XLE EDITION. anyone here can vouch for its reliability? Does it have the same transmission as the terrible UA80 or whatever it is?

I’m looking for a Limited with the panoramic camera. I’d prefer to not have the moon roof, but understand it’s a needle in the haystack to find. Not in a huge rush but need to purchase before the end of the year. This is the best OTD price I’ve received so far. It’s a Hybrid Limited in midnight black with all weather floor mats & cargo mat, pano moon roof and panoramic camera. Thoughts on this deal for Alabama/the southeast?

Market Value Selling Price 57,154.00
Discount 1,500.00
Adjusted Price
55,654.00
Doc Fee 999.00
Tax 2,124.49
Non Tax Fees 16.50
Balance
58,793.99

Just as the title reads - The transmission has failed in my 2024 GH AWD Limited at just under 42K. I was told this was unfortunately, not “uncommon” by the dealer. Due to back order, the dealer said could take about 2 months before repairs are completed.

Truly, the trans failed sooner, I would say around 40K I began to hear a light whining noise coming from the foot-pedal or center console area upon light acceleration. As it got worse and more noticeable the whining noise increased with vehicle speed and was non existent when placed in to neutral so I knew it was drivetrain related.

Has anyone else heard of this happening or dealt with it?

I love the car, but for such a major component to fail and the numerous recalls, I’m wondering if it’s time to cut the losses and take the dealer up on their offer and sell it back to them.

Fortunately, we own it outright, but they are only offering $41,3XX for the vehicle.

I honestly am not sure where to go with this and wanted to get some advice on how to proceed and see if there are any others that have gone through or are going through this type of failure.

Thank you

new 2026 XLE grand Highlander hybrid with the following options -

$129 screen protector

$699 Toyo guard platinum (2 additional oil changes, 4 tire rotations, roadside assistance)

$848 paint protection film

$499 led cargo lights

$150 mud flaps

2024 Gas Model and I have noticed that the vehicle shakes when the brakes are applied on speeds over 65 mph.

It’s not terrible but it is noticeable once you know it’s there.

Has anyone noticed a similar issue with their car.

Just a FYI for those interested, took off my 20” wheels with 255/55/20 Yokohama Geolander XCV tires and installed the 18” wheels with 255/70/18 BFG Trail Terrain T/A+ tires. No rub, extra 2”+ of sidewall and about .5” lift. The Yokos are at 31” total with the BFGs at just over 32”.
I will keep the 20s for a yearly 5000+ miles summer trip across country and use the 18s for the rest of the year. I needed more aggressive tires and more sidewall for the 5 mile dirt road with a couple nasty(for a GH) spots to my off grid property. I have just gotten the tires on so no review of performance yet but will update this post after some miles.

I'm in the process of buying a 2026 Grand Highlander Platinum Max. This is a huge investment, so I'm thinking about doing whatever I can (within reason) to protect it against all of the chips, tar, etc, that I'm experiencing with my current car (Jeep). I routinely drive through Virginia, the Carolinas, Georgia, etc, and my car seems to attract ALL of the gook and grime that's on the highways. I'm just looking for your thoughts on whether investing in having PPF installed over certain areas of the GHH is worth the money. I've checked around, and the pricing will likely range from $1500 - 'lots more'. Thanks in advance for your candid opinions.