What is a Carchieve vehicle history report?

A Carchieve report is a complete safety and records check on any U.S. vehicle. Enter the 17-character VIN and you get the decoded vehicle identity and full specifications, every open safety recall, owner-reported complaints by system, official NHTSA crash-test ratings, and a buyer action plan, in one clean report and a downloadable PDF.

How is Carchieve different from a typical VIN lookup?

Carchieve doesn't just dump raw data. It authenticates the VIN, organizes every federal safety record into a buyer-ready dossier, scores the vehicle, and tells you exactly what to inspect, ask and verify before you pay, the way a careful mechanic would read the car.

How fast will I get my report?

Reports are generated in under a minute. As soon as your VIN is checked against the recall, complaint, ratings and identity databases, your report and PDF are ready to view and download.

Can I buy more than one report?

Yes. A single report is $24.99. If you're comparing several cars, the 3- and 5-report bundles save you money per report and the extra credits stay in your account until you use them.

What information do I need to run a report?

Only the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is on the lower-left corner of the windshield, the driver-side door jamb, and the vehicle title or registration.

Where does the data come from?

Every report is built from authoritative U.S. vehicle databases, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall, complaint and 5-Star safety-rating programs and the federal VIN product information catalog. Carchieve authenticates the VIN check digit so you know the identity is genuine.

Can I share the report with a seller or mechanic?

Yes. Every report includes a professionally formatted PDF you can download, print, or forward to a private seller, dealer, or mechanic to support your buying decision.

2017 Toyota Highlander Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

The 2017 Toyota Highlander has 4 open safety recalls and 259 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public safety record. To see whether a specific Highlander had its recalls repaired and how its mileage and title check out, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Campaign 18E107000 · 27/11/2018

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).

RiskThe ECM damage may result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyWanda 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.

EQUIPMENT

Campaign 17V520000 · 23/08/2017

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.

RiskThe roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyGST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Campaign 17V295000 · 02/05/2017

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

RiskA spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyGulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign 20V682000 · 04/11/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

RiskIf the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyToyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

What owners complain about

The systems 2017 Toyota Highlander owners report most often to federal regulators:

Power Train69

Unknown Or Other51

Electrical System46

Engine44

Service Brakes29

Fuel27

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?

Yes. The 2017 Toyota Highlander has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check your specific VIN to see whether the work was completed.

What problems do 2017 Toyota Highlander owners report?

Owners have filed 259 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota Highlander, most often about the power train, unknown or other, electrical system.

How do I check a specific Highlander's history?

Enter the 17-character VIN into Carchieve. You get the recalls, owner complaints and crash ratings shown here for that exact vehicle, plus full decoded specifications and a guided title and odometer check.

2017 Toyota Highlander: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

Safety recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

EQUIPMENT

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?

What problems do 2017 Toyota Highlander owners report?

How do I check a specific Highlander's history?

Check a specific 2017 Toyota Highlander

2017 Toyota Highlander: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

Safety recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

EQUIPMENT

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Toyota Highlander have any recalls?

What problems do 2017 Toyota Highlander owners report?

How do I check a specific Highlander's history?

Check a specific 2017 Toyota Highlander

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