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P0300 on TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2011, 2015, 2020

What P0300 Means on Your TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

Real TOYOTA HIGHLANDER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"1. The 3.5L V6 Engine (2GR-FE) failed due to the subsequent loss of lubrication caused by the rupture of the Oil Cooler Pipe (Rubber component), a manufacturing defect known under TSB T-SB-0201-11 (ZE2 Program)."

— 2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER owner • POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE • Filed 10/08/2025

"I experienced a sudden engine failure while driving my 2015 Toyota Highlander on Interstate 294 outside Chicago. I was driving about 75 mph in the far left lane."

— 2015 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE • Filed 07/22/2023

"Vehicle went into limp mode reieved code p0300 reduced engine power on highway when accelerating"

— 2020 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 01/13/2021

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0300 on TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

33.3%
33.3%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2011
1
2015
1
2020
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0300 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026