2011 Toyota RAV4 Toyota RAV4 2011

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2011 Toyota RAV4 repairs by problem area

Engine (12%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (12%)

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2011 Toyota RAV4 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (57%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

88000 mi

US $350
Brakes - cannot remember exact issue - mechanic assured me it was a normal wear and tear. First noticed as a noise, then eventually could feel a slight vibration in steering wheel. I think I let it go too long, oops.???? 

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2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

65100 mi

C $460
Replace both parking brake cables as they are jammed. 
55000 mi

US $360
Dash warning lights; ABS, DSC, Brake. Next day, added Check engine, and 4wd. Happened twice, none since then. Dealer recommended replacing a $2140 brake actuator part. Would have to wait 7 to 10 days to receive the part. Express shipping NA. 
56700 mi

US $250
Initial troubleshooting by Stevens Creek Toyota inadequate! Used independent Toyota shop in Chico who diagnosed problem caused by faulty Brake relay. 
56000 mi

US $400
Replaced front pads and rotors 

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2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

5000 mi As delivered the parking brake would not hold the car if there was even a shallow slope. Dealer re-adjusted the parking brake to specification and solved the problem 
46000 mi

US $50
Replaced front disk brake pads 
106000 mi

US $1300
Pads and two rotors. 
165000 mi

US $1100
All rotors, pads, and rear calipers replaced. 
58000 mi

US $100
Rear brake pads bound in caliper, causing uneven premature wear and damaged rear disks. Replaced pads and disks. 

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2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

195000 mi

US $343
Grinding noise during braking. Front brake pads and rotors replaced 
235000 mi

US $500
Rear brake pads and rotors replaced 
86000 mi

US $350
Rear brakes and rotors 
69316 mi

C $600
Replaced rear emergency brake cables 
71300 mi

C $550
Front pads, rotors replaced 

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2011 Toyota RAV4 Brake Problems

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