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2020 Toyota Highlander Recalls

4 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Dec 20, 2023

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Toyota Highlander average of 5.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Air Bags, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2020 Toyota Highlander recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 23V865000

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Dec 20, 2023

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.

Safety consequence

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V720000

Structure › Body › Bumpers

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Oct 26, 2023

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.

Safety consequence

A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V633000

Air Bags

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Oct 14, 2020

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander and Highlander hybrid vehicles. Incorrect seat trim covers on one or both of the front seats can prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.

Safety consequence

Improper deployment of the seat-mounted side air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats and replace the seat trim covers as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB14 / 20TA14.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V162000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Mar 19, 2020

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander vehicles equipped with a 3.5 L, V6 (2GR-FKS) gasoline engine. Due to an Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming error, fuel may not be correctly supplied to the engine while using the stop and restart feature.

Safety consequence

Improper fuel supply programming can result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA06.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2020 Toyota Highlander recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Toyota Highlander have?

This verified dataset contains 4 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2020 Toyota Highlander. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2020 Toyota Highlander?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology