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2014–2019 Toyota Highlander · common fault repair costs

What the known faults on this Toyota Highlander typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.

Cost at a glance

Most expensive fault
£120–£1,200
Top three risks, from
£390
Worst case, everything
£2,700

The single priciest documented job on the 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander is infotainment repair or software fix at £120–£1,200. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £470£2,700 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.

Cost per fault

ElectricalLow

Entune infotainment glitches.

Infotainment repair or software fix£120–£1,200

Inspect · Test the head unit and connectivity.

EngineLow

Minor oil consumption on some 3.5L engines.

Oil leak trace & seal / gasket£180–£700

Inspect · Check oil level and top-up history.

InteriorLow

Second-row/third-row rattles.

Interior trim repair£90–£450

Inspect · Listen for rattles over bumps.

TransmissionLow

Occasional harsh shifts on early 8-speed (2017+).

Minor repair or adjustment£80–£350

Inspect · Test-drive through the gears for smooth engagement.

Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.

Inspecting a Toyota Highlander this week?

Build a tickable checklist for the exact car in front of you, record faults with photos, and hand the buyer a report.