Model year guide

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints238
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$17,576

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

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid recalls 4

Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls NHTSA Campaign #15V689000 · 22/10/2015

Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsis…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800…

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive NHTSA Campaign #13V014000 · 16/01/2013

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010…

Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #13V123000 · 09/04/2013

Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Sc…

Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301…

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. 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.

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid common problems

Owners have filed 238 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — 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.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid worth?

Low
$12,995
Typical price
$17,576
High
$20,800

From 11 comparable 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$12,900
Total$25,900
Per mile$0.35

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 ($17,576) with the same model 4 model-years older ($7,250), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
Limited · Medium · Base
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl 209 hp

2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles on record

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2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2010 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 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Owners have filed 238 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid get?

The 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (27 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid listings run roughly $12,995–$20,800, typically around $17,576 (from 11 vehicles).

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