2005 Toyota Highlander STD
VIN: JTEDP21A250076063 | 2005 | Toyota Motor Corporation | MIYAWAKA, FUKUOKA, JAPAN
2005 Toyota Highlander STD — 3.3L 6 Cyl, 4x2, See owners manual. Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV].
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43/100
Safety & Recall Score: Caution
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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
⚠ 6 recall campaigns (high)
⚠ 225 owner complaints (high)
⚠ 15+ year old vehicle
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- Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
- Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
- Plant: MIYAWAKA, FUKUOKA, JAPAN
NHTSA Recalls
6 Recall Campaigns- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011...
- TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES;...
- TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER...
Owner Complaints
225 filed with NHTSA- My 2025 Acura MDX (under 10,000 miles) has failed...
- Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 Toyota Highlander....
Fuel Economy
19 MPG Combined- City: 17 MPG
- Hwy: 23 MPG
- Combined: 19 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
Technical Specifications
Vehicle Overview
VIN
JTEDP21A250076063
Model Year
2005
Make
Toyota
Model
Highlander
Trim
STD
Series
MCU23L/MCU28L/ACU20L/ACU25L
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
4
Seats
Not reported by manufacturer
Seat Rows
Not reported by manufacturer
Drive Type
4x2
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
See owners manual
Engine
3.3L 6 Cyl
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Plant Location
MIYAWAKA, FUKUOKA, JAPAN
Country of Origin
JAPAN
VIN Breakdown
Position 1 — WMI Region
J → Japan
Position 2 — Manufacturer
T → Toyota Motor Corporation
Position 3 — Vehicle Type
E → MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor
DP21A → Highlander STD
Position 9 — Check Digit
2 → ✓ Valid
Position 10 — Model Year
5 → 2005
Position 11 — Plant Code
0 → MIYAWAKA, FUKUOKA, JAPAN
Positions 12–17 — Serial
076063 → Production sequence
Engine & Powertrain
Engine Model
3MZ-FE
Cylinders
6 Cyl
Displacement
3.3 L
Displacement CC
3300.0
Displacement CI
201.37835551261
Engine Config
V-Shaped
Drive Type
4x2
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Combined MPG
19 MPG
City MPG
17 MPG
Hwy MPG
23 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,400
5-Yr Fuel Cost
$17,000
CO₂ Emissions
467.7 g/mi
Barrels/Year
15.66
Safety & Driver Assistance
Detailed safety-equipment information wasn't available from the sources used for this vehicle.
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Doors
4
Towing & Utility
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Drive Type
4x2
Wheels & Tires
Manufacturing & Identity
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Manufacturer ID
1057
Make ID
448
Model ID
2213
Plant Company
Toyota Motor Kyushu, Inc.
Plant City
MIYAWAKA
Plant State
FUKUOKA
Plant Country
JAPAN
Vehicle Descriptor
JTEDP21A*50
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls
6
Recall Status
Recall campaigns found
Recall Campaigns
6 recall campaigns identified
VIN repair status unknown — verify open recalls with NHTSA or a Toyota dealer.
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$3,300–$5,100
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Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
Not available
Front Crash Rating
Not available
Side Crash Rating
Not available
Rollover Risk
4 Stars
Safety Recalls
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and...
Risk: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory....
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES; 2004 AND 2005 CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, HIGHLANDER, AND SIENNA VEHICLES, 2006 HIGHLANDER HYBRID; 2004 AND 2005 LEXUS ES330 AND RX330; AND 2006 LEXUS RX400H VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2004 THROUGH...
Risk: IN SOME CASES, THE BELT FOR THE POWER STEERING PUMP MAY BECOME DETACHED FROM THE PULLEY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER...
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL CHECK THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY TO IDENTIFY WHETHER IT WAS PRODUCED BY THE U.S. SUPPLIER. IF SO, THE...
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 LEXUS RX330, RX350, AND RX400H VEHICLES. IF THE FORWARD RETENTION CLIP USED TO SECURE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, WHICH IS LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE CENTER...
Risk: IF THIS OCCURS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY TEMPORARILY BECOME STUCK IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION RATHER THAN RETURN TO THE IDLE POSITION. A STUCK...
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED ONE FREE OR CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH...
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2,...
Risk: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE....
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND HYBRID VEHICLES, THE TWO RETAINING CLIPS FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE FORWARD CENTER CONSOLE CAN BECOME LOOSE. IF BOTH CLIPS SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING INTERFERENCE...
