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2017 Toyota Highlander

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Highlander.

Body SUV

The 2017 Toyota Highlander is an SUV with a 4.6-quart engine oil capacity and a 0W-20 viscosity requirement. Owner records show 261 total complaints, with Power Train as the top area and 4 recalls issued. Against the model’s 1997–2026 span, where complaints peaked at 475 in 2021 and fell to 1 in 1997, the 2017 model’s 261 complaints place it in the middle of the range, meaning it generated a moderate level of documented owner feedback relative to the nameplate’s historical highs and lows.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.6 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI S55D23L · 360 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9030179006. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI S55D23L · 360 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTAILOEM · verified
Tire sizeP245/60R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter178010P090 alt 178010P051
Fuel filter770240E100 alt 2330031241
Spark plug9091901263 alt 9091901233
Battery2880031550 alt 2880031293
Front wiper blades852120E050 alt 852220E050
Serpentine belt9091602729 alt 90916A2026
Thermostat90916A3003 alt 1632631050
Cabin air filter8713950100 alt 8713907020

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.5 in
Overall width76 in
Overall height68.1 in
Wheelbase109.8 in
Curb weight4475 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Highlander of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.0–7.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.00 sec — 2017 Hybrid Limited
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017Hybrid Limited 3.5L V6 + Elec7.00 sec15.40 sec306 hpAWD
2017XLE 3.5L V67.00 sec15.60 sec295 hpAWD
2017SE 3.5L V67.20 sec15.50 sec295 hpAWD
2017SE 3.5L V67.70 sec16.00 sec295 hpAWD
2019Limited Platinum 3.5L V67.20 sec15.50 sec295 hpAWD
2014LE Plus 3.5L V67.10 sec15.40 sec270 hpFWD
2014XLE 3.5L V67.10 sec15.40 sec270 hpAWD
2014Limited 3.5L V67.30 sec15.60 sec270 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.6 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.48-0.58
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity10.7
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity12.8

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61 ft-lbs
Main Bearings16
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts36.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub217.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1300 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.81-2.03 lbs
Oil TypeND 11 Oil
Oil Capacity6.90-7.40 oz
RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.70-1.92 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46

Service checks

RPM44-50 @ IDLE OR FUEL PUMP RUNNING. rpm
Residual Pressure21 MIN.: AFTER 5 MINUTES, ENGINE OFF. psi
RPM55-61 @ IDLE OR FUEL PUMP RUNNING. rpm
Residual Pressure21 MIN.: AFTER 5 MINUTES, ENGINE OFF. psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 20
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 77; Rear: 70
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .984; Rear: .335
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: 0.002; Rear: 0.006
Maximum Drum Diameter8.310

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
17 ft. lbs., Step 2: 127 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9018 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2017 Toyota Highlander sits within the third generation (2014–2023), and its federal record reflects a mid-cycle stabilization. Complaints rose to 261 in 2017 from 109 in 2016, yet remained below the 20182021 spike (255–475 annually), suggesting a temporary uptick rather than a systemic flaw. Recalls held steady at four—consistent with 2015, 2016, and 2020—while power train issues dominated complaints (54), though the data doesn’t specify root causes. Compared to the preceding and following years, 2017’s recall count is unremarkable, and its TSB volume (265) aligns with the generation’s average. The absence of investigations further implies no overarching safety concerns. **Takeaway: the 2017 Highlander is a sound used buy, offering a balance of lower-than-peak complaints and no red-flag recalls.**

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
265
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
261
Owner complaints
18 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 261 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train54
Unknown Or Other26
Fuel/Propulsion System16
Engine15
Visibility/Wiper12
Electrical System11
Electrical System,Engine8
Fuel System, Gasoline8

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18E107000Electrical SystemReported 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… 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…

17V520000EquipmentReported 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. Remedy: GST 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 265 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-TT-0790-252025-08-20Electrical SystemSome customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2017 Highlander take?

4.6 qt of 0W-20 ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil, per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Highlander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.