Three problems related to adaptive cruise control have been reported for the 2021 Toyota Highlander. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2021 Toyota Highlander based on all problems reported for the 2021 Highlander.
2021 Toyota Highlander ua80 transmission failed at 100,000 miles. Codes p2808, p0741. Matches Toyota TSB-0160-18 and t-sb-0008-21. Dealer alexander Toyota and tms brand engagement denied goodwill. Tms rep stated "tsbs don't matter" despite pending class action pallaya v Toyota, case 2:25-cv-10458, which cites these tsbs as proof Toyota knew of defect. Toyota refusing to honor documented defect. Transmission slip/loss of power is safety issue. Request investigation.
Subject: transmission issue – 2021 Toyota Highlander dear NHTSA, I am reporting a serious transmission issue with my 2021 Toyota Highlander (82,000 miles). I recently took it to the dealership for an unusual noise, and they diagnosed a transmission failure, quoting over $9,000 for replacement and service. After researching, I discovered Toyota has known about transmission issues in the 2021 Highlander since at least 2021. I have always serviced my vehicle at the same dealership, yet they never informed me of this known defect. Instead, they waited until my warranty expired to disclose the issue, despite my repeated maintenance visits where I reported the noise. I also found a 2021 Toyota document acknowledging transmission problems in this model, and many other owners have reported the same issue. It seems dealerships avoided addressing this until warranties expired, leaving owners with massive repair costs. This raises serious concerns about Toyota’s handling of known defects. I urge the NHTSA to investigate and take action to protect consumers from unfair repair costs and potential safety risks.
I was driving 50 mph on 28 e in pineville, louisiana when I heard what sound like a gunshot. I pulled over and realized my sunroof exploded.
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