NHTSA Complaint #11625231 — 2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER POWER TRAIN

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11625231
Vehicle	2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	November 6, 2024
Date Filed	November 14, 2024
Mileage	54,471 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the check engine warning light illuminated and disappeared later in the evening. Additionally, the contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was a winding sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,471.

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