Risk: THIS CONDITION MAY INTERFERE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO FLOOR CARPET COVER RETAINING CLIPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 24, 2006, AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED...
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 LEXUS RX, AND MODEL YEAR 2006 LEXUS GS AND IS VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS LUBRICANTS FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM...
Risk: A LEAK OF BRAKE FLUID COULD LEAD TO A CHANGE IN BRAKE PEDAL FEEL AND OVERTIME A DEGRADATION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK...
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAL WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED ONE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER...
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Finance & Cost Estimates
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$1,580/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr)
$7,900
Maintenance (5yr)
$7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA)
$17,000
Depreciation (5yr est.)
$2,295
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Owner Complaints
My 2025 Acura MDX (under 10,000 miles) has failed...
My 2025 Acura MDX (under 10,000 miles) has failed to restart after the automatic idle stop engaged at stoplights and drive-thru lines at least 7 separate times. When...
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 Toyota Highlander....
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 Toyota Highlander. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase of the vehicle. The vehicle was a...
All at once the windows, moon roof, blinkers, reverse...
All at once the windows, moon roof, blinkers, reverse lights, running lights and brake lights stopped working - also the automatic headlight function stopped working and we must...
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Highlander. The contact...
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while the vehicle was on a lift at the independent mechanic, it was discovered that the rear...
Passager seat burnt up from the heated seats
Passager seat burnt up from the heated seats
The contact owned a 2005 Toyota Highlander. The contact...
The contact owned a 2005 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle accelerated and crashed into a...
I was driving home and a deer ran infront...
I was driving home and a deer ran infront of me. I tried to put my seat belt on before but it locked, so I tried to get...
Driver's seat belt locked up so I was unable...
Driver's seat belt locked up so I was unable to wear it, I hit a deer tried to swerve to miss it, and my car was shaking uncontrollably.
Showing 8 of 225 complaints. View all on NHTSA →
Maintenance Schedule
Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 5,000 mi
Toyota recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Current
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded
Due Now
Timing Belt/Chain Service
Every 60,000–105,000 mi (belt) or per manufacturer schedule (chain)
CRITICAL if belt-equipped — timing belt failure destroys engine. Confirm whether this engine uses a belt or chain (chains typically don't require scheduled replacement) before assuming this interval applies.
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Additional Tools & Information
Estimated depreciation for this 2005 TOYOTA Highlander based on vehicle class and age. These are projections from today’s general estimate, not past sale prices. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
Now
$4,200
+1 yr
$3,700
-12%
+2 yr
$3,300
-22%
+3 yr
$2,900
-32%
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
Insurance
$1,580/yr
22%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
21%
Fuel/Energy
$3,400/yr
47%
Depreciation
$459/yr
6%
Registration
$250/yr
3%
Estimated Total Annual Cost
$7,189/yr
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
9.2
/ 10
Rank #1 overall
17 issues / 100 vehicles
Toyota Reliability
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Feb 6, 2016
Sep 11, 2011
Feb 24, 2011
Mar 2, 2010
Jul 13, 2006
Oct 21, 2010
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Front Tires
33 PSI (typical)
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Rear Tires
33 PSI (typical)
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Spare Tire
60 PSI (typical)
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Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires
Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.
❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Consider winter tires if driving in snow or ice regions
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Toyota Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
3yr/36k
Has likely ended
Powertrain
5yr/60k
Has likely ended
Corrosion / Rust
5yr/unlimited
Has likely ended
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN JTEDP21A250076063 decode to?
VIN JTEDP21A250076063 decodes to a 2005 TOYOTA Highlander STD, assembled in MIYAWAKA, FUKUOKA, JAPAN.
How many recalls does this 2005 TOYOTA Highlander have?
NHTSA shows 6 recall campaigns associated with the 2005 TOYOTA Highlander. This reflects campaigns issued for this model/year — it does not confirm whether this specific VIN's repairs have already been completed. Contact a TOYOTA dealer with this VIN to check.
Is it safe to buy a 2005 TOYOTA Highlander with recall campaigns on file?
A recall campaign doesn't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but any unresolved recall should be addressed promptly. Contact a TOYOTA dealer with this VIN to confirm which specific recalls apply and whether they've already been completed — repairs are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2005 TOYOTA Highlander?
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2005 TOYOTA Highlander STD is estimated at $3,300–$5,100. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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According to EPA data, the 2005 TOYOTA Highlander gets approximately 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,400.
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