◆

2012 Toyota RAV4 repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (17%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (6%)

Select a problem area

Need advice about a specific Toyota RAV4 problem?

Chart based on 72 repairs.

See TSBs and recalls for the 2012 Toyota RAV4.

2012 Toyota RAV4 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (41%)

< $100 (44%)

See most expensive repairs

Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind.

Chart based on 64 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

See repairs for all Toyota RAV4 model years.

Toyota RAV4 in Arizona, United States Nov 2016 - Jan 2017
Dec 2016 49000 mi US $120	Ordered used Fuel Vapor Charcoal canister. Check engine light stays on and LSD light is flashing. I replaced the canister myself. That repaired the issue.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2022
Dec 2017 82000 mi US $600	Pads and rotors front and rear
Feb 2018 84000 mi US $300	Front pads & rotors
Nov 2021 113000 mi	Oil gasket repair
Jun 2022 118000 mi US $250	AC was blowing hot, Freon was recharged and seems as good as new. Passed a leak check.

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States May 2012 - Jun 2018
Jan 2013 9000 mi	Hood latch was out of adjustment. Hood moved up and down 1/2" while driving on the highway.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States May 2014 - May 2018
Oct 2014 24300 mi US $300	Hard crank, barely started
Sep 2017 44000 mi US $120	Battery died. After shopping around, went to Costco and bought one, installed it.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Oct 2015 - Feb 2022
May 2017 52700 mi C $1100	Tapping sound in right front of engine for about two weeks got worse. Bearings gone in water pump.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2018
Apr 2017 42000 mi	oil leak, timing chain gasket covered under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Mar 2015 - Jan 2022
Mar 2017 50000 mi US $400	replaced front brakes
Jan 2022 90000 mi US $1100	Replaced 3 out of 4 hub assemblies due to loud noise

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2018
Jan 2017 40000 mi US $171	Replace failing battery

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2021
Jul 2015 54300 mi US $50	Passenger rear seat moves and squeaks under normal driving when nobody is in it. Full repair cost $475 but we paid $50 with the CPO warranty. Issue still remains....

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2016 - Jun 2022
Jun 2016 34100 mi C $400	Rear shocks were leaking. Replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2022
Sep 2014 30000 mi	shock leaks-replaced shock
Dec 2017 91000 mi US $400	Leaking shock
Mar 2020 140000 mi US $230	Clip that held in control knobs broke-replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jan 2013 - Jul 2017
Jul 2015 24800 mi	Front brakes pads, rotors and callipers, rear brakes, rotor and pads.
Jul 2017 45880 mi C $165	Four brakes and rotors were worn, repaired under parts warranty, repair cost is just labour.

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Apr 2012 - Sep 2021
Dec 2015 39060 mi	rear differential was leaking oil, passenger side seal was changed under warranty
Mar 2021 74400 mi C $650	Replace differential seal for the 3rd time, and transfert case seal along with parking brake cable

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Mar 2012 - Sep 2012
Aug 2012 6180 mi	Rattle from console

Toyota RAV4 in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada Jun 2020 - Jun 2022
Oct 2020 88040 mi	Replaced driver side ball joint.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2017 - Mar 2020
Mar 2018 53320 mi C $600	New lower control arm and bushing

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016 44000 mi US $150	Battery went while we were on vacation. Had AAA come out and replace battery.
Mar 2018 60000 mi	60k including replace rear wiper blades, brake fluid flush, fuel injection cleaner, replaced rear brake pads and resurfaced rotors

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Feb 2016 - Feb 2017
Jul 2016 41620 mi C $135	Positive Terminal highly corroded. Replaced battery and terminal
Nov 2016 45260 mi C $78	Transmission slipping between 2 & 3. Toyota warranty replaced entire transmission.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2016
May 2013 5300 mi	Replaced stone guard on left rear door area. The stone guard was improperly applied with air bubbles under it. As the winter progressed road salt got in the pockets and started to lift the guard.
Jun 2014 20000 mi	Lumbar rod improperly positioned in front of lumbar support, repositioned to behind support.
Aug 2014 21000 mi	Rattles in rear compartment and center consul.
Jun 2015 33000 mi	Replaced drivers seat cushion and cover, premature collapse. Installed center dash rattle kit. Lubed sun roof for squeak.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2022
Apr 2014 16000 mi	Engine losing coolant as indicated in the reservoir. Exactly the same issue I had with my 2006 RAV4 Limited V-6 engine; you can smell coolant after driving and then parking in the garage. Dealer topped off coolant reservoir.
Mar 2017 51000 mi	Removed and replaced transmission under warranty for transmission noise TSB. Dealer had replaced transmission a month earlier but it had a bad seal which caused a leak. Dealer pulled transmission, replaced factory seal, and reinstalled. No issues since. Noise gone.
May 2018 71000 mi US $2000	Rear main engine seal

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2012 - Sep 2014
Jan 2014 4820 mi C $77	the indicator light for engine and auto LSD came on. Took it in to the dealer, no major problem, but I needed a new fuel sensor.
May 2014 10540 mi	Engine sensor replaced. at no cost under waranty

Toyota RAV4 in North Carolina, United States Mar 2014 - Apr 2014
Apr 2014 53000 mi	The head gasket had a leak. The dealer made the repairs under power-train warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Puerto Rico Jan 2013 - Mar 2017
Mar 2016 39000 mi US $98	Replace Dead battery
Apr 2016 39700 mi	Replaced rear shock absorber, both were leaking grease.

Toyota RAV4 in South Carolina, United States Jan 2013 - Oct 2020
May 2017 52000 mi US $350	water pump replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia (nation) Jul 2013 - Aug 2018
Aug 2017 35340 mi $220	Driver side air conditioning was not working. This was after I had the recall service done to the car at the same dealer. Of course they Denied they did anything wrong. They did a complete re-charge and added dye. I recently had the AC inspected there are no leaks and it is full so I’m still suspicious the dealer did something.
Mar 2018 22940 mi $100	Battery

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Aug 2021 82000 mi US $800	Rear brakes and shocks replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States May 2012 - Oct 2016
Jun 2012 2000 mi	Twice the engine has revved up to 6-7k then died. It would start correctly the next time. The dealer did verify that I did have a high rev but said it was much lower than that.
Sep 2014 27000 mi	(4 Trips) - Asked what I could do about the mirror swivel corrosion issue. End result after 4 trips they installed a new mirror. "A one time good faith" thing I was told. I never did get an answer and the passenger side is also corroding.
Apr 2016 47800 mi US $100	Added a transmission cooler

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jan 2015 - Jun 2022
Nov 2021 131440 mi C $200	replaced front right wheel bearing

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada May 2014 - Dec 2021
Oct 2020 93000 mi C $100	Driver side rear differential seal started leaking earlier in 2020. Eventually the leak was substantial enough to warrant replacement of both output drive shaft seals (where CV drive shaft enters the differential). Both seals and the differential fluid were replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2016 - Jul 2017
Aug 2016 74100 mi	AC recharge
Jul 2017 81000 mi US $200	replaced brake pads

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2012 - Dec 2021
Sep 2012 3720 mi	Actuator motor in HVAC failed.
Oct 2012 3920 mi	It took two trips to the dealer and almost two months to get the right part in, but the HVAC actuator is fixed now. Took all day to do the work as well once they got the right motor.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2012 - Dec 2014
May 2013 13020 mi	hand brake was not holding and the pedal seemed soft
Dec 2014 32240 mi	wheel bearing replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Kentucky, United States Dec 2014 - Sep 2019
Jan 2018 109654 mi US $547	Fluid was leaking from the front differential. Had local repair shop refuse the work due to the removal of the drive shaft and other torque spec components. Recommended dealership service. The seal assembly had to be replaced.
Feb 2018 110108000 mi US $250	Left front wheel bearing had to be replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Trinidad and Tobago Aug 2011 - Sep 2014
Feb 2012 1640 mi	Problem with the radio volume controls (both steering mounted and the knob on the unit).

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada May 2016 - Jul 2017
Oct 2016 48980 mi C $360	Rear shock absorbers leaking, excessive body roll when cornering

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Jul 2014 - Mar 2016
Oct 2015 38500 mi US $2	Rare view mirror fell off, just glued it back.

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Jan 2015 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017 44640 mi C $190	Replaced rear differential coupling Replaced left rear axel oil seal
Oct 2017 108810 mi C $470	Replaced front pads and rotors
Mar 2018 52700 mi C $450	Replaced rear rotors and pads

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Aug 2015 - Mar 2018
Apr 2017 66000 mi US $425	A normal brake job on the front axel was done at about 56000 miles. By an independent shop. Only Front rotors were turned. New OEM pads were installed on the front axel only. All brake lines flushed with new brake fluid. Original pads on rear axel are 10/32 inch (about) 80 percent good.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
Jul 2016 26500 mi	driver side window was scraping, dealer re tightened screws

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada May 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2017 51460 mi	Oxygen sensor replaced
Dec 2021 82460 mi C $900	driveshaft replacement

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2015 - Sep 2017
May 2017 50840 mi C $866	02 sensor and MAF sensor

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Arizona, United States May 2017 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017 34000 mi US $3000	Transaxle leak noticed during an oil change. No warning, no engine light. Wouldn't have known until all the fluid was gone. We took it right away to the Toyota dealership that did the repair for $3,000. No longer felt safe in this car, replaced it.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Feb 2013 - Aug 2020
Aug 2020 198000 mi	Blown head gasket

Toyota RAV4 in Oklahoma, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2022
Sep 2011 7000 mi US $50	have been out of town each time "low tire pressure" warning light comes on. Now it is on full time. I will return to the dealer and get repaired once I am in my home town for a few consecutive days.
Mar 2012 17000 mi	reset TPMS
Aug 2012 25100 mi US $200	nearly every time I have tires removed for rotation, flat tire (have had 3 incidents, comprising 2 different tires) - a bolt breaks when lug nut is removed. Firestone was last shop car in - they suggested replacing multiple lugs.
Dec 2012 28000 mi	Battery died - still under warranty. Replacement required - no charge.
May 2013 31200 mi US $59	found one lug missing on each of back tires today while doing tire rotation.
Jan 2018 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.????
Apr 2018 92000 mi US $200	Replaced battery. Called out AAA to jump car, and battery tested low with a cell or two depleted. I think i’d been leaving an interior light on...oops

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Sep 2016 - Oct 2017
Oct 2017 65100 mi C $460	Replace both parking brake cables as they are jammed.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2015
Jan 2013 16000 mi	Heater takes FOREVER to put out heat when weather is cold, and fan must be run on high to adequately heat cabin. Dealer could not find a problem. In troubleshooting he left the cover off the cabin air filter, jamming glovebox open.

Toyota RAV4 in Oregon, United States Jan 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2017 62000 mi	Whine from rear diff, dealer installed noise insulation pads to decrease noise. Noise decreased to insignificant but not inaudible levels Recall for sear belt repair Wiper linkage recall
May 2021 92000 mi US $400	Replaced shock, springs and struts Replaced water pump, belts and tensioner

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Sep 2015 - Oct 2019
Jun 2016 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.
Aug 2016 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.
Dec 2017 69516 mi US $275	Replaced worn rear shock absorbers.
Jan 2018 71000 mi US $400	Replaced worn front struts.

Toyota RAV4 in Nevada, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2022
Nov 2014 25000 mi	shock absorber (leaking)
Aug 2017 50000 mi US $600	Rear engine mounts (n=2) cracked.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2016 - Apr 2016
Mar 2016 50000 mi US $228	Leaking right rear shock absorber

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018 56000 mi US $400	Replaced front pads and rotors

Toyota RAV4 in New Mexico, United States Dec 2010 - Apr 2012
Apr 2011 8300 mi	Bluetooth quit working Rattle from passenger seat belt adjuster
Aug 2011 10000 mi	New radio ordered and installed. Seat belt tensioners replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in New Hampshire, United States May 2017 - Nov 2017
Aug 2017 84000 mi US $200	Technician dropped the transmission pan to examine for shavings and replaced all fluid
Oct 2017 84000 mi	The selling dealer inspecting same work done at Hurlbert to confirm transaxle whine and follow up to Toyota Corp

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2015
Feb 2015 40700 mi US $300	replaced 02 Oxygen sensor

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Mar 2015 - Jan 2022
Mar 2015 48000 mi	Oxygen sensor

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2016
Jun 2014 48000 mi US $11	I replaced the right front headlight (low beam).

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2014 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016 71920 mi C $115	replaced receiver door control with used part

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2022
Jun 2011 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
May 2013 32000 mi US $160	Left rear shock absorber leaked most of the oil out. Right rear shock also starting to leak. Dealer did not alert us (during Toyota care) before 24K/24Mo. warranty expired.
Apr 2021 111000 mi US $300	Alternator failed and was replaced.
May 2022 119000 mi US $60	Noisy, clunky rear shock absorbers replaced

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Nov 2011 - Sep 2019
Feb 2012 2000 mi	Heated leather seats (non factory) were installed prior to delivery. After checking out the rear seat middle passenger seat belt, it was not working. Dealer installed bolt to secure the belt and insure working order.

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2014
Jun 2013 67000 mi US $250	One rear shock absorber was leaking

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2016
Jan 2014 75500 mi US $1400	"Check engine", 4WD, traction lights came on. Dealer said "water in evap system"; couldn't explain what or why this occurred, but said 4WD wouldn't work unless we did repair. Were on a long trip, so we agreed to the repair.

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Jan 2017 - Jun 2022
Jul 2017 106000 mi US $1300	Fluid change. Fluid change. Pads and two rotors. Throttle body cleaning.
Apr 2018 129000 mi US $750	Alternator and belt replaced
Aug 2020 165000 mi US $1100	All rotors, pads, and rear calipers replaced.
Mar 2021 172000 mi US $500	Replaced original struts and shocks.

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Mar 2015 - May 2022
Jun 2016 58000 mi US $100	Rear brake pads bound in caliper, causing uneven premature wear and damaged rear disks. Replaced pads and disks.

