ShifteratiToyota Highlander · 2nd gen (2008–2013)
2012 Toyota Highlander
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Watch out for
Reputation: what owners and the press report. Tap one to see what to check.
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Power rear hatch faults All years One source so far
What to check: Open and close the power hatch several times from the key and the switch.
Edmunds' 2011 page says some owners report problems with the power rear hatch.
Sources 1
Recalls
No recalls are listed for this year.
Checked against NHTSA records on 21 October 2026.