2014–2019 Toyota Highlander Brake Pad and Rotor Specifications

Which Toyota Highlander model years does this cover?

These brakes specifications apply to every Toyota Highlander built from 2014 through 2019 — the XU50 (3rd generation), mid-size 3-row crossover suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander

• 2014Generation launch. Towing: 5,000 lbs V6 with factory tow package, 1,500 lbs 2.7L, 3,500 lbs hybrid
• 2016Limited Platinum trim expands; last year of the 2GR-FE and 6-speed
• 2017Facelift: 2GR-FKS (295 hp) + 8-speed automatic + stop-start, new SE trim, hybrid switches to 2GR-FXS (306 hp net) and expands to LE/XLE trims, Toyota Safety Sense P standard
• 2018–2019Carryover; these years are in the Denso fuel pump recall population

Anything special about servicing the brakes on a 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander?

Conventional foot-operated parking brake, no scan-tool service mode needed for rear pads. Hybrid regenerative braking means pads commonly last 60k+ mi..