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Aug 2016 - Feb 2022
Feb 2018 139000 mi US $600	Struts

Toyota RAV4 in North Carolina, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017 52000 mi US $175	rear shocks

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
Nov 2017 46000 mi US $50	Replaced front disk brake pads
Apr 2022 62000 mi US $600	Air conditioning condenser needed repair as well as some other A/C parts.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2011 - Apr 2018
Jun 2011 1860 mi	AC compressor faulty, no AC at all Air conditioning stopped working, car is just over a month old. Dealer claims it is the compressor.
Jan 2013 21080 mi C $90	Transmission failed to engage in drive or reverse when cold. Dealer says the transmission needs replacement. Transmission failed to engage when cold, transmission replaced. Dealer rushed repair to save on rental costs, returned vehicle out of alignment and with loose steering components. Returned vehicle for follow up repairs.
Nov 2013 33480 mi	Rear differential seals leaking, deal replaced both seals. Problem might be due to poor design, differential vent becomes plugged (under seemingly normal conditions) and does not vent pressure resulting in blown seals.
Dec 2013 34100 mi	Rear door latch would not close when cold, dealer replaced latch mechanism.
May 2014 40920 mi	Front struts were leaking, dealer replaced both struts. Rear differential seal blown. Front windshield stress crack through heating element. Dealer would not cover glass despite evidence of manufacturer defect (stress due to heating element).
Jun 2014 41540 mi	Rear differential seals blown again.
Apr 2015 56300 mi	Strut bearing plate and bushings worn / damaged. They declined at first, cost would be $850. I went through CAMVAP and Toyota agreed to cover it, it is scheduled for repair this week. Strut bearing plate / bushing was replaced, and it wasn't the issue. I had them look at the sway bar linkages (which is what I had originally brought the vehicle in for) and it turns out they were the issue.
Jun 2015 58900 mi	Rear shock replaced, leaking oil. Dealer inspected due to noise in rear of vehicle. Noise is still present after repair.
Oct 2015 68200 mi	Rear shock mounting plate separated from hub. Same shock recently repaired, dealer did not fasten bolts properly. Dismounted shock and mount damaged rear axle and multilink suspension. Rear wheel bearings developed play and noise. Could be related to extensive damaged caused by shock mount failure at highway speeds.
Jun 2017 93000 mi C $200	Front and rear oxygen sensors replaced, only front was faulty but system was reporting rear sensor code. Windows stuck open, extensive troubleshooting showed normal wiring and switches, all fuses and relays okay. Manually rolled up each window using small battery and wiring harness. Resetting the ECU seemed to clear the problem (disconnecting battery) although no codes were present.
Apr 2018 119040 mi C $200	Replaced rear shocks Replaced driver side cv axle due to outer boot failure. Toyota wanted $750 for axle and $180 for boot kit. Found aftermarket axle for $140.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Mar 2011 - Nov 2017
Feb 2014 33160 mi	leaky seal.
Jul 2014 35320 mi	whining tranny when hitting 60 kms/hr humming noise takes over road noise
Oct 2014 39040 mi	tranny whinining from 40 to 60 kms/hrs and engine rpm at 1200 approx. Noise became cabin invasive. Extended warranty covered work to get a new transmission.

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Mar 2016 - Jul 2018
Mar 2016 54560 mi C $250	Rear right side axle seal leak
Jul 2017 68200 mi C $1800	Faulty AC compressor.

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Feb 2014 - May 2021
Oct 2017 56000 mi US $450	Fog light bulb Rear stabilizer bar. Made clunking noise, driveable

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2018
Oct 2016 56300 mi US $300	Rear shocks replacement after they started leaking.

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States May 2014 - Sep 2020
Dec 2016 131000 mi US $280	Oxygen sensor
May 2017 142000 mi US $400	Compressor had to be replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Mar 2015 - Jan 2022
Mar 2021 68000 mi US $1000	Automatic door locks

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Dec 2010 - Mar 2012
May 2011 6200 mi	Blutooth microphone did not function since delivery. Device was a port-installed accessory (included on factory window sticker but a 3rd party part.) New bluetooth microphone arrived and was installed.

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Mar 2018 - Sep 2023
Jul 2019 175000 mi US $235	Oxygen sensor
Aug 2020 195000 mi US $343	Grinding noise during braking. Front brake pads and rotors replaced
Oct 2020 199000 mi US $348	Replace noisy water pump
Aug 2022 235000 mi US $1420	Struts and shocks Rear brake pads and rotors replaced

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Nov 2013 - Oct 2021
Jan 2014 21000 mi	2 oxygen sensors went bad, first bank 1 sensor 2 then a few days later bank 1 sensor 1. Both were replaced under warranty at no cost.
Jun 2015 41000 mi	I found a nice puddle of water on the driver's side floor mat, and discovered the AC hose drain was clogged. I blew it out with some compressed air, and dried out the carpet. I found a nice puddle of water on the driver's side floor mat, and discovered the AC hose drain was clogged. I blew it out with some compressed air, and dried out the carpet.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Dec 2011 - Oct 2018
Dec 2013 25420 mi	Started vehicle, foot on brake, engine immediately revved to 6,000 RPM+ and stayed there until I turned vehicle off. Next start attempt OK. A week later, same thing. Took to dealer concerned about "unintended acceleration". Nothing found.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018 86000 mi US $350	Rear brakes and rotors

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2013 - Jan 2016
Aug 2013 35000 mi	Front, driver door window seal failed to stay in place. Window seal was ordered and took almost two weeks to get into shop. Was replaced in about 2 hours under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in New Hampshire, United States Mar 2017 - May 2017
May 2017 80000 mi US $535	Coil injector #4 died, replaced spark plugs as well, price included a syn oil change

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States May 2013 - Mar 2015
Nov 2014 31300 mi	TPS monitor light was on but no low tires. Took it to the dealer to schedule a repair. They asked if I checked the spare. Oops. They filled the spare and the light went off.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016 58900 mi C $200	Battery changed
May 2018 71300 mi C $550	Front pads, rotors replaced
Jan 2022 99200 mi C $300	Sparkplugs changed due to engine missfiring and engine light on

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Nov 2011 - Aug 2017
Feb 2012 1020 mi	Cig Lighter power outlet. Became detached after using with some very tight male power plugs.
Mar 2012 1860 mi	Pass door slightly hard to close have given up trying to get it successfully repaired.
Nov 2014 21080 mi	Very infrequently, when turning on the AC this past summer, the AC emitted and continued to emit hot air rather than cold. The dealer could not reproduce or find the problem in shop. Definitely happened a few times but unable to diagnose.
Nov 2015 28380 mi C $400	Rear shocks leaking - replaced R & R Transmission, Reseal side cover (leaking)

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015 46500 mi C $50	Rear differential vent was seized. Part was replaced.
Dec 2017 64480 mi C $800	Replaced rear shock assembly (leaking). Replaced rear differential vent (seized).
Apr 2018 69316 mi C $600	Replaced rear emergency brake cables

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2013 - Jun 2017
Dec 2016 55800 mi	Logging a transmission whine sound.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Mar 2012 - Dec 2014
Jun 2012 52000 mi	Faulty CD Player Replaced with New unit.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Dec 2011 - Sep 2013
Jan 2012 6300 mi	Zero point calibration needed to be performed, as all air bag lights were tripped. This is an occaisional issue on Toyotas that may not be set up correctly from the factory.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2023
Jul 2013 9200 mi	Radio unit would occasionally display unreadable characters. To clear the problem required the car to be shut off and power down radio unit. Dealer replaced unit.
Nov 2018 38842 mi US $370	Rear shocks replaced due to one leaking

Toyota RAV4 in Delaware, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2014
Feb 2012	Driver's seat was broken
May 2012 5600 mi	The driver seat moves slightly and makes noise when braking and accelerating. The service manager told me "that's how they are" and then offered to show my another new 2011 that he claimed did the same thing.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Dec 2017 - Jan 2022
Mar 2018 134000 mi US $1100	AC compressor went out

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Mar 2012 - Jun 2022
May 2013 31000 mi	replaced rear door seal, rattle in passenger door
Aug 2013 32000 mi	Recently car developed shudder when transmission shifts into reverse and drive from park. Technician advised nothing can be done until problem is worse (as only solution is to replace transmission).
Mar 2016 63000 mi US $150	the mechanism that releases the third row seats and allows them to fold into the floor has broken on both seats. this is the second time this has happened.
Dec 2017 85000 mi	rear coupler failed causing grinding ,replaced coupling sub assembly
May 2018 92000 mi US $500	Replaced front struts
Apr 2022 135000 mi US $1400	Needed new alternator and battery
Jun 2022 136000 mi US $800	Replace drivers side wheel bearing

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2012 36000 mi	Replace radio, worked but readout was sometimes gibberish

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Oct 2012
Sep 2012 35960 mi	Had to add coolant,1l/2weeks.No sign of external leaks.4 trips to dealer still no fix. Also transmission,drive shaft,left front axle,rear shocks,sunroof seal,front brake pads were replaced in the 2 years that I owned the truck.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Nov 2012 - Jun 2022
Jan 2013 13400 mi US $130	Replaced Battery
Feb 2015 24000 mi	Left rear shock leaking. Replaced under extended warranty.
Sep 2017 35000 mi US $500	Replaced front brake pads and flushed brake fluid.
Nov 2021 48996 mi US $320	Brake fluid flush. Preventive maintenance,

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Feb 2011 - Jun 2013
Dec 2012 39680 mi C $200	Leaking rear shock absorber replaced.
Mar 2013 41540 mi	Replace leaking rear crank seal.

Toyota RAV4 in Utah, United States Jun 2013 - Mar 2016
Aug 2013 36700 mi	Radio would turn off at least once a trip. Dealer replaced it under warranty in about 40 minutes.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Apr 2014 - Mar 2017
Jun 2016 45260 mi	Leaking water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Nov 2012 - Jun 2019
Jun 2014 47000 mi	noisy final drive in transmission. Re: TSB 2012-13
Dec 2014 52000 mi US $125	Rear brakes "pop" after reversing and then moving forward. A slight jerk can also be felt when the noise occurs. Dealer could not duplicate. CD player will not load or eject a disk. Price quoted to replace head unit was $2200. Will replace with aftermarket unit. Update: a few years later it started working again. A loose connection somewhere?

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 20800 mi	Replaced fuel filter
Jun 2018 74000 mi US $1300	New front rotors/pads. Rear rotor resurface/new pads. Brake system flush. Replaced serpentine belt due to excessive wear and glazing. Desludge engine

Toyota RAV4 in Nova Scotia, Canada Jan 2010 - Apr 2013
Jun 2012 31620 mi	Blower motor developed an intermittent "won't go".

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Nov 2009 - Apr 2017
Jul 2015 49300 mi US $230	4 wheel drive lock would not release

Toyota RAV4 in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada Jul 2014 - Jul 2022
Mar 2016 63240 mi C $120	My passenger (right) rear caliper not modulating properly/sticking if the parking break is applied especially after exposed to moisture. The parts inspected and cleaned. Parking break adjusted. Issue still exists.
Aug 2016 67000 mi C $1300	Brake pad, rotors etc. and parking brake cable/cover and two recall items.
Jan 2017 63460 mi C $280	- Seized parts. Slides, pins, boots etc. Brakes were not grabbing.
May 2018 104780 mi C $968	Rear differential seal replaced. Front brakes were worn. Rotors and pads were replaced. Exhaust. Toyota specific seal in exhaust system was gone making vehicle loud.
Jun 2020 113460 mi C $807	Rear Axle had to be replaced. Rear pads and disks replaced.
Jun 2021 125860 mi C $600	Spark plugs and coils replaced. All of them
Sep 2021 128960 mi C $460	Front driver's side strut replaced.
Oct 2021 133920 mi C $400	Front strut was replaced and front sway bar end link.
Apr 2022 140430 mi C $685	Front brake pads and rotors Front hub assembly Replace front wheel bearings

Toyota RAV4 in Arizona, United States Jun 2010 - Jan 2012
Oct 2011 26800 mi	glove compartment door would not shut tight

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2017
Aug 2011 10000 mi	Factory installed trailer lighting wiring not working. Converter failed on first use of trailer lights.
Feb 2012 16000 mi	Part of the rear window defroster stopped working.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2010 - May 2018
Dec 2010 4960 mi	Awful creaking noises in interior. Seems to be multiple sources & sounds like Morse code tapping. Dropped off car & asked if they needed me to point out noise..they said no. Went back & tech said didn't hear anything. Issue not addressed.
Apr 2011 9300 mi	Car making awful rattling noise from centre console & creaking from driver & passenger B pillars. Insisted I went for test drive with tech & he was able to hear noises. Shims installed in console, but did not fix noise. B pillars not fixed.
Aug 2011 14880 mi	Console & B pillar rattles still exist & have become worse with time. Rattles can now be heard with radio turned up. Dealer confirmed noise exists & claimed rattles were fixed. Found rattles persist on drive home. Issues not fixed again.
Feb 2012 22080 mi	Rav went in again for chronic rattles. Left the car with the dealer for 3 days to diagnose. Rattles have all appear to be fixed.
Sep 2012 31000 mi	Rattles have returned since last visit. Tech attempted to fix rattles, however, they still persist.
Dec 2013 49600 mi	Vehicle was sluggish and did not feel as responsive as normal. Dealer indicated computer problem with MAF sensor. Computer reset appears to have fixed issue.
Mar 2017 91760 mi	Paint randomly pealing on roof above windshield. Dealer would not cover under warranty.
Jun 2017 96100 mi C $1150	Rotors, pads replaced all around. Battery needed to be replaced.
Oct 2017 99820 mi	Brakes squealing loudly after dealer replaced pads and rotors all around. Also, squealing noise when backing up. No parts replaced, but dealer claimed to have fixed issues. Issues persist.
Nov 2017 102920 mi	Brought vehicle in again for squeaking brakes. Concenered that replacement brakes weren’t genuine OEM, as brakes have never squealed before after replacing. Tech lubed brakes. Problem still persists.
Mar 2018 106020 mi	Paint continues to randomly peel. Took in to show dealer paint defect. Dealer refuses to acknowledge there is a paint defect and will not fix.

Toyota RAV4 in Saskatchewan, Canada Oct 2010 - Oct 2017
Oct 2010 620 mi	Some paint issue on the hood that looked exactly like edge mapping: http://pc.dupont.com/dpc/en/US/html/visitor/s/trouble/PDSG_EdgeMapSolvent.html We refused to accept delivery. Dealer swapped hood with another RAV4.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Feb 2011 - Jul 2018
Dec 2016 67000 mi US $70	Rear passenger side sway bar Link broke causing clunking when going over bumps. I replaced both sway links myself since no special tools needed.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada May 2014 - Jun 2022
Dec 2015 71300 mi	recall on electric window control that has caused rare fires
Aug 2017 83700 mi C $990	Parking brake was stuck. Required overhall of entire parking brake and cleaning or rear wheels.
Mar 2018 84320 mi	Rear magnetic wheel power unit
Apr 2020 89900 mi C $3200	The drive shaft needed replacement as did the front right control arm
Jul 2021 97960 mi C $850	replace rear shock absorbers (wear and tear)

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Sep 2016 - Jun 2022
Nov 2021 80000 mi US $250	Battery replacement.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2022
Jan 2017 100000 mi US $500	Normal Maintenance to include new spark plugs and pcv valve

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017 94000 mi US $150	Rear brake rotors and pads

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2022
Jun 2017 101000 mi US $600	Rough dirt road knocked alignment way out. Had done the recall change to non-adjustable tie rods, so had to replace those with aftermarket adjustables.

