Recommended Maintenance & Wear Parts for a 2016 Toyota Highlander
The common service parts a 2016 Toyota Highlander needs — typical replacement intervals, what to watch for, and where to buy each one. Confirm exact fitment by VIN before purchasing.
Toyota’s maintenance schedule for the 2016 Toyota Highlander lists the oil filter every 5,000 mi, engine air filter every 30,000 mi, cabin air filter every 30,000 mi and spark plugs every 120,000 mi. The other 11 parts below have no interval in that schedule and are replaced on condition; the ranges shown for them are general guidelines for all cars. TecDoc part numbers are on file for 13 of the 15 parts on the 2.7 L petrol, 4-cyl, 188 hp engine. NHTSA also lists 3 safety recalls for this model, most often for the electrical system (2).
Last updated: · Specs: NHTSA vPIC · Recalls: NHTSA
2016 Toyota Highlander maintenance & wear parts
Intervals marked OEM are manufacturer-recommended for this vehicle; the rest are typical guidelines. Your real schedule still varies by engine, trim and driving conditions — Always follow your owner's manual and confirm the exact part by VIN before buying.
| Part | System | Interval | Common signs | Part no. (TecDoc) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake Pads | Brakes | General: Every 40,000–70,000 km | Squeal, grinding, longer stops | P 83 145 BREMBO | Shop → |
| Brake Rotors | Brakes | General: With pads / if warped | Pedal pulsation, deep scoring | 09.C499.11 BREMBO | Shop → |
| Oil Filter | Engine | Every 5,000 mi OEM | Replaced with the oil | HU 7019 z MANN-FILTER | Shop → |
| Engine Air Filter | Engine | Every 30,000 mi OEM | Low MPG, weak acceleration | C 22 039 MANN-FILTER | Shop → |
| Cabin Air Filter | HVAC | Every 30,000 mi OEM | Weak airflow, musty smell | FP 1919 MANN-FILTER | Shop → |
| Spark Plugs | Ignition | Every 120,000 mi OEM | Rough idle, misfires | 96779 NGK | Shop → |
| 12V Battery | Electrical | General: Every 3–5 years | Slow crank, dim lights | YBX3030 YUASA | Shop → |
| Alternator | Electrical | General: As needed (no fixed interval) | Battery light, dimming lights | 11595N WAI | Shop → |
| Starter Motor | Electrical | General: As needed (no fixed interval) | Click on start, no-crank | 193423 FEBI BILSTEIN | Shop → |
| Wiper Blades | Exterior | General: Every 6–12 months | Streaking, chattering | 39-7650 MAXGEAR | Shop → |
| Headlight Bulbs | Lighting | General: As needed (when dim or out) | One side dim or burnt out | — | Shop → |
| Serpentine Belt | Engine | General: Every 80,000–160,000 km | Squeal on cold start, cracks | 6PK1250 GATES | Shop → |
| Fuel Filter | Fuel System | General: 50,000–100,000 km (or lifetime in-tank) | Hard start, hesitation | BVE207-360 BTAP | Shop → |
| Radiator | Cooling | General: As needed (leaks / overheating) | Overheating, coolant leak | — | Shop → |
| Water Pump | Cooling | General: Often done with the timing belt | Coolant leak, whine, overheat | WP0253 GATES | Shop → |
2016 Toyota Highlander specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 4860 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1930 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1730 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2790 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 2035 |
| Front Bumper to Windshield Base (mm) | 1230 |
| Side Glass Height (mm) | 390 |
| Side Glass Base to Rocker Panel (mm) | 890 |
| Roof Width Between Side Rails (mm) | 1150 |
| Front Overhang (mm) | 960 |
| Rear Overhang (mm) | 1110 |
| Front Track Width (mm) | 1630 |
| Rear Track Width (mm) | 1630 |
| Weight Distribution, Front/Rear (%) | 55/45 |
| Models Toyota offered in 2016 | 24 |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Canadian Vehicle Specifications. Linear dimensions in mm; weight in kg. Your exact build may vary by trim — decode your VIN to confirm.
Open recalls on the 2016 Toyota Highlander (3)
The NHTSA database lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Toyota Highlander, affecting: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer. Check whether yours is affected by your exact VIN.
| Component | Summary |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda) is recalling certain aftermarket Replacement Windshields sold for use in 2014-2018 Toyota Highlander vehicles. The windshields have … |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · WIRING | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander vehicles manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 16, 2016. The brake fluid level … |
| EQUIPMENT · OTHER | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying … |
See all recalls for the 2016 Toyota Highlander → · Source: NHTSA. Confirm by VIN before assuming a recall applies.
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How often should parts be replaced on a 2016 Toyota Highlander?
Toyota’s maintenance schedule for the 2016 Toyota Highlander lists the oil filter every 5,000 mi, engine air filter every 30,000 mi, cabin air filter every 30,000 mi and spark plugs every 120,000 mi. Parts not in that schedule, such as brake pads, are replaced when inspection shows wear.
What part numbers fit a 2016 Toyota Highlander?
For the 2.7 L petrol, 4-cyl, 188 hp engine, TecDoc lists brake pads BREMBO P 83 145, brake rotors BREMBO 09.C499.11, oil filter MANN-FILTER HU 7019 z and engine air filter MANN-FILTER C 22 039, among others; 13 of the 15 parts in the table have a catalogued number. Other engines of the same model year can need different parts.
What maintenance parts does a 2016 Toyota Highlander need?
The recurring service and wear parts are brake pads and rotors, the engine oil, air and cabin filters, spark plugs, the 12V battery, wiper blades, headlight bulbs and the serpentine belt; the alternator, starter, radiator and water pump are replaced when they fail.
Where can I buy parts for a 2016 Toyota Highlander?
Each row links to marketplace listings for that part on this 2016 Toyota Highlander. Confirm fit before buying: a VIN lookup resolves the engine and trim that decide which part number is correct.