix: TOYOTA/LEXUS MAILED AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION ON JULY 19, 2011 TO ADVISE OWNERS OF THIS RECALL AND THE FACT THAT THEY WILL RECEIVE A FUTURE NOTICE WHEN PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS. TOYOTA DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HYBRID INVERTER PRODUCTION NUMBER TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE INVERTE…

Hybrid Propulsion System: Inverter NHTSA Campaign #13V396000 · 04/09/2013

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid vehicles manufactured February 16, 2005, through July 29, 2010; and model year 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h vehicles manufactured February 23, 2005, through December 2, 2008. The Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module may contain transistors that have higher operating temperatures than the solder can support and the transistors may be h…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IPM free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicles that had their IPM replaced under recall 11V-342 are not affected by this campaign.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 233 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
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.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid worth?

Low
$5,500
Typical price
$8,850
High
$12,800

From 29 comparable 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000
Fuel only$13,000
Per mile$0.17

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.

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Limited · STD/Base
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles on record

Other Toyota Highlander Hybrid model years

2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Across all 233 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, electrical system, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid get?

The 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (28 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid listings run roughly $5,500–$12,800, typically around $8,850 (from 29 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.