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Oct 2015 - Oct 2017
May 2015 65720 mi C $1000	replaced both front shock plus alignement.
May 2017 127100 mi C $2500	Both u-joint failiure. replacement of the drive shaft

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017 122000 mi US $250	Water pump started to make noise. Replaced water pump

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017	trans replaced for whining noise under Platimum Warranty

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2018
Feb 2017 35000 mi	rear stabilizer rods

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2010 - Jun 2018
Apr 2014 29440 mi	Internal clutch failure on transmission. May be related to a previous accident, however no external evidence of that meant it had to be covered under warranty. New transmission installed under base warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2014 - Sep 2017
Jan 2014 49600 mi C $50	Front windshield washer pump died. Replaced pump, works properly again.
Jul 2017 81220 mi C $900	Both front wheel bearings worn out and making noise. Both replaced with new parts.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2022
Jun 2016 43000 mi US $250	valve cover leak, gasket replaced
Oct 2016 46200 mi US $900	left and right strut replacement (front), left and right shock replacement (rear). Only right strut and right shock were in need of replacement, but they were replaced in pairs.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018 86800 mi C $180	Check engine light came on, no noticeable change in performance. Was diagnosed as downstream [oxygen] sensor, which I had replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Arkansas, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016 136000 mi US $620	Left front shock absorber seal was blown and leaking fluid. Replaced both front shocks and struts.

Toyota RAV4 in Missouri, United States Feb 2011 - Aug 2019
Mar 2016 87000 mi US $650	Bad front passenger side wheel bearing. Bearing replaced, problem fixed.
Jul 2017 102000 mi US $200	Replaced Alternator

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States May 2010 - Sep 2016
Jan 2014 126200 mi US $400	Front passenger tire had to have new bearings put in.
Jul 2014 144200 mi US $285	Had to replace what is known as the pathetic charcoal filter for when a person overfills their tank. Toyota wanted 1000 just for the part!!
Oct 2015 180300 mi US $300	Wheel bearing on front wheel
Dec 2015 187000 mi US $400	Radiator hose leaked. Needed new hose Wheel bearing, other front wheel

Toyota RAV4 in Tennessee, United States May 2015 - Jul 2016
Feb 2016 59000 mi	Engine went into limp mode causing drive-ability problems due to a vacuum hose that would not say seated. Dealer just glued the hose in place so it would not slip out again.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2016 - Apr 2016
Apr 2016 65000 mi US $1363	Rear sway bar links broken Dash lights for 4WD, Skidding, Engine comes on after every rain. Cruise Control doesn't work. Wanted to replace 2 modules

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Oct 2014 - Jan 2022
Nov 2016 106700 mi US $250	Alternator and rib belt replaced
Mar 2018 117000 mi US $8	Replaced driver side headlight

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Dec 2009 - Sep 2011
Nov 2010 7000 mi	Door ajar light remained on with all doors closed. Detector switch in the tailgate was missing (disappeared?), reinstalled under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada May 2014 - Nov 2017
Jun 2014 43400 mi C $50	Washer fluid pump died, replaced pump.

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Nov 2009 - Jul 2012
Dec 2011 6000 mi	rear view mirror was slightly loose. dealer found attaching bolt was loose. tightened and was fixed.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2022
Mar 2010	Codes P0441 and P2420. Evap. emission pressure switching valve is stuck off - charcoal canister replacement. Replaced charcoal canister. Part#: 77740-0R010

Toyota RAV4 in Louisiana, United States Sep 2013 - Dec 2017
Dec 2016 74000 mi US $250	Replaced rear brake pads and performed alignment.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Dec 2009 - Jan 2022
Jun 2010 3000 mi	right rear cargo carrier cap came off. dealer ordered incorrect replacement and sent correct replacement afterward, no charge. Replaced cap on personally instead of dealership
Sep 2021 127000 mi US $1300	replaced shocks and struts and realignment front struts were loose even though under one year old so had to be replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2010 - Mar 2018
Oct 2010 1240 mi	Upon delivery and pick-up of new vehicle I noticed a 3 inch long vertical black streak on rear bumper. Was underneath the clearcoat so bumper had to be repainted.
Jun 2012 15500 mi	radio/CD would spontaneously turn off and eject CD when some of the pre-set radio station buttons were pressed.
Feb 2013 23240 mi	Check engine and vehicle skid dash lights lit up. Took to dealership. They say that the series of OBD codes according to a TSB indicate moisture in the charcoal canister. Several parts were replaced and added.
Jul 2017 58900 mi C $700	replaced front brake pads and rotors

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Sep 2014 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022 124000 mi US $450	Alternator failed

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012 15000 mi	Fuel door sticking. Door was adjusted.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 50000 mi	The rack and pinion gearing was replaced under warranty. The problem was found by the dealer. I didn't know there was a problem.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2013
Jun 2010 2000 mi	Check engine light illuminated, along with other warning lights. My wife took the Rav4 to the dealer. They said the gas cap was not tight enough, so they tightened it. The warning lights are now out. The problem hasn't recurred.

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Dec 2009 - Sep 2012
Nov 2010 6000 mi	Water leaks into the rear trunk. It's fixed after replace the rear door sealing rubber.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2010 - Sep 2014
Jun 2013 13640 mi	Master cylinder failure

Toyota RAV4 in West Virginia, United States Oct 2009 - Mar 2016
Mar 2014 50000 mi	CD Player broken
Jun 2015 70000 mi US $250	Replaced water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2021
Feb 2012 36900 mi	Gas cap flap would not spring open after release
Aug 2013 62000 mi	Replaced noisy camshaft gears per TSB. Dealer replaced no charge even though mileage was slightly over 60,000 mile power train warrenty limit.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2009 - Mar 2011

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Nov 2009 - Nov 2021
Feb 2016 82000 mi	Doors do not close well. They are sluggish and require a significant push resulting in frequent partial closures. This has been a problem since new but much worse. Doors also do not have stop points so holding the door when exiting is req
Nov 2016 103200 mi US $722	Water pump, leak was so small it seems that the recommendation was just to make revenue
Nov 2017 132000 mi	Passenger rear seat failed to recline. Interior mechanism was bent. We don't know how. Repair required significant parts and labor so we decided not to repair. Total cost near $1000
Oct 2018 144000 mi US $1792	The rear differential had to be rebuilt. Ugg
Jan 2021 163000 mi	Overdrive produces vibration between 35 and 45 mph. Works in 3rd so I decided not to repair. My mechanic said this is a known issue and it might run in 3rd for years. Alternator loud whine. Shop said it could go for months or not. Decided to run it out.

Toyota RAV4 in New Hampshire, United States Jul 2013 - Mar 2017
Mar 2015 74000 mi US $300	Driver side third row seat belt reel failed and was replaced.
Jan 2017 116700 mi US $400	Radio failed. Was replaced with aftermarket unit.

Toyota RAV4 in Brazil Jun 2013 - Sep 2016
Oct 2013 19000 mi $750	Pulley replacement. Noisy engine even at full stop. It happened two weeks after the 30,000 km revision.
Apr 2015 25620 mi $450	The back part of the car presented several clicks and other unpleasant noises, especially during off-road trips. Several clips were replaced and tha audio insulation revamped according to the dealer.
Jul 2016 34720 mi $1000	The air heating system failed. Steering system lubricant leakage.
Sep 2016 34720 mi $200	The AC compressor was replaced. Battery died and was replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 85000 mi US $1407	Lights on dashboard - Trac. control, Check Engine and 4WD. Plus cruise control stopped working. Took car to dealer. Assessed the problem to be with charcoal canister, pipes, and filler-pipe. Entire system had to be replaced for $1400+!

Toyota RAV4 in Vermont, United States Dec 2013 - Jul 2022
Dec 2014 56000 mi US $400	O2 Sensors (2) replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States May 2014 - Jun 2018
Jul 2014 45300 mi US $225	The compressor had to be replaced.
Jun 2017 81000 mi	The dealer alerted me to to the brake problem when I took the car for an oil and filter change. Their estimate was nearly $500, so I got another price from a local shop recommended by a trusted friend. Pads and rotors.

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2018
May 2018 1315000 mi US $275	Replaced rear calipers (both sides)

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States May 2016 - Dec 2018
Oct 2016 107300 mi US $50	right rear sway bar link broken, replaced both sides.

Toyota RAV4 in Kansas, United States Sep 2014 - Jun 2018
Apr 2016 57500 mi	Tire Pressure Monitor - sensor in the spare tire failed

Toyota RAV4 in Rhode Island, United States Jan 2013 - May 2015
Jul 2013 40000 mi US $3200	Condenser needed replacement. Toyota warranted the part but not the labor.

Toyota RAV4 in Maine, United States Jul 2014 - Nov 2014
Aug 2014 65800 mi	Differential Coupler

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 12400 mi	Glove box opening/closing pushbutton not working- mechanism replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Jul 2012 - Dec 2012
Nov 2012 26000 mi US $5	looked for rattles on drivers side. cant find. tire pressure light on all the time despite correct inflation

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Feb 2016 - Dec 2017
Dec 2017 73000 mi US $180	Brake job. Let worn brakes go too long and had to turn down the rotors too.

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Apr 2013 - Jul 2022
Mar 2013 52000 mi	CD Player quit but radio works. Decided not to repair. Have never missed any required maintenance—often more frequently than required.

Toyota RAV4 in Indiana, United States Dec 2010 - Feb 2011
Dec 2010 6500 mi	replaced gas tank and hoses as per TSB. Check engine lights came on, as well as the 4wd light ans the cruise control didnt work through this process.
Jan 2011	Service engine light came on as well as 4wd light. We had no cruise control either. Took to the dealer and they had to replace the gas tank and all of the lines connecting to the tank. There was a TSB on the issue.

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Jun 2012 - Sep 2014
Nov 2012 52700 mi US $500	Water pump leaking. Battery failed
Dec 2012 55000 mi	Sun visor vibration
Mar 2013 56000 mi	Noise at 40 mph especially on inclines.
Aug 2013 65000 mi	Hazard lights and turn signal lights not working

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jun 2017 - Sep 2020
Jul 2017 69440 mi	Engine rattling and noise every morning at first start up. Took it back to the dealer, they had to open up the engine and have a plastic part next to the camshaft replaced, I didn't know the name of that part. But the problem's gone when repair done.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jul 2012 - Sep 2016
Jul 2015 68200 mi US $1500	Pulsating pedal, had to pump the pedal for effectiveness.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2015 - Jul 2022
Aug 2016 122240 mi C $600	Rear bearings - driver's side
Jan 2017 114640 mi	Rear brake seized
Apr 2018 150660 mi C $1800	Water pump failing and belt. Seal leaking - needs to be replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Turkey Apr 2010 - Aug 2013
Jan 2013 31000 mi	leakage in rear suspension, replaced from warranty, then a week later replaced the other rear, there was a TSB issued to replace both suspension even though only one is defective. So took it back have the other one replaced too from warranty

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2016
Feb 2012 58200 mi	Transmission whine & deteriorating shift quality. Drain & fill fluid 2x (myself) - it was very dark and definitely burnt. Took to Toyota. Toyota service:TSB 0192-10 phase 1 (replace engine mounts) of 2 (2nd is trans swap)
Jun 2012 69000 mi US $10	What Toyota calls "EFI Service", cleaned throttle body (air filter was still fine), and seafoam in fuel & through brake booster vacuum line. Cured slightly rough idle
Jul 2013 83000 mi	Water pump replaced under extended warranty
Oct 2013 88700 mi	Oxygen sensor replaced
Apr 2014 95800 mi	Squeaking noise.. First trip, belt was replaced. on 2nd trip, Toyota actually diagnosed it as bad tensioner pulley.. Alternator replaced under extended warranty
Apr 2015 120800 mi	P0137 bank 1 sensor 2. They replaced o2 sensor (again - 2nd time within year and a half replace this sensor ). They insist there is not some other issue causing o2 sensor to fail
Jun 2016 161000 mi	Steering rack and pinion and intermediate shaft are failing and need replacement Front struts need replacement (another Toyota dealership supposedly replaced front struts about 2 years ago, but the mechanic at the current dealership said the struts appeared to be the original ones that came on the car) Front control arms need replacement from worn/failing bushings

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2012 - Apr 2016
Mar 2012 27000 mi	The light went out in the rear door. Dealership replaced for free.
Nov 2014 43000 mi US $800	front strut assembly front stabilizer bar control
Mar 2015 45000 mi US $300	Replaced rear O2 sensor

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2013
Aug 2012 27800 mi	excessive movement of passenger side front control arm due to excessive movement which would caused uneven braking..caused by premature wear of control arm

Toyota RAV4 in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada Nov 2010 - May 2020
Dec 2010 9300 mi C $80	Hose off cat converter
Dec 2011 14880 mi C $580	Would not start but battery good. They said they couldn't find anything wrong, said it might have been key fob transmitter but it was working fine now.
May 2014 22320 mi C $500	Water pump leaking, required replacement
Nov 2017 30380 mi C $1000	Full brake job rear. Calipers, rotors and all associated hardware replaced.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada May 2009 - Aug 2018
Feb 2013 85400 mi C $975	Whining sound heard in the back. Had to replace the magnet (solenoid) in the rear differential. Right where the driving shaft connects to the diff.

Toyota RAV4 in Oklahoma, United States May 2014 - Jun 2022
Sep 2014 52000 mi	Transmission whine. Replaced transmission with rebuilt honed transmission to eliminate whine. Covered by service bulletin under warranty. No charge to me.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2009 - Nov 2016
Jun 2010 6200 mi	AM/FM radio reception disappeared, although XM/CD worked. Radio replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2009 - Apr 2014
Jun 2010 7440 mi	Did not like how gas pedal felt after recall was done (the shim made the gas pedal harder to press). Had dealer replace entire gas pedal assembly with new redesigned one and it feels responsive again and not hard to push.

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2022
Jun 2013 45000 mi	Rear viscous coupler replacement

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Jul 2013 - Oct 2016
Jul 2015 80000 mi US $250	AWD system malfunction. 4WD light stayed on.

