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2014 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD

The 2014 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD is a 270-hp 3.5-liter V6 SUV with a 6-speed ect-i automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $41,100 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 270 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 248 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The Highlander measures 191.1 inches long on a 109.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,508 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$41,100 ($56,432 *)
MSRP with Destination$41,960 ($57,613 *)
Destination Charge$860
Engine
Engine Type2GR-FE 3.5L DOHC 24-valve Dual VVT-i V6
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower270 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque248 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-valve Dual VVT-i
Bore and Stroke94 x 83
Injection TypeSequential multi-port EFI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFull-time All-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-speed ECT-i automatic
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.9 in. ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc12.2 in. solid disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front19 in.
Wheels Rear19 in.
Tires FrontP245/55R19
Tires RearP245/55R19
Dimensions & Weight
Length191.1 in
Width75.8 in
Height68.1 in
Wheelbase109.8 in
Ground Clearance8 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft³
Curb Weight4,508 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.5 in
Headroom Rear39.9 in
Legroom Front44.2 in
Legroom Rear38.4 in
Shoulder Room Front59.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear59.6 in
Hip Room Front57.2 in
Hip Room Rear57.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (16.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2014 Toyota Highlander SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2014 Toyota Highlander SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Toyota HIGHLANDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 27, 2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda) is recalling certain aftermarket Replacement Windshields sold for use in 2014-2018 Toyota Highlander vehicles. The windshields have an attached wire harness that water may leak into, possibly causing damage to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM).

Consequence: The ECM damage may result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Wanda will notify owners, and service centers will replace the windshields, and inspect the ECM for damage, having it replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2019. Owners may contact Wanda customer service at 1-864-281-2760.

NHTSA campaign 18E107000

Sep 19, 2014 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 14V576000

May 22, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles may have improper software installed in the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) for the operation of the front passenger seat belt force limiter, and as a result, the force limiter may use the restraint setting designed for small occupants, such as those that weigh approximately 110 pounds, for all occupants regardless of their size. As such, some of these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: In the event of a crash, a larger front passenger seat occupant may not be properly restrained and be at an increased risk of injury.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update in the air bag electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 14V272000

May 22, 2014 · SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, through April 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a second row right-hand seat assembly that does not fully lock into the inboard seat track in the forward first, second and third adjusting positions. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence: If the seat does not fully lock into the inboard seat track, the seat could move, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second row right-hand seat, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 14V274000

Feb 7, 2014 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander vehicles manufactured November 20, 2013, through January 18, 2014. The third row middle seat belt assembly might not have been properly secured to the vehicle floor anchorage during vehicle assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence: A seat belt that is not properly secured to its anchorage could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row middle seat belt anchor, and, if necessary, properly secure it to the vehicle floor anchorage, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 14V051000

136 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2014 Toyota HIGHLANDER

Owner Complaints

136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Toyota HIGHLANDER (5 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System35
Unknown Or Other33
Structure32
Power Train9
Visibility/Wiper6
Seat Belts5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 28, 2026 · Power Train
“Transmission failing beginning at 60,000 miles. Safety issue because car shudders and refuses to accelerate at seemingly random times. My mechanic said this is a known issue and recommended…”
Aug 30, 2026 · Latches/Locks/Linkages
“Component: Latches/Locks — Power Door Lock Actuator I am the original owner of a 2014 Toyota Highlander AWD, currently with 88,000 miles on it. I have experienced six power door lock actuator failures…”
Jul 15, 2026 · Electrical System, Wheels, Visibility/Wiper
“The radio keeps freezing up all the time along with the back tail light area going in and out. I keep smelling like burnt wire smell. Engine sound really rough.”
May 5, 2026 · Structure
“The driver’s-side rear spoiler on my 2014 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD has melted, bubbled, and warped. The vehicle has been stored 100% of the time in a fully enclosed garage with no windows since…”
May 4, 2026 · Electrical System Fire
“I noticed the smell of wires burning, a billow of smoke started emitting from the two levers used to heat the seats near the gear shift area. I was on the freeway and immediately pulled to the side of…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2014 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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