2017 Toyota Highlander: recalls and problems

Unknown Or Other2026-09-21

The transmission had to be replaced. a warning message was displayed and we took the vehicle in and were told the transmission had to be replaced. toyota highlander transmission problems are most prominently reported in 2020–2022 v6 gas models using the ua80e 8-speed automatic transmission, as well as specific 2017–2019. the repair shop was aware of the issue and had replaced the transmission for other customers. sho

Power Train,Forward Collision Avoidance2026-09-21

customer support program ;; zjc....toyota has received reports about potential symptoms, such as a whine noise from the transmission while driving, harsh shifting, reduced power, , in the subject vehicles that are equipped with a model ua80 transmission. there is a possibility that a washer tab, designed to prevent the loosening of a nut inside the affected transmissions, was not sufficiently bent during assembly. t

Power Train2026-09-09

About a few weeks back we started noticing a whining noise while accelerating. for safety reason we are not using the truck for long distance driving. yes, the problem was able to reproduce by an independent mechanic and confirmed. has not been inspected by the manufacturer or any other. there are no warning lights on the dashboard.

Engine2026-08-27

My 2017 toyota highlander, vin [xxx], has just under 85,000 miles. i was notified at the dealership (stevinson toyota in lakewood colorado) who inspected the vehicle yesterday that the vehicle has developed a timing cover oil leak on the passenger side. after further research i learned this is caused by premature failure of the factory applied fipg sealant at the timing cover’s t junction. this is well documented as