Toyota RAV4 in Vermont, United States Apr 2011 - Jul 2020
Feb 2014 62000 mi	Water pump bearing failure, a seemingly common problem with 2006-2009 V6 RAV4's.
May 2014 66100 mi	Coolant level dropping - cooling system checked, no leaks found.
Dec 2015 81000 mi US $450	Both front struts leaking - replaced.
Dec 2016 89000 mi	Replacement water pump (installed less than 3 years ago under extended warranty) leaking, not yet replaced but monitoring coolant levels.
Jun 2017 91000 mi US $100	Rear door latch sticking open. Notified that a replacement would cost $300, so only lubrication of existing latch done.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Apr 2009 - Dec 2014
Jun 2011 42160 mi	leaking axle seal. Both seals replaced under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2022
Jun 2009 1361 mi	Flat tire. Brake booster diagnosis and hood flutter. Hood flutter.
Sep 2009 3059 mi US $36	Flat tire
May 2010 11556 mi	Windshield Rattle and Brake booster
Jul 2010 13138 mi	Headliner, passenger door rattle
Aug 2010 13393 mi	Headliner, passenger door rattle Passenger door rattle
Sep 2010 13772 mi	Headliner, passenger door rattle
Oct 2010 14406 mi	Squeaky dashboard while turning left or right. Dealer attempted to modify welds in the front fender. Passenger door rattle
Jun 2011 19000 mi	Bumper clips missing from previous repairs.
Oct 2011 22873 mi	A-pillar cowl falling off.
Nov 2011 23125 mi	A-Pillar Cowl Replacement
Jul 2013 42500 mi	Replaced passenger a-pillar cowl - it was falling off. Had been removed during earlier repairs.
Apr 2018 84040 mi US $282	Wheel Bearing Replacement, Left Front
Oct 2018 87441 mi US $158	Rear Brake Pads
Sep 2019 93495 mi US $227	P0137 O2 Sensor

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Dec 2010 - Jun 2020
Apr 2011 37820 mi	Bearing changed
Jul 2018 95480 mi C $600	2x shocks changed after 150 000km
Aug 2018 96080 mi	oxygen sensor changed
Dec 2018 99200 mi C $1850	rear differental leak suspension front changed
Jun 2020 108500 mi C $800	water pump belt changed and water pump bearing did noise.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2011 - Sep 2018
Jun 2012 52700 mi	some oil valve malfunctioning.
Nov 2014 90520 mi C $550	engine chk light, awd light and other light on.
Sep 2016 121520 mi C $3000	cylinder head gasket leaking
Apr 2018 141980 mi C $700	oil pan screw thread broken

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Dec 2009 - Jul 2018
Mar 2010 6000 mi	#2 fuel/air ratio sensor bad. dealer ordered and replaced sensor
Dec 2010 14000 mi	Indications: engine trouble light, plus vehicle stability light and 4-wd light. Replaced mass air flow sensor
Dec 2011 22000 mi	Radio display scrambled, system locked on several cold mornings. TSB 00852-10 applied and entire audio unit replaced under warranty.
Sep 2015 52000 mi US $100	Radio display unit gave scrambled display. Second time for this same problem.
Jun 2017 65000 mi US $700	replace pads turn rotors
Nov 2017 66000 mi US $280	Rodent apparently chose to chew on wire to the cam angle adjuster.
Jan 2018 66000 mi	Transmission exhibits unexplained pauses and hesitations. In shop several times dealer unable to identify and repair problem. I am on extended warranty, so I can afford to be patient. I guess ! Also persistent. Dealer "sees" problems but cannot identify or repair. Settings have been reset and transmission has had to "relearn"
Jul 2018 70000 mi	transmission and computer communication problem. Attempting to diagnose. Failing to do so as yet

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jan 2012 - Oct 2013
Mar 2012 62000 mi	lower steering assembly was replaced due to clunking during a tight turn

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013 73000 mi US $483	A whining hum noise starting at 45mph. Diagnosed as bad wheel bearing. R&R left rear wheel bearing.

Toyota RAV4 in Montana, United States Feb 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2017 123000 mi US $600	Had all 4 struts replaced, cabin air filter and alignment.
Apr 2018 127000 mi US $545	Alternator charging was good but built in voltage regulator was bad. Replace alternator for $300.00 and labor was $245.00 account V6 engine required about 4. 5 hours.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2017 - Feb 2019
May 2018 104160 mi C $500	Rear right wheel bearing.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2013
Sep 2010 28000 mi US $500	electronic fuel injector(s) were dirty. Flushed and cleaned.

Toyota RAV4 in Oregon, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017 66000 mi US $950	Water pump failed, sprayed interior or engine compartment with coolant, replaced belts and pump.

Toyota RAV4 in Montana, United States Jan 2009 - Dec 2017
Oct 2014 20000 mi US $760	R&R water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Jan 2016 US $200	Oxygen sensor
Jun 2017 90000 mi US $350	Oxygen sensor 2nd

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Nov 2009 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022 54000 mi US $700	Replaced water pump. Also replaced accessory belt since already apart for water pump.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2009 - Jun 2022
Mar 2011 35340 mi	Auto headlight sensor stopped working after taking in for a glovebox repair (glovebox button broken from a previous break-in theft). Suspect this previous glovebox repair was the cause but Toyota could not confirm
Jul 2013 73960 mi C $50	A-frame pillars (covering side airbags) on driver and passenger side kept poping out. Clips replaced for $50, but did not prevent the problem from re-occuring on one side. Had since returned and 'had clips adjusted' but failed again
Sep 2014 93000 mi C $300	A-frame pillars on driver and passenger side replaced after previous attempts to replace just clips failed to keep pillars locked in place
Dec 2015 110980 mi C $700	Front left bearing noise. Dealer quoted >$1000, private shop ~700
Dec 2018 151900 mi C $775	Squealing belt at startup, particularly in cold weather, fine in summer or after driving 15mins or so, ongoing for a couple of years. Serpentine Belt Tensioner (3.2 hrs) and Belt replacement.
Jan 2019 153760 mi C $10	Front left headlight burnt out, replaced with equvalent
Feb 2019 155000 mi C $500	Windshield [wipers] stopped working, diagnosed as motor failure

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Jan 2010 - Jul 2018
Aug 2011 43000 mi US $491	ABS/4WD/Trac lights on. Right/Front wheel speed sensor wires cut or chewed. Wheel speed sensor replaced
Sep 2013 86000 mi US $325	Rear shocks leaking and replaced

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2013 - Oct 2019
Oct 2015 130820 mi C $1800	Seized calipers and worn pads
Apr 2016 137640 mi	Windshield wiper linkage broke
May 2018 184140 mi C $200	Replaced wheel bearing, driver's side. After repair ABS indicator light on. No error codes on scan. Removed and checked sensor. No damage, appears fine. checked magnetic ring pressed into bearing and found it quite strong compared to old bearing. May be an imbalance in the ABS signal strength between front bearings. Will have to change out passenger side bearing.

Toyota RAV4 in Alabama, United States May 2011 - Jun 2022
Mar 2015 81000 mi	Limited Service Campaign (LSC) install Smart Stop Technology Upgrade
Jan 2022 144000 mi US $180	Outer tie rod replacement and alignment

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2009 - Jun 2022
Sep 2018 31242 mi C $611	Parking brake assembly broke inside console. Two cables replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Alabama, United States May 2012 - Jun 2012
Jun 2012 54000 mi	The A/C compressor and A/C amplifier had to be replaced. I had the extended warr so I didn't have to pay the $3k repair bill. I'll caveat this bc the car had been in an accident (2 mths prior) but they couldn't be certain it was related.

Toyota RAV4 in Arizona, United States Jan 2012 - Oct 2015
Nov 2014 151000 mi US $220	Bearing on water pump failing.

Toyota RAV4 in South Carolina, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018 98000 mi US $400	Rotors Resurfaced, Brake pads replaced

Toyota RAV4 in New Hampshire, United States Aug 2011 - May 2015
Mar 2014 92000 mi US $350	Oxygen Sensor replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Nov 2012 - Jun 2017
May 2017 50000 mi US $100	OEM battery died after being 7 years old so I replaced it.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Dec 2009 - Aug 2016
Sep 2012 41000 mi	My CD player would not take in a CD to play. It was covered under warranty and it's a good thing it was because the radio is valued at $1400!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aug 2016 76000 mi	Both sway bar ends broken. Estimate to fix was $600+. Traded to newer Rav4.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States May 2009 - Jun 2018
Jul 2014 19300 mi US $43	Water Pump leaking

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Jan 2014 - Jun 2022
Jul 2016 48700 mi US $355	A/C blows hot. All the subsystems like compressor, sensors, wiring, fuses, relays and refrigerants are OK, Replaced amplifier assembly at $355 with no improvement
Mar 2017 58000 mi US $200	A/C failed and dealer (Antwerpen Columbia, MD) quoted $1500 for compressor replacement due to low level of signal from the flow sensor inside the compressor. Instead in-line signal amplifier was installed for fraction of the cost.
Oct 2017 60000 mi US $15	A/C compressor repair adding in line signal amplifier to sensor line Oxygen sensor failed
Feb 2018 63000 mi US $45	O2 sensor failed setting MIL. Common problem of 2009 Toyotas

Toyota RAV4 in Kentucky, United States Jun 2015 - Nov 2019
Jan 2018 81700 mi US $250	Replace front rotors and pads for $250.00 This is the first repair (81000 miles) since we bought the car in 2009-free oil changes for life from dealer.
Sep 2018 85000 mi US $170	loud squeal-bad alternator was replaced $180.00

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jun 2009 - Jul 2020
Dec 2014 75000 mi US $200	Battery replaced at dealer suggestion.
Jul 2015 85000 mi US $1600	Cartridge replaced in emissions system
Aug 2015 85800 mi US $1600	Brakes engaged while driving. Had vehicle towed. All calipers and rotors had to be replaced, brake fluid replaced.
Oct 2017 115000 mi US $600	Replaced rear shocks
Mar 2018 120000 mi US $1000	New rotors in front Parking brake replaced

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2008 - Oct 2016
Feb 2011 19840 mi	Water pump was found leaking. Replaced under original factory warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Saskatchewan, Canada Nov 2008 - Oct 2012
Aug 2011 35340 mi	Rear glass replaced, problem with defroster.

Toyota RAV4 in Connecticut, United States Feb 2009 - Oct 2015
Mar 2011 51000 mi	Brought car in for an oil change and they replaced the water pump which they said had a leak. I never saw a leak. It was covered under the original warranty
Oct 2015 100000 mi	Transmission. Opted not to fix.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2009 - Sep 2019
Aug 2016 27300 mi US $28	splash shield under car needed to be re-clipped with 6 clips.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 4960 mi	right rear shock leaking, replaced under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2018
Sep 2012 66000 mi US $8	Noise when starting vehicle - mechanic inspected vehicle, found bearing bad in water pump. Replaced water pump under extended warranty. Grinding/rattle noise when cold-starting car. Determined the problem was in the exhaust cam (per TSB). Replace exhaust cam gear. Did not fix problem. Replace intake cam gear (per another TSB). Grinding noise gone.
May 2018 92000 mi US $30	No cold air was the symptom. The shop said I needed to replace the AC compressor and a few other AC components at a cost of almost $2k. I declined the work being done.

Toyota RAV4 in Tennessee, United States Apr 2015 - Mar 2019
Mar 2018 98000 mi US $150	required alignment as pulling to the right

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Dec 2014 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015 72540 mi	Replace the short block

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2014 - Jun 2022
Oct 2014 58900 mi	In May 2014 paint started peeling on the roof, just above the windshield, ahead of the sunroof. This has not been repaired, as I have contacted Toyota's Head Office and they are unwilling to repair it. Have seen another white 2009 RAV4 with same.
Nov 2014 59800 mi C $228	Rear differential pinion seal. Replaced rear pinion seal.
Dec 2014 62000 mi	Leaky shock on the rear right. Both rear shocks were replaced by my mechanic.
May 2015 66960 mi C $987	Roof of vehicle between front windshield and sunroof, the paint started peeling over 1 year ago, down to the primer and Toyota did nothing to help resolve the issue, so I took my vehicle to a body shop for the repair.
Feb 2016 76880 mi C $230	Engine light, 4wd light and traction control light came on all at once. Mechanic had to diagnose and replace oxygen sensor.
Oct 2016 85120 mi	Rear left caliper had seized. Rear brake pads, rotors and left caliper were replaced, system was bled out, tires were rotated and inspected and an oil, lube and filter was done. I asked dealership to check a clunking noise in back end and they try to blame the noise on recent work done by my mechanic. I found the clunking noise problem, nothing to do with my mechanics work. It was a tool kit within a compartment.
Dec 2016 87420 mi C $165	Battery died and had mechanic replace it.
Feb 2017 89280 mi C $40	Had plug for rear differential replaced. Probably wore out from checking fluid over the years. Toyota Dealership could not find cause of previous noise. My mechanic had to tighten rear-end mount, which solved the noise problem.
Sep 2017 97340 mi C $13	Flat tire while out on a shopping trip. Tire was repaired within 2 hours.
Nov 2017 99820 mi C $79	Wheel alignment and re-torqueing of wheels
Dec 2017 99820 mi C $342	Brakes making a dragging noise. Replacement of front brakes, pads and rotors. Installation of new caliper rubbers and clear and lube caliper slides, bleed out system, test drive.
Sep 2018 111600 mi C $1347	Drive shaft needed to be replaced as vehicle was shuddering/vibrating at 40km/hour. UV joint was seized, but it cannot be replaced on its own, so a whole new drive shaft had to be installed.
Jun 2019 123528 mi C $432	Noise in rear end. Cleaned hubs and rims, replaced rear brake pads and rotors, clean and lube caliper slides.
Nov 2019 127863 mi C $533	Removed and replaced left and right ebrake cables and ebrake shoes.
Feb 2020 133245 mi C $1407	Remove and replace front left and right wheel hub bearings. Remove and replace muffler.
Jun 2020 137227 mi C $600	Recall on Paint.
Jul 2020 137941 mi C $111	Check tires for leaks. Remove tires from rims, clean rims and replace valve stems.
Sep 2020 139432 mi C $462	Remove and replace front brake pads and rotors. Cleaned caliper slides.
Dec 2020 142483 mi C $214	Noise in muffler. Removed and replaced. (muffler still under warranty) Removed rear rotors and machined and cleaned and lubed caliper slides.
Mar 2022 154380 mi C $106	Remove driveshaft and check vibration. Install shudder additive.
Apr 2022 156223 mi C $534	Remove and replace rear brake pads and rotors. Clean calipers and slides and lube.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States May 2012 - May 2017
Jul 2014 54000 mi	Oxygen Sensor (Lower)

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Aug 2016 - Mar 2020
Jan 2017 99700 mi US $100	Camshaft timing gear was replaced due to rattle on cold start up. Would have been 2k if not for warranty (after market). There is a TSB out for it from Toyota, found it myself

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2012
Sep 2010 10000 mi	Jacking point at rear of vehicle that is specified in owners manual bent inward/collapsed when attempting to raise vehicle to rotate tires.

Toyota RAV4 in Maine, United States Sep 2017 - Jan 2020
Jan 2020 98000 mi US $1000	Full axle replacement. This year cannot have a half axle replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018 67800 mi US $1399	A/C compressor failed; replaced compressor and recharged system

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2016 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017 102920 mi C $240	have to place new battery
Mar 2018 111600 mi C $460	Oil Leakage from rear differential. Seals replaced. Later main seal start leaking
Jun 2018 113460 mi C $1500	Rear differential main seal (pinion) oil leak. I have to replace whole rear differential housing to fix the leak parts $1150 plus $360 labor. Went to the scrap yard, they gave me a mechanic contact. He is going to replace the seal for 1.5 hours labor, plus $20 and oil. Unfortunately for Canada Toyota didn't do recall as they did for USA.

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Mar 2014 - Dec 2017
Mar 2014 186000 mi US $40	U joints worn out requiring drive shaft replacement
Sep 2014 203000 mi	differential seal leak
Dec 2014 209000 mi	front differential needs replacement
Mar 2015 216000 mi US $250	wheel rim rusted through; first time in 30 years I've ever had a problem with a Toyota wheel
Mar 2016 250000 mi	seal leaking. replaced fluid. will require major repair at some point.
Jul 2017 283000 mi US $80	unknown

Toyota RAV4 in New Hampshire, United States Apr 2014 - Nov 2021
Apr 2016 130200 mi	Vehicle has design defect in which rear wheel alignment can not be adjusted to specification.
Mar 2017 148000 mi US $380	Replace front brake rotors and pads
Sep 2017 152935 mi US $410	Flushed and replaced all transmission fluid to eliminate periodic transmission vibration while driving.
Feb 2018 163300 mi US $550	Replaced master cylinder

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2013 - Jul 2022
Feb 2015 46120 mi	Replace suspension arm - Warranty. Left rear axle seal replaced.... Extended Warranty.
Feb 2016 62000 mi C $140	Both horns needed to be replace as the horn stopped working.
Dec 2017 88660 mi C $1249	Evap canister was replaced as engine light and 4WD symbol appeared on dash
Aug 2021 133920 mi C $1100	replaced trans axle due to wear / noise

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2012 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 91740 mi	rear brake service to clean corrosion off rotors and free up calipers
Apr 2017 117180 mi C $180	Replace seized emergency brake cables Seized calipers replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2012 - Apr 2015
Oct 2012 37500 mi US $3	Replaces map light light bulb, it burned out
Apr 2013 46000 mi US $50	Replaced upper steering shaft due to clunking noise

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Sep 2012 - Aug 2013
Apr 2013 31200 mi	Dead battery

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2012 - Jun 2022
Sep 2013 61380 mi C $80	Air intake hose was loose, which resulted in the Check Engine light.
Oct 2021 102920 mi C $750	Water pump replacement after 8 years and 86,000 km. Three out of four wheel bearings required replacement after 160,000 km.

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States May 2013 - Mar 2016
Sep 2013 41000 mi	Battery was no longer holding a charge.
May 2014 49000 mi	Water pump showed signs of leakage when dealer completed oil change. Water pump was replaced for free under the limited powertrain warranty.
Jun 2015 56000 mi	Water pump that was previously replaced under warranty 12 mo. ago was defective and was replaced again. No charge - still under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2013 - Jun 2018
May 2013 41420 mi	A noise was evident in one of the front shock assemblies. Replaced under Toyota's used certified warranty.
Jan 2014 45260 mi C $90	All four tires on car had slow leak. Tires removed, rims cleaned and tires remounted.
May 2014 47120 mi C $220	Car would not start or would barely start. Battery replaced. Now starting normally.
Jun 2018 71920 mi C $600	Pads and rotors too rusty to pass Ontario safety inspection. Pads and rotors replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2012 - Feb 2022
Sep 2016 142000 mi US $2300	warranty work rear diff viscous coupling replaced steering rack vibration when driving between 35and45. vibration has grown much worse recently. dealer could not identify source-suggested new tires and rims. I had them replace the lifetime ATF fluid - they did not want to - vibration is now very small
May 2017 148000 mi US $100	leaky radiator hose connector where multiple hoses connect
May 2021 210000 mi US $3500	[transmission] rebuild
Feb 2022 235000 mi	transmission was rebuilt in may 2021 - transmission failed - and was rebuilt under warranty

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Jan 2011 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011 81000 mi	Engine Blown

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Great Britain Dec 2008 - Apr 2016
Oct 2010 38300 mi	Car was in for 40,000 service. Mechanic found a leak in water pump. This was replaced with new unit as a warranty item. (I was unaware of a problem)
Feb 2014 78000 mi £400	Bushes worn. Cause was thought to be speed humps on roads
Aug 2014 83000 mi £180	Parking brake stuck on. Shop stripped cleaned and replaced brake shoes, readjusted. Sway bar securing bolt sheared

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012 62000 mi US $150	Noise coming from rear that sounded like a pump was running. happened at various times. Spent 3 days trying to diagnose, but no luck. Could be fuel vapor release pumps failing? Spent money to diagnose, but no resolution.

Toyota RAV4 in Alabama, United States Nov 2011 - Jan 2018
Oct 2015 115500 mi US $680	Replace left front wheel bearing.
Mar 2016 123000 mi US $860	Replaced water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Mar 2009 - Mar 2012
Mar 2009 31252 mi	Reprogrammed Computer

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Jan 2013 - Mar 2015
Jan 2013 56000 mi US $100	Battery died, replaced
Feb 2015 109000 mi US $50	Random misfire threw engine code. Replaced spark plugs, issue resloved.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Nov 2008 - Sep 2014
Dec 2009 14000 mi	CD #6 stuck in JBL changer. After dealer "looked at" the unit, none of the CDs would play or eject. Dealer installed new JBL audio unit
Aug 2014 72900 mi US $361	Driver side front bearing hub assembly was replaced Rear shocks replaced Non-dealer shop replaced shocks with wrong length then refused to even look at their work, so I went to dealer who diagnosed and corrected the problem with the right shocks.

Toyota RAV4 in South Carolina, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2014
Oct 2013 101000 mi US $280	O2 sensor replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Louisiana, United States Oct 2008 - Jul 2023
Dec 2009 6000 mi	T-SB-0067-08 Noise from Auxiliary Port with External Device. Not really having a problem with Ipod noise but thought I would go ahead and get this fixed while under warranty.
Jun 2010 8000 mi	After accelerating, a strong sulphur smell is detected in the passenger compartment. Seems to be worse when the A/C is in recirculate mode. No relevant TSB's seem to apply to my VIN. They say it's "normal".
Jan 2011 30200 mi	Rear window defroster inop. Dealer replaced rear glass under original factory warranty.
Sep 2011 19000 mi	Transmission whine per T-SB-0192-10. Phase 1 performed, specifically replacing mounts and dampers to solve a whining noise. The noise was still there, so a new transmission was ordered. Transmission replaced under warranty.
Oct 2011 20000 mi	Creaking sound from driver's seat. Seat frame replaced under warranty.
May 2015 43000 mi	Noisy water pump--bad bearing.
Apr 2016 47200 mi	Clunking sound and feeling in steering wheel during low speed maneuvers such as looking for a parking space.

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2018
Mar 2013 51000 mi	Rear shock absorber was leaking
Sep 2013 56000 mi	02 sensor died
Oct 2013 56300 mi	catalytic converter had a hole in it.
Nov 2013 57400 mi	Fuel pump stopped working

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Aug 2008 - Jan 2015
Jan 2010 44000 mi	There was, apparently, a TSB on my electric power steering, and I noticed no problem before. It was fixed in a couple of hours. The steering feels slightly heavier now but it is barely noticeable.
Aug 2012 42600 mi	Water pump was leaking coolant at a slow rate. Coolant got onto the drive belt, causing squeaking. Belt was replaced as it had coolant on it, and was not covered under warranty, but it was borderline needing replacement anyway.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Jul 2009 - Apr 2022
Jul 2012 59820 mi	water pump on warranty, was leaking
Mar 2015 76260 mi C $766	front bushing missing, 2 replaced. on the back, a sway arm was broken and changed. also battery changed
Sep 2017 91760 mi C $200	right sided front airbag light on dealer said corrosion on a wire. fixed
Apr 2018 96100 mi C $600	4 shocks changed... after 11 years of co untru roads!

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2008 - Feb 2015
Mar 2012 40000 mi US $60	Latch on armrest broke.
Aug 2014 69000 mi US $400	Viscous coupler replaced due to whining noise.
Oct 2014 70800 mi US $900	Water pump grinding. Replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Saskatchewan, Canada Nov 2008 - Aug 2017
Jan 2009 3100 mi	Heat/cool fan control working intermittently. Drove vehicle to dealership and part was ordered and appointment made. Day of appointment was told by dealership part on backorder. Left vehicle there as fan control had quite working completely. Waited 9 days for car to be repaired. Given a loaner for that time.
May 2011 7740 mi	Steel wheels showing signs of rust. All four wheels replaced under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2009 11000 mi	Sunglasses holder stopped opening.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Dec 2008 - Oct 2012
Jul 2011 30000 mi	Transmission making noise. Problem with isolator mounts on transmission and drive shaft. Dealer replaced transmission and drive shaft isolation mounts under warranty this solved the problem.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Aug 2009 - Sep 2017
Apr 2016 85000 mi US $900	water pump bearing failed.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Oct 2010 34000 mi	Water pump replaced at 33K. Cannot prove but dealer may have bent oil pan during repair. Bend was noticed later during an oil change.
Oct 2017 100000 mi US $1500	warped rotors

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Nov 2010 - Aug 2019
Feb 2013 57660 mi C $90	ENGINE TAKES MORE CRANKING TO START. REPLACED BATTERY WITH HIGHER COLD CRANKING AMP.
Oct 2013 79360 mi C $560	Airbag light always on. Dealer diagnosed " code b1801, open in D circuit ", Spiral cable. Paid $65 for diagnostics. Bought spiral cable from dealer $480. Friend mechanic installed spiral cable for $60. Problem solved. Changed airbag spiral cable
Jan 2015 49600 mi C $280	Water pump leaking. Replaced water pump from dealer by independent shop.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Nov 2010 - Aug 2014
Dec 2010 34000 mi	Was misfiring an all cylinders. after restart problem went away and mechanics didn't know what happened
Mar 2012 60000 mi	Water pump leaking. Replaced water pump
Dec 2012 75000 mi	Transmission slipping, could not replicate. Update: stayed this way until sold, dealer never found any problems. Muffler rusted through. They put screwdriver through the muffler but still said it is normal. Muffler is on the same pipe as converter and they did not want to deal with it. So I will have to find a shop which can replace only muffler for me.
Jul 2014 98000 mi US $500	All shocks and breaks needed to be replaced
Aug 2014 98000 mi	Bought replacement muffler but never installed it. I used putty to cover the muffler holes and it did help a little.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2019
Jul 2011 56000 mi	TSB for the engine whine for the V6 completed, which meant a new transmission was installed.
Apr 2017 160000 mi US $1488	Left #1 and #2 Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valves removed and replaced Bank 1 Ignition coils and spark plugs replaced. Rear brake pad set and rotor replaced.
Sep 2017 166000 mi US $2327	Replaced steering rack.
May 2018 177000 mi US $600	Headlight restoration, front tires, replaced muffler

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Aug 2010 - May 2011
Sep 2010 60000 mi	Water pump was leaking 2 days after I had the vehicle the noise happened and I had to take it in to check. The dealer service dept found the problem and replaced the water pump.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2009 - Jun 2018
Dec 2011 61380 mi	water pump bearing wearing out and getting very noisy

Toyota RAV4 in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada Nov 2009 - Nov 2016
Jun 2010 20460 mi C $5120	Water pump replaced..coolant leak. New brake pads and resurfaced rotors.
Mar 2011 29760 mi C $35	water in muffler.
Mar 2015 76880 mi C $95	Swaybar bushings replaced in front end
Jun 2015 80600 mi C $400	sensor

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2022
Oct 2011 36000 mi	Humming noise from fuel pump; 1st visit was to confirm and order resistor
Nov 2011 36000 mi	Fuel pump noise. Hum seems a little louder than before the service. I'll probably ask for another opinion when I take my car in for the side-curtain airbag recall.
Jun 2015 65000 mi	Courtesy switch failure (interior lights) Grating or rattling noise on start (intermittent)
Jul 2016 71500 mi US $300	Battery died (Not sure if this counts as maintenance) Leaking strut. I also had other things like oil change and other maintenance done at same time; can't remember total for all things done but it was around $300. Not sure how much the strut alone was.
Feb 2017 78000 mi	Grinding noise. Thought it was solenoid sticking on starter. Techs looked, determined starter fine. Noise is VVTI cam rattle. Nothing they can do about it short of major repairs that would be out of pocket. Since the problem is intermittent and only on startup, they said it likely is cosmetic. No work done outside of diagnosis.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2008 - Jun 2022
Feb 2010 24800 mi	Also not a recall but preventative - Water pump was leaking.
Mar 2018 127100 mi C $900	shocks/struts and stabilizer bushings front brake pads and rotors
Apr 2022 181660 mi C $600	replaced muffler due to hole

Toyota RAV4 in Missouri, United States Dec 2007 - Jan 2018
Sep 2010 30000 mi	broken middle seats folding mechanism Ordered wrong piece, not repaired correct part ordered Repaired rear seat folding mechanism
Aug 2016 87600 mi US $500	Rear sway bar link broke, had both replaced
Nov 2016 93500 mi US $750	Replaced leaking pinion seals on the rear diff. Replaced right rear wheel bearing/hub
Mar 2017 96000 mi US $200	replaced front rotors and pads

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2008 - Dec 2014
Apr 2011 60000 mi	water pump failure

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2007 - Jun 2018
Sep 2015 150000 mi US $260	Replaced muffler.
Jan 2016 168700 mi US $197	Had to replace both rear sway bar links.
Jul 2016 161200 mi US $775	Both front struts were leaking; both front struts, strut mounts, and strut boots were replaced.
Jan 2017 158500 mi	Air/Fuel sensor had to be replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Nov 2007 - Nov 2010
Apr 2008 5000 mi	The driver's side seat belt was installed backwards from the factory causing it to be twisted.
Jul 2008 9000 mi	New seatbelt was installed.
Dec 2008 14000 mi	Air bag light on. Air bag computer replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Sep 2007 - Jan 2022
Feb 2009 4960 mi	Brake switch too close to the brake pedal, causing cruise to stop when driving over small holes.
Dec 2010 11780 mi	2 stage TSB for gearbox whining noise; stage 1: replace some rubber parts (engine/gearbox supports) - DONE; stage 2: gearbox should be replaced if stage 1 failed. - NOT DONE YET
Nov 2011 13640 mi C $1900	replace gearbox as per TSBreplace brakes because I did not drive; the car for 8 months; replace windshield replaced catalyst converter
Jun 2021 62000 mi C $2000	Shock absorbers Engine mounts

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Mar 2011 - Oct 2014
Oct 2011 54000 mi US $450	Slow start, cleaned intake and replaced battery.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2014
Oct 2007 1000 mi	Hand brake needed to be raised very high for it to grab. It isn't normal as none of the others do it but they won't fix it since it still works.
Sep 2010 60000 mi US $80	Brakes making scraping noise. Diagnosed to aftermarket pads that were installed.
Aug 2011 87500 mi US $650	Water pump broke

Toyota RAV4 in Utah, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 1000 mi	Plastic over steering column clips were damaged when remote engine start was installed. You could see inside the column from the passenger seat. Parts are in waiting for an installation appointment.
Jan 2008 2000 mi	Parts arrived and were put on for steering column.
Feb 2008 3000 mi	Plastic steering column cover was coming loose again over remote start, looks as though they finally have it tightened down correctly. Steering was rubbing against it because it was so loose. Antifreeze smell shop said there was too much coolant they drained some out, ran a pressure test and called it good.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Feb 2008 - Dec 2012
Apr 2010 22300 mi	Water pump was leaking. Mechanic discovered the problem while in for an oil change and oil hose.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2008 - Jun 2018
Nov 2011 48400 mi C $315	Noisy muffler. Replaced with new one.
Jan 2012 49360 mi	Code P2195. Engine, 4WD, and VSC lights on. A/F Ratio sensor, part #89467-0R020 replaced. Exhaust manifold had to be removed since the sensor was seized in place. N/C because of Extended Warranty.
Apr 2012 54560 mi	Control arm bushings have separated. When I mentioned extended warranty, this became ONE control arm!!!
May 2013 63240 mi C $47	Muffler was split. Replaced under muffler manufacturer's warranty. I paid for gasket and labour.
Sep 2014 70060 mi C $172	Shuddering on rapid take-off from standstill (V6 engine!) Mechanic did test drive and I rode along. On hoist, he showed me the rear U-joint was very stiff. New driveshaft would cost $1100+. I asked him to use oil to free it up. OK so far.
Nov 2014 70680 mi C $480	New lower control arm AWD driveshaft sent out to have two new U-joints welded on to replace original stiff (about-to-fail?) U-joints which are non-replaceable.
Jun 2018 85560 mi C $1556	Noisy rear wheel bearing replaced 4 new rotors and 4 new pads.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2008 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 186 mi	Rattling sound from centre console when going tough bumpy roads. rattling sound from centre console when going tough bumpy roads. Taking it back next Tuesday
Aug 2008 310 mi	Factory installed remote starter was not installed properly. After started with remote starter car does not need a key to drive. And it doesn't shut down with the key. The headlight indicater also lights up incorrectly. factory installed remote starter was not installed properly. After started with remote starter car does not need a key to drive. And it doesn't shut down with the key. The headlight indicater also lights up incorrectly.

Toyota RAV4 in Iowa, United States Oct 2008 - Jan 2022
Sep 2014 65000 mi	Replaced 4wd coupler Transmission mounts
Apr 2015 70700 mi US $750	Water Pump Failed

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Feb 2011 - Jun 2021
May 2011 38640 mi C $128	clamp came off hose going to part of radiator and antifreeze leaked out
Mar 2017 128960 mi C $900	Front wheel liners damaged from ice snow build up. Large chunk broken off. Leading to outside air tempersture sensor malfunctioning.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States May 2008 - Jun 2017
Sep 2013 125000 mi US $700	Needed to replace water pump
Jun 2015 189000 mi US $600	replaced rear shocks and installed electronic brake
Sep 2015 200000 mi	airbag warning light and recall repairs
Mar 2016 211000 mi US $240	water pump replaced. still under warranty

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Jun 2008 - Apr 2013
Dec 2012 68000 mi	Water pump replaced due to leak.
Apr 2013 72000 mi	Transmission replacement per T-SB-0130-12

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2008 - Oct 2015
Jun 2013 60760 mi	engine knock.. discovered water pump was failing. Dealer replaced it and covered it under warranty
Aug 2013 61380 mi	after car returned from replacement of water pump, it began taking a long time (4seconds)for initial start. Car engine would turn over but would take lengthy time to start. Dealer replaced Fuel Pump. Toyota paid rest of cost, about $1,000. car continued to take a lengthy time to start after fuel pump was replaced. Dealer then replaced fuel resistor. No charge.
Sep 2013 63860 mi C $185	Car took 3 to 4 seconds to start after being left overnight. The dealer determined the cold amp was low and recommended battery replacement. Car starts great now. So there were two problems with car..fuel injection system and battery.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2008 - Jul 2013
Feb 2010 27280 mi	VVT oil supply hose replaced.
Jun 2010 31620 mi	A/C not effective. Replaced leaking service valve and recharge system under warranty.
Mar 2011 42160 mi C $280	Slush and ice buildup on unprotected vapor canister filter assy. Pulled unit off of underside. New unit installed with an optional shield now offered on newer models. Very poor engineering for a suv in a winter climate!
Jul 2012 57660 mi C $150	AC low, needed recharge.
May 2013 65800 mi	Electric coupler for rear differential.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Aug 2008 - Jan 2015
Jul 2008 6000 mi	replaced rear door upper rubber stop/bumper
Oct 2008 9000 mi	Broken door latch, drivers side rear door.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2014
Mar 2008 1000 mi	Grounding noise from the aux and 12v jack. Parts ordered to filter out noise. Took 1.5 hours to fix.
May 2012 56800 mi	Whining noise when accelerating. High pitched noise starts around 40 - 65 mph. There is a TSB to fix this issue. Ordered parts for Phase 1. If it fails, then replace transmission. Phase 1 fix was not successful, new transmission ordered. Transmission replaced.
Jul 2012 60200 mi	Faulty repair job from previous trip. Front differential seal seeping, replaced axle nut, installed new seal, added fluid. took 4 days because they ordered the wrong parts.
Jul 2013 67200 mi	Power window lever was sticky.
Mar 2014 68000 mi	Engine sounded like a diesel engine. Service technician identified the car needed a new water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Aug 2012 - Oct 2012
Sep 2012 37200 mi	just under 61K - water pump started to growl. Covered under powertrain warranty but that only had 3 months left on it.
Oct 2012 37200 mi	Dealership didnt top-off reservoir for coolant after they replaced water pump. Service adviosr was told this and he put in WIPER fuild. Now system needs to be entirely flushed.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2015 - Jan 2017
Oct 2016 83000 mi US $250	Replaced all brakes and rotors. Broke lose a seized caliper pin.

Toyota RAV4 in Kansas, United States Aug 2015 - Nov 2017
Aug 2015 125000 mi US $150	Rear wheel bearings were replaced on both sides of vehicle
Jun 2016 132000 mi US $175	CV axle driver's side front replacements
Mar 2017 132500 mi	Water Pump
May 2017 142250 mi US $25	High-pressure VVTI oil line replacement Front main seal replacement

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Mar 2012 - May 2018
Nov 2012 44100 mi	Driver side door locks. TSB.
Jul 2015 68000 mi US $800	replace water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Jan 2014
Oct 2012 58900 mi C $800	automatically switch and lock at 4x4 mode, which keep engine running like crazy and crashed water pump.

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Aug 2013 - Aug 2017
Sep 2014 77000 mi	Steering clunked when driving. Had to replace part of steering column. Noise when vehicle is idling. Parts ordered to stop noise. Engine was making noise. Idle pulley had to be replaced. Noise still happens sometimes, but not others.
Feb 2017 95000 mi US $8	Side Marker Lamp out. Replaced. Easy for me to do.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2013 - Aug 2015
Aug 2015 77500 mi C $960	Replaced water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Mar 2014 - Jun 2019
Apr 2014 115100 mi C $450	Pinion Seal in rear differential leaking
Jun 2017 142600 mi C $365	Right Rear Brake Caliper wouldn't release

Toyota RAV4 in North Carolina, United States May 2014 - Jul 2017
Nov 2016 66400 mi US $800	Replace struts

Toyota RAV4 in Utah, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2018
Feb 2017 70000 mi US $75	Sun visor pulled out of roof while being moved to window position
Nov 2017 77000 mi US $300	Bad amp. Replaced head unit and amp

Toyota RAV4 in Utah, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2022
Aug 2016 79000 mi US $590	Replaced front struts
Mar 2022 141000 mi US $800	Water pump, thermostat, and belt

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Feb 2012 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 74400 mi	oil leak timing cover

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Dec 2012 - Nov 2017
Sep 2017 67000 mi US $1200	Gas Canister leakage - Gas filter replacement

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2017 - Feb 2022
Jul 2020 170000 mi US $2600	Viscous coupler and rear end

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 34100 mi C $700	Fuel tank canister, warning lights on, no other symptoms.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Oklahoma, United States Aug 2011 - Mar 2016
Mar 2014 140000 mi US $300	alternator went out
Feb 2015 163000 mi US $520	replaced rotors pads shocks

Toyota RAV4 in Oklahoma, United States May 2008 - Dec 2010
Oct 2008 7000 mi	Splash Guard under the engine had come loose on one side.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2013 - Sep 2017
Feb 2013 51700 mi US $29	Noticed early in owning that I got lot less oil in drain pan than I put in at oil change. I read online comments about 2.4 engine in my VIN range with consumption problem. Dealer did a 1000 mile test and report it is within spec. I disagree.
Aug 2013 66100 mi	Engine consuming excessive quantity of oil. Failed dealer consume test. Dealer did new short block and ring kit replacement.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Sep 2016 - Oct 2023
May 2021 120000 mi US $800	Caliper broke

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Aug 2015 - Mar 2019
Jun 2018 75000 mi US $600	Replace front brakes

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Jul 2016 - Dec 2018
Jul 2017 79189 mi US $191	Engine decarbonization, flush fuel injection system, clean air induction system.
Dec 2017 84000 mi US $31	Replaced burnt out driver's side headlight
May 2018 89000 mi US $552	Charging warning light came on. Replaced alternator
Dec 2018 93000 mi US $200	Brake pads were 3mm and starting to make noises when braking. Replaced rear brake pads, resurfaced rear rotors.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2016 72100 mi US $1100	Front bearing replacement.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Feb 2009 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 94000 mi US $790	Check engine light on due to oil sludge.

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2016
Mar 2013 94000 mi US $90	Replaced OEM battery

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Apr 2008 - Sep 2018
Nov 2008 5000 mi	Faulty airbag sensor
Dec 2008 6000 mi	Faulty airbag sensor reading low voltage causing the airbag light to go off
Oct 2010 22200 mi	Auxiliary module for the head unit was replaced.
Dec 2014 58000 mi US $300	Cracked water pump
May 2017 77000 mi US $100	Replaced leaking water pump, serpentine belt
Sep 2018 90000 mi US $250	Alternator

Toyota RAV4 in Indiana, United States Dec 2008 - Oct 2015
Dec 2012 59409 mi	Replaced failed water pump. Performed a couple of recalls. Replaced failed water pump
Jan 2013 34700 mi US $157	Replaced the intermediate steering shaft no 1 in the steering column, and clamp for boot around shaft. Shaft is a know issue through TSB

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Feb 2015 - Mar 2015
Mar 2015 76000 mi US $1700	I bought a new air condition compressor and water pump. I had to drain the radiator and a new cap. I changed the oil and transmission service too.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2013 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 38000 mi US $750	Muffler replaced. All brakes redone.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2008 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015 66340 mi C $500	Leaking Water Pump

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Apr 2012 - Apr 2018
Jan 2014 85300 mi US $120	Load roaring noise that increased with speed coming from the passenger rear. It did not grind or crunch. My father is the mechanic who diagnosed the issue as a wheel bearing and replaced the part. Note, the lock nut cannot be reused, must buy a new one
Sep 2015 99000 mi US $2500	Differential coupler was bad, so rear wheels could not work in AWD mode. Research showed this as a common problem. 5 months later, Toyota acknowledged a defect with the rear diff coupler and covered the cost of the repair.
Jan 2017 84000 mi US $40	Driver's side sway bar end link snapped. Did not affect driveabiliy.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2013 - Mar 2018
Oct 2013 91020 mi C $109	Wiring repair of the passenger side low beam socket due to corrosion and overheating
Dec 2014 109120 mi	repaired wiring from a previous repair. intermittent continuity of headlight due to a previous repair. Note this might actually be part of a a problem related to a modification I the owner made 5 yrs back. I installed PIAA Halogen lamps.
Aug 2015 117500 mi C $15	Replaced a previously Dealer repaired electrical problem. One headlight had intermittent continuity. I rewired the socket and repaired it
Jan 2016 112220 mi C $45	Engine was rebuilt by dealer and paid for by Toyota Canada. An oil consumption test was performed as routine maintenance last last year and the engine failed. this is a warranty repair. the engine burns oil at a rate higher than specified.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Dec 2011 - Dec 2016
Oct 2016 64260 mi C $500	The alternator died at just 100K km or 60K miles. Alternator was changed. 1 year old battery seems ok although it was not tested after the incident.

Toyota RAV4 in Utah, United States Feb 2011 - Nov 2019
Aug 2011 19500 mi	water pump leaking, replaced Water Pump replaced
Dec 2011 24000 mi	Slowly started to get a dull roaring from rear axle area which got considerably louder over a couple of weeks. Concluded it was the passenger rear wheel bearing going bad-dealership replaced under warranty No engine crank one afternoon-all dash lights came on, but no radio/locks/stuck in park. Towed to dealer where it started w/no problem. TSB done on neutral safety switch-not the issue. It was the 120amp fuse rigged under pervious owner.
May 2014 52000 mi	Radio went silent on a 5 hour trip back home, no sound/seek/scan. Radio was on and display showed station, but no sound what so ever. Took to dealer and the said the head unit was dead. They replaced it with another used unit they had.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Jun 2022
Dec 2012 45260 mi C $220	Slight oil leak from rear diff caused by blocked vent causing pressure build up forcing oil past viscous coupler. Coupler replaced under warranty ($1100) I paid for new vent plus diff fluids front and back. Also 2 recalls no cost
Sep 2016 88040 mi C $700	Replaced front struts plus alignment Front and rear differentials leaking
May 2017 104160 mi	Recall under warranty for rear suspension control arms

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2012 - Mar 2014
Nov 2012 36580 mi	Replaced steering shaft Replaced steering shaft

Toyota RAV4 in Spain Feb 2011 - Sep 2016
Sep 2016 50840 mi €600	Coming back from a 3 week vacation, Rav4 started O.K, but then shut off. Called AAA and they changed battery, but told us Alternator was dead. Went to an independent shop and changed alternator. Now evaruthing itÂ´s O.K.

Toyota RAV4 in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada Aug 2008 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017 71300 mi C $500	Base pan rusted out. Did not get it fixed. Tired of Toyota service department always reaching into my wallet. Traded in the RAV4 and did not buy another Toyota product.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2022
Sep 2015 102000 mi US $280	Muffler replacement
Jul 2016 118800 mi US $622	calipers on the rear wheel had to be replaced. rotors and pads
Nov 2016 124100 mi US $330	Engine burned too much oil.

Toyota RAV4 in Iowa, United States May 2011 - Jan 2018
Jan 2018 120000 mi	Leaking oil

Toyota RAV4 in Rhode Island, United States May 2010 - Oct 2015
Aug 2011 24000 mi US $190	leaking water pump replaced, air cabin filter also replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Tennessee, United States Jul 2014 - Aug 2018
Aug 2015 86200 mi US $50	Using oil. About 1.5 quarts between changes. Have letter from Toyota about problem. Having oil consumption test run for next 3000 miles.
Oct 2015 87000 mi	Engine using oil. Had oil consumption test done. Not burning enough oil for warranty repair.
Sep 2017 106000 mi US $460	Altenator went out. Battery ruined.

Toyota RAV4 in Saskatchewan, Canada Oct 2014 - Dec 2014
Nov 2014 79460 mi	Oil leak in differential, repaired twice already and I need to go back again.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2008 - Jun 2018
Jun 2010 16120 mi C $110	Wheel rims are rusting ... will be covered under the 3 year warranty so decided to wait to just before the warranty expires April 2011. All is was regular maintenance
Apr 2011 21080 mi	All 4 wheels were replaced under warranty at no charge as they were rusting. Also had the regular maintenance done at this time.
Dec 2011 24800 mi C $285	lubricated pins etc
Nov 2012 31920 mi	Water pump was leaking ...covered under warranty ... no charge at all .. this is a 2008 !!

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada May 2014 - May 2015
Aug 2014 91760 mi C $200	Clock spring issue causing Air bag light to come on... had repaired by mechanic before receiving recall notice for same issue

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Sep 2016 - Jul 2018
Apr 2017 64500 mi US $50	Adjust loose parking brake
Jul 2018 73000 mi US $35	Door seal loose making closing the door difficult. Glued the strip

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in New South Wales, Australia Feb 2008 - Jan 2011
Jul 2008 3100 mi	Steering column and front passenger area vibration on rough road. Mechanic has identified the problem on the steering column but the other vibration. It will be fixed on next service schedule
Dec 2009 16740 mi	Exhaust smell inside the cabin sometimes. Dealer can't find any fault. According to dealer, it couldn't fuel with high sulphur content. Suggest to change fuel.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012 44000 mi US $523	Water Pump was leaking. New water pump was installed

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Tamaulipas, Mexico Dec 2011 - Dec 2012
Sep 2011 49600 mi $200	Replaced starter

Toyota RAV4 in Alabama, United States Aug 2015 - May 2016
Oct 2015 139700 mi US $35	TPMS went out
May 2016 143000 mi	TPMS never fixed, light always on.

Toyota RAV4 in Mississippi, United States May 2010 - Oct 2016
Oct 2010 56000 mi	Replaced mounting bushings to repair transmission gear whine. Parts replaced, but whine still there. New transmission on backorder.
Jan 2011 58000 mi	Installed rebuilt transmission to correct gear whine.
Aug 2014 85000 mi US $700	Water pump replaced.
Apr 2016 110000 mi US $370	Bad O2 sensor caused CEL.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Dec 2006 - Dec 2013
Feb 2010 27000 mi	Bad water pump--completely bad and undrivable, not just a leak

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Apr 2011 - Dec 2015
Dec 2013 81840 mi C $30	Brake oil tank empty. Very cold -48C. Also still on original pads.
Jun 2014 88040 mi C $135	Bendix was sticking. Dealer sells only the entire starter. Found just the needed parts from an independent seller. Parts cost only 76 CAD, labor 60.
Sep 2015 112840 mi C $6500	The oil pressure sending unit went out and the engine lost its oil. A check engine and 3 minutes later the engine stop. Replace with a used one, 104k from a crash car. Toyata in Saskatoon, SK Ca

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Apr 2009 - Sep 2012
Aug 2012 144800 mi	One year old toyota battery died out

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2018
Aug 2015 169000 mi US $850	Replace the heater core. Replaced coolant, a/c, etc, Also tires balance/rotate. Wheel alignment, Oil Change & lube, etc. Full maintenance.
Aug 2017 188000 mi US $500	Alternator replaced
Nov 2017 189000 mi US $350	replaced the entire wheel bearing assembly

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2016
Aug 2012 110900 mi US $500	replaced front struts
Apr 2013 115300 mi US $178	replaced faulty ignition coil
Jun 2015 130000 mi US $26	failed headlight bulb replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Aug 2007 - Nov 2011
Nov 2010 58000 mi	Water pump started making noise, which the dealer decided needed to be replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2021
Jul 2018 73000 mi US $600	Replaced an alternator

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2012 - Mar 2014
Oct 2012 67880 mi	Clicking sounds coming from steering wheel.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Nov 2010 - Dec 2011
Mar 2011 71300 mi C $1200	Water pump making rattling noise. Told it was bearing failure. Had to replace it (ridiculous cost and only at 115000km)

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States May 2011 - Apr 2012
Jun 2011 44000 mi US $400	Also had water pump replaced under warranty.
Dec 2011 48000 mi US $360	Replaced water pump but warranty covered it had a warning light on my dash come on intermitently. Had something to do with my 4wd
Mar 2012 50000 mi	Something with timing system that required them to pull the engine out of the car

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Sep 2010 - Mar 2014
Apr 2011 57300 mi US $987	Replace lower, middle steering shaft, stabilizer bar, control link.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Jan 2008 - Sep 2011
Mar 2010 38000 mi	Vehicle failed to start once several months ago, wiggling shifter alleviated problem. I later discovered a TSB (Tech Service Bulletin) for bad Transmission selector Park switch. Dealer honored TSB despite being 2K miles out of warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012	Traded RAV4 because lack confidence in Toyota's fix for unintended acceleration. The unintended acceleration happened from a stop with foot on the brake and caused a minor accident with my 9-month old also in the vehicle.

Toyota RAV4 in Kentucky, United States Oct 2007 - Dec 2014
Feb 2009 24000 mi	Leather drivers seat worn. Ordered cloth cover, then said they would have to send my Rav to another city approx 120 miles away. They have called me 2 times to fix this problem, but they want to send my vehicle out of town to be fixed without a loaner.
Oct 2009 30000 mi	Steering became loose and was emitting clunking noise. They installed a new steering intermediate shaft.
Jun 2010 37000 mi US $290	Driver's side window would not work. Had to buy new parts and have it fixed at dealer.
Sep 2014 60000 mi US $600	water pump and muffler replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Missouri, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2011
Sep 2010 32000 mi	Radio was erratic both display and on/off. Dealer replaced with new radio. No charge, under extended factory warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Saskatchewan, Canada Aug 2011 - Feb 2019
Mar 2014 79980 mi C $185	Front sway bar bushings required replacement
Apr 2014 80380 mi C $1288	Replace front struts , upper strut mounts & wheel alignment in conjunction. With strut replacement
Jan 2015 93000 mi C $630	Fuel to air ratio sensor required replacement. Problem was indicated by check engine light
Apr 2015 95060 mi	Heard grinding noise from rear while driving. Intermittent noise but got progressively louder. Rear differential coupler required replacement.
Dec 2016 112220 mi C $160	Dealer spent time diagnosing intermittent ignition coil failure. Took longer than normal to diagnose because of the intermittent nature of the problem. The dealer did not have parts on hand to replace the failed coil the same day so I had to return later to replace the part.
Jan 2017 112475 mi C $219	One ignition coil was intermittently failing which was diagnosed Dec 29 but they didn't have the parts on hand to repair it then. The "F" ignition coil was replaced and no issues since. The owner of the vehicle was initially notified of the issue in December when the check engine light, 4WD light and vehicle stability control light all lit up simultaneously.
Apr 2018 122760 mi C $590	One rear ignition coil failed. Check engine light came on indicating the problem. I replaced all 3 rear coils while in there, only reported on replacement cost of one coil since that is all that was required for the actual repair. The additional work was my decision to do as preventative.
Nov 2018 128340 mi C $3600	The transfer case seized and failed in a loud bang while driving. When the transfer case stopped turning, the transmission did not and the transmission got damaged requiring replacement as well. Parts used for the repair were used parts (dealer purchased salvage parts) which decreased the cost of the repairs.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2009 - Mar 2012
Dec 2009 49000 mi	Accessory drive belt was squealing. Took vehicle in to replace belt, dealer found that source of squealing was coolant leaking onto belt from water pump. Dealer ordered water pump and scheduled followup visit. Water pump replaced under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Delaware, United States Apr 2008 - Mar 2010
Feb 2009 14000 mi	Spare tire cover was off color. Dealer replaced with new spare tire cover. The replacement is still off color, but not as bad.

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States May 2009 - Dec 2012
Jun 2009 26000 mi	jan 2008 transmission was replaced,dec 2008 transmission was replaced again,june 2009 transmission was again replaced.due to input shaft failure,all was repaired under warranty.milage-8208,19192,25000,
Apr 2012 47300 mi	transmission had to be replaced---for the fourth time since since(june 2007) toyota replaced my 2007 i bought in april 2007 engine had 2 bad valves

Toyota RAV4 in Maine, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2018
Apr 2009 18000 mi US $89	Facia at bottom of windshield (external) broken
Apr 2010 30300 mi	Stereo display intermittently goes blank. Unit is uncontrollable when this happens. Only alternative is to shut down the engine to get the stereo to work. What also works sometimes is to run a finger across all the station select buttons.
Apr 2011 48000 mi	Plastic facia fwd of outside mirror, driver's door, bubbling up as if severe corrosion behind. Dealer removed piece. No corrosion. Apparently plastic is possibly breaking down. Declined repair and reinstalled facia piece.
Aug 2012 69600 mi US $121	Upon first engine start of the day, a squeaking sound can be heard from right front of the car. After some time running, perhaps 10 minutes, the sound goes away. Couldn't tell whether it was the alternator, belt or water pump. Replaced fan belt.
Dec 2012 76000 mi US $235	Broken left rear stabilizer link
Apr 2013 81000 mi US $807	There was a leak at the water pump. Replaced water pump and refilled cooling system.
Jun 2014 99000 mi US $1126	RIGHT REAR COIL SPRING AND ANTI-SWAY BAR BROKEN
Oct 2014 103800 mi US $678	Coolant being lost. Mechanic did a complete o-ring replacement on coolant hose behind motor mount. Muffler deteriorated. New one is one piece ($1300). SO cut pipe and installed after market muffler for a lot less.
Apr 2015 111200 mi	All tires badly worn on inside. Rear toe out of adjustment, couldn't adjust, had to replace rear suspension arms, upper arm assy, and toe adjuster assy. This after recall for arms. I paid only for new tires at cost.
Jun 2015 117000 mi	Check eng lite, 4WD lite, & VSC lite. Traced to emission control unit under car. Parts on order. It is drivable allthough there is no cruise control.
Jul 2015 117700 mi US $664	A new emission control unit costs $950.00. My service advisor worked to find a used one from a wreck and we got it for $350.00. It is installed and working great. It came with a one year guarantee. I sent his boss a note commending him for his efforts.
Mar 2016 127000 mi US $872	Brake cable would "hang up" during "sloppy" weather, i.e., ice, snow, melting snow. Released when temps went above freezing. Adjusted parking brake at handle and rear brake. Rattling noise from right rear. Trouble shot to loose baffles inside muffler which was replaced about 15 months ago. Replaced the muffler.
Apr 2017 140000 mi US $582	Passenger rear axle seal and rear pinion seal leaking. Removed rear differential assembly, replaced pinion and both side seals, reinstalled differential, topped fluid, ran up on lift and leak checked.
Jan 2018 148000 mi US $345	Rear cargo compartment door would not latch. Replaced door latch assembly.

Toyota RAV4 in Hawaii, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2018
Nov 2007 5000 mi	CD unit does not play or eject discs. Face shows error code; new unit ordered on 11/7 and as of 12/4 I am still waiting for unit to arrive.
Dec 2007 6000 mi	CD's wouldn't eject; Toyota ordered a new unit and after 5+ weeks, I had the new unit installed. Good as new.
Dec 2011 34000 mi US $500	Clunking sound when turning the steering wheel.
Sep 2016 55000 mi US $1200	New alternator needed.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2012 - Oct 2013
Sep 2013 58900 mi	Knocking when turning at low speeds. Injected lube into intermediate shaft -- temp fix.

Toyota RAV4 in Delaware, United States Dec 2008 - Apr 2012
Nov 2009 42000 mi US $582	Check engine light, VSC light and 4WD warning light came on. Found codes P0158, P2197. Needed to replace bank 2 airfuel sensor and O2 sensor
Aug 2010 56000 mi US $420	There was a clunking noise in steering column. Had to replace intermediate steering shaft. This is a known problem with this vehicle - TSB ST001-08.

Toyota RAV4 in Connecticut, United States Mar 2009 - Dec 2011
Apr 2010 31000 mi US $700	Replace water pump. Repair stuck sunroof. 30K Maintenance, Replace Water Pump, Repair Stuck Sunroof, Brake Pads and Turn Rotors,

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2012
Sep 2009 20000 mi	Left front leather seat bottom cover, vinyl side, cracking. Could be seen when left front door was open. Warranty repair.
Jun 2012 46000 mi	Lefthand driver's door lock

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2022
Jul 2015 53200 mi US $150	Sway bar end link broke.
Oct 2020 10 mi US $300	Waterpump

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Aug 2008 - Sep 2015
Jul 2010 20000 mi	replaced leather driver seat cover under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Jun 2010 - Aug 2016
Jan 2011 102200 mi	Transaxle Whine Noise; step 1 did not fix the whine so step 2 (transmission replacement) will need to be done
Mar 2011 67000 mi	Front differential leak; the plug was replaced
Jul 2011 72000 mi	CEL, VSC and 4WD lights came on. Turned out to be a fuel/emissions sensor that was replaced under warranty
Mar 2014 99000 mi	The front left shock absorber was leaking. It was replaced under extended warranty. Would have cost $325.00 without warranty.
Dec 2014 109000 mi US $1100	Water pump failed. Also needed maintenance.
Aug 2016 130000 mi	Steering rack needed replacement. $3600. Traded in vehicle.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States May 2010 - Nov 2019
Jun 2010 26000 mi	Stinky A/C repaired under Toyota Service Bulletin.
Jun 2013 53000 mi	Alternator went, taking the battery with it.
Dec 2014 57000 mi	Battery was replaced at 18 months as it wouldn't hold a charge. Under full warranty coverate
May 2017 62000 mi	Seat belt guides on seat frames were given extended plastic covers. Done under recall.

Toyota RAV4 in Saskatchewan, Canada Oct 2009 - Sep 2011
Jun 2010 52080 mi C $100	There were 2 plastic panels on the underside of the front end of the vehicle, one large and one small. The plastic panels lost connectors and dragged on the ground but was caught early. The second panel was same issue but panel replaced.
Jun 2011 76880 mi C $830	I noticed a noise in the engine compartment that shouldn't have been there. The dealership identified that the water pump needed replacing, ordered parts and fixed the issue.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 13000 mi	Tire Inflation warning light keeps coming on whenever we park on an even a slight incline. Tire pressure checks out okay, sensor is reset, and comes back on the next time we park on an incline. Doesn't go off until we take it to be reset.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2009
Dec 2008 27000 mi US $7400	Took RAV to Toyota dealer because of noise heard coming from engine. They determined it needed a new short block (engine) due to most of the oil leaking out. Firestone had installed defective oil filter o-ring 2 weeks before. Firestone paid for repair.
Feb 2009 30000 mi	I had lost the whole entire contents of my coolant overflow reservoir over a 4 week period of time so I wanted to check for a coolant leak.
Mar 2009 30000 mi	The vehicle had gotten very low gas mileage for the past 6 fill-ups so I took it in to see why. They pointed me to some gas mileage web site and said they didn't find anything wrong.

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States May 2008 - Feb 2020
May 2012 36600 mi US $700	Water pump failed and needed to be replaced.
Aug 2017 70000 mi US $100	Replaced a motor mount.

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Jan 2007 - Aug 2014
Aug 2010 62000 mi US $55	Car had trouble starting in the mornings. Dealership said they couldn't find the problem. They said it could be due to a build up on the throttle intake. They were wrong.
Dec 2011 69000 mi	Back door sensor doesn't always indicate the door is open causing issues such as the vehicle to auto-lock after a timeout.
Jun 2014 91000 mi US $400	Muffler had rusted through on the top. Had to cut it out and replace it.
Aug 2014 91000 mi	The door sensor failure was intermitent but continued to the day we traded it in. We never attempted a fix as we were planning to sell the car anyways. It was just annoying.

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Apr 2017 - Feb 2018
Jun 2017 118000 mi US $150	There was a vibration through the entire vehicle when running over bumps. Found worn rear shocks. Replaced with bilstien.

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States May 2007 - Jun 2016
Oct 2007 5000 mi	Intermittant display on the stereo, Ordered new one.
Jun 2015 59000 mi US $1	Replace leaking water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Oregon, United States Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008 14000 mi US $4	Blown horn fuse.
May 2009 27000 mi	Inside rear view mirror detached from windshield. Glue simply gave up. Not bumped or any dangly things hanging from mirror.

Toyota RAV4 in Iowa, United States Feb 2007 - Nov 2013
Sep 2007 6000 mi	TSB for faulty head unit... display problems. Also, noise from aux port... aux filter installed.
Jan 2009 27000 mi	All the lights came on the dash and vehicle would not go above 35-45mph. Was told it was likely caused by ice/snow buildup in wheels/wheel wells. Problem has not returned since.
Mar 2010 48000 mi	Waterpump making noise, determined that was main problem. Neutral safety switch faulty... would not start on occasion, then found on a forum that wiggling the shifter would allow start-up. Out of original warranty, but covered under extended. Idler bearing making noise, replaced with new. Covered by extended warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2022
Sep 2012 58000 mi	Replacement VVT-i oil supply hose, it sprung a leak . I found out Later this hose was covered by a limited service campaign.m
Oct 2012 58300 mi	Clunking felt through steering wheel, fixed by replacement of intermediate steering shaft
Oct 2017 93000 mi US $300	Failure of #5 coil on plug as evidenced by code. Replaced all 3 coil on plugs on back bank of engine, replaced all 6 spark plugs and replaced intake manifold plenum gaskets.

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Jan 2015 - Jan 2018
Sep 2017 129580 mi C $250	Aftermarket remote start (installed by previous owner) shorted out and affected factory wiring harness. Vehicle completely useless until the whole remote start system was removed.
Jan 2018 133300 mi C $300	another failed ignition coil

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Jun 2012 - Mar 2023
Dec 2017 71300 mi C $1000	pads and rotors replaced again - sooner than I would have expected.
Mar 2023 125860 mi C $2108	replace main driveshaft Replace rear pads and rotors No Control of temperature and air flow on right side vents, blowing hot air at all times

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Jun 2008 - Mar 2018
Feb 2013 47000 mi US $1155	Water pump leaking; replaced.
Dec 2014 60000 mi US $170	Oxygen sensor failed. tripped code P0606, illuminating check engine light, all whell drive light, and stability control light.
Mar 2016 67000 mi US $400	Left rear wheel sensor failed, causing the 4WD, ABS, ASC, and Brake lights to illuminate on the instrument panel.
Sep 2017 74000 mi US $1600	Evaporative emissions canister failed.

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2007 - Jun 2018
Jun 2008 12000 mi	Radio display problem
Nov 2011 42000 mi US $100	Faulty Caliper on left front
Jun 2013 52000 mi	muffler replacement
Sep 2013 54000 mi	rear seals water pump
Sep 2014 58000 mi	pinion seal
Jan 2018 86000 mi US $100	Bad battery was replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Oklahoma, United States Nov 2006 - Apr 2009
Dec 2008 14000 mi	Noise when left front door opens. Left front door inner center strap replaced. Problem solved.

Toyota RAV4 in Oregon, United States Dec 2006 - Oct 2015
Jun 2009 24000 mi	Radio display failed. Subject of TSB.
Jan 2011 42200 mi	Steering knock. Parts replaced in accordance with TSB-0318-08.
Sep 2013 57000 mi	Replacement of water pump

Toyota RAV4 in Utah, United States Jul 2017 - Feb 2022
Oct 2021 123000 mi US $400	Replaced seals that went from rear differential to the cv joints. They were leaking oil.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2016 - Nov 2021
Jul 2016 161820 mi C $600	Water pump noisy. Replaced, along with serpentine belt.
Mar 2018 184760 mi C $700	Timing belt tensioner and idler pulley

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Feb 2007 - May 2012
Apr 2008 9920 mi C $600	Steering shaft knocking noise: tsb from Toyota.
May 2010 31000 mi	water pump bearing failure, common problem on 2006-2008 rav4 Replaced water pump
Mar 2012 45260 mi	Leaking transfer case seal Leaking transfer case again
Apr 2012 45260 mi	Transfer case leak cause by broken transmission shaft. New transmission was installed. New transmission locked up on highway when I was leaving the dealership, leaving almost 130feet of rubber on the road. 3rd transmission was installed, after 3 days the 3rd transmission failed the same way the 1st did, downshifting to 1st gear for no reason when going 45mph, front wheels lock up, lose control.
May 2012 45260 mi	Dealer tried to reproduce problem, no error codes. Couple days later, 4th transmission did same thing in a parking lot. Toyota Canada didn't believe. Dealership put me in 2012 Rav4 at low cost since they might have caused the recent problems.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2013 - Oct 2013
Oct 2013 86000 mi	brake check valve needed replaced. There is a TSB for this, caused a buzzing sound when applying brakes that came from dashboard area.

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Jan 2014 - Jan 2022
Feb 2014 123300 mi C $245	ignition coil
Jun 2014 135160 mi	Engine light came on scanned found ignition coil was bad. Replaced ignition coil Muffler has perforation from rust, replaced under a recall Drivers side sun visor falling down HVAC controls not moving properly hard to move vet stuck in one position
Oct 2014 141540 mi	Air bag warning came on called toyota canada they said there was a recall for the spiral cable but parts are not available yet so they have not released the recall .air bags will not deploy when light is on
Nov 2014 143220 mi	gear noise from rear of rav4, electromagnetic coupler. cost of repair will be $1200. have not done repair toyota may have a special warranty still waiting for response from toyota.
Mar 2015 149420 mi	the rear coupler was replaced under warranty
Apr 2017 193440 mi C $400	Replaced front struts
Aug 2021 265980 mi C $60	REPLACED WHEEL BEARING

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2013 - Dec 2015
Nov 2014 53000 mi US $500	noisy intermediate steering shaft

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Jan 2013 - Jul 2018
Jul 2015 36000 mi US $374	Rusty muffler causing noises.
Apr 2016 39700 mi US $450	Water pump leaking and making noises to replace a new water pump. The labor cost is high to replace a water pump on V6 engine.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2012 - Jun 2022
Oct 2014 92260 mi C $120	Service engine light came on. Code reader indicated B2 S2 oxygen sensor reading low. Replaced sensor with new part.
Jan 2016 96760 mi C $505	Left rear stabilizer bolt was broken. Replaced bolt and cushion washers on left and right rear stabilizers.
May 2016 106020 mi C $970	Water pump started to make loud Rattling noise. Dealer service replaced water pump and replaced serpentine belt.
Oct 2016 108380 mi C $792	Growling noise started at 70 to 80 kmph. As time progressed the noise could be heard starting at 60 kph to 80 kph. The growling noise was steady and did not change pitch with speed increase. Dealer shop diagnosed & replaced rr wheel bearing.
Apr 2017 114080 mi C $120	Rear suspension was making loud thud noise when driving over small road cracks or small pot holes. Replaced 2 rear shock absorbers.
Sep 2021 147762 mi C $448	Oil leak started at left front inner cv shaft seal. Service department replaced leaking seal and topped up transmission fluid. Checked wheel alignment after seal repair was completed.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jul 2007 - Jul 2022
Apr 2008 11000 mi	Power/volume button ceased functioning at 'random' intervals.
Aug 2010 40000 mi	Volume issues and a high pitched sound could be heard when using the AUX input with various devices.
Aug 2013 77300 mi	Transmission suffered from a known issue, generating a loud whine. A TSB was issued for this problem, so I asked them to replace the transmission as the TSB recommends.
Sep 2013 78000 mi	After picking up the car from my previous repair trip, the steering wheel was no longer aligned.
Jun 2016 90000 mi US $250	CV shaft required replacement
Jul 2022 130 mi US $500	A/C wasn't cold enough anymore, recharge resolved this issue.

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Aug 2007 - Sep 2016
Aug 2008 17360 mi	Display on JBL radio/CD player was cut off. Sometimes I could not turn the radio off-- some sort of electronics malfunction. Dealer replaced entire radio with no hassle or debate. Happy with resolution. Replacement working well so far. Front passenger/driver side windows rattle when closed and driving-- very annoying. Rattle occurance depends on wind speed and direction. Dealer thought I said it occured when the window was OPEN and could not replicate. Will look at it next oil change.
Oct 2008 20460 mi	Dealer attempted to fix window rattle in both front side windows that occurs while driving. Dealer added weatherstripping but repair is unsuccessful. Will advise the dealer and have them attempt repair again.
Jan 2011 84520 mi	Left rear boot was twisted, starting to make noise. Replaced the whole unit under warranty.
Jul 2011 61380 mi	Making a thunking noise in back end when turning tightly and going over bumps. Could not be replicated while in the shop. Told to come back when hear it again. (I live 110 kms away, so not easy to get there immediately after hearing it!!)
Sep 2012 85560 mi C $1600	I had a leak in the rear axle and also had to replace the water pump.
Jun 2013 96100 mi C $398	The rear stabilizers were cracked and had to be replaced. The car exhibited lots of vibration in the back and it was noisier than usual to drive.

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Jun 2007 - Feb 2017
Feb 2017 43000 mi US $985	Water pump bearing failure

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Sep 2016 109000 mi US $1000	Water pump replacement
Dec 2016 111000 mi US $700	Rusted parking brake cable replaced
Mar 2018 126000 mi US $46	Left headlight went out. I replaced both left and right headlights.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2016 - Jul 2018
Nov 2016 209000 mi US $2160	Steering rack was replaced because it was binding.
Jul 2018 225000 mi US $625	Replaced front pads and rotors after only 30,000 miles. sitting too long was stated to be the cause.

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2017
Oct 2007 9000 mi	Display on Radio would occasionally display unreadable characters. Connection to negative battery post corroded requiring replacement of battery cable. Radio Replaced Battery cable replaced
Oct 2010 63782 mi US $400	Replace Intermediate Steering Shaft. After complaint of snapping or popping action in steering when turning. Replace Intermediate Steering Shaft. After complaint of snapping or popping action in steering when turning.
Mar 2011 72000 mi US $760	Water Pump failure - pump replaced
Feb 2013 112000 mi US $300	Check Engine light + 4wd + vsc light came on. Diagnosed as DTC P0352 #2 Igniter DTC. Replaced #2 Cylinder Ignition Coil.
Jun 2014 141000 mi US $300	hole in muffler.
Mar 2015 155000 mi US $200	Broken right side sway bar link
Sep 2015 166000 mi US $500	Replace Right front wheel bearing.
Jul 2016 184300 mi US $400	Replace defective left front bearing.
Oct 2016 191700 mi US $200	Replace failing coil on #4 cyl

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Jul 2015 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015 100000 mi	Rack and Pinion was in need of repair. Known issue from Toyota (TSB) , but not covered under recall.

Toyota RAV4 in Delaware, United States Mar 2007 - Jun 2009
Dec 2007 8000 mi	Evap canister had leak. CEL came on.
Dec 2008 23000 mi	Evap canister leak.

Toyota RAV4 in Maryland, United States Jun 2014 - Sep 2016
Apr 2016 177500 mi US $250	Right rear wheel bearing replaced

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States May 2008 - Jan 2022
Apr 2012 69700 mi US $600	water pump leaked
Dec 2014 110000 mi US $250	Ecu got messed up. Dealer replaced some fuses.
Nov 2020 194000 mi US $200	Alternator Replacement with a Remanufactured one. Head gasket cover replacement

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Oct 2010 - Jul 2011
Nov 2010 54000 mi	Driver and rear cargo power door lock actuators intermittent. Removed actuators, disassembled, removed and disassembled actuator motors, cleaned motor commutator contacts and reassembled. The problem was fixed by this and the locks work.
Dec 2010 56000 mi	Passenger power door lock motor went out. I took it out of the car and rebuilt/cleaned the motor. I also did the same on the remaining doors as preventative maintenance since it already went out on 2 doors now. They all work perfect now.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2013
May 2011 47000 mi US $180	Right tie rods very loose, replaced them to get rid of thunk in steering.
Dec 2011 52000 mi US $640	Another brake job, this one with both the calipers and the pads needing to be replaced due to excessive wear. Front end this time.
Jun 2012 57000 mi US $2300	Tie rod was supposed to have been fixed in May 2011, had to have the entire front end replaced in June of 2012. Cost $2300.
Jul 2012 57200 mi US $330	Rear shocks were shot, replaced them on advice of service manager.

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Apr 2014 - Dec 2015
Jun 2014 79000 mi US $770	had a rough idle so they cleaned the throttle body
Feb 2015 87000 mi US $150	rough idle. Replaced spark plugs.
Mar 2015 88000 mi	Started oil test for oil leak.
Oct 2015 92300 mi US $1200	Struts needed to be replaced and alignment. Alignment wasn't possible due to a recall on the rear lower control arm being glued together. Toyota won't fix. Belly Plate broke and was replaced.
Dec 2015 94000 mi	burning a quart of oil every 1000 miles. Toyota refused fix, claimed didn't burn enough oil.

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Oct 2011 - Mar 2014
Dec 2012 96000 mi US $500	Alternator replaced, along with battery.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States May 2016 - Jul 2018
Jun 2017 129000 mi	The motor burned a quart of oil internally every few weeks. There is a warranty extension for 4 cylinder RAVs and camrys to fix the issue. Basically the motor was rebuilt to remedy issue.

Toyota RAV4 in Arizona, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2017
Mar 2014 155000 mi US $50	The RAV4 started losing oil from the valve cover. Valve cover gasket was replaced and it has not lost any more oil in the month that has passed by since.
Apr 2016 202200 mi US $647	Battery light came on. Wouldn't start soon after. Replaced alternator. Water pump started making a noise. Had been slowly leaking for at least a couple of weeks
Aug 2017 241000 mi US $90	Changed the transmission fluid, strainer and gasket because the gasket was leaking.

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Mar 2009 - Feb 2017
Mar 2013 32000 mi	Leaking Waterpump, timing belt tensioner, 2 recalls
Oct 2013 37000 mi	Said water pump was leaking, had to remove oil pan, finished repair, got home and the pan was leaking, took it back and was repaired under 7 year extended warranty both trios.
Oct 2016 43000 mi US $655	Pat Lobb's Toyota had broken both front struts while repairing a TBS Recall on the rear stabilize, but failed to inform us. After driving it home (25 miles) we had to take it back, but dealer refused to accept responsibility for both struts.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Aug 2014 - Sep 2016
Feb 2016 121600 mi US $160	differential started to leak. Mechanic replaced the seal. Oil leaked from the front struts. All four were replaced.
May 2016 128000 mi US $40	Fail oil consumption test. Awaiting warranty repair
Jul 2016 128200 mi	Failed oil consumption test. Dealer replaced piston ring.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Mar 2016 - Aug 2018
May 2016 110000 mi US $630	Noticed gear oil on rear differential. Diagnosis was both axle seals and front coupler/seal needed to be replaced. Also found one of the rear sway bars was broken.
Oct 2017 114924 mi US $571	Driveshaft had to be rebuilt. Both universal joints were shot. Symptoms were extreme vibrations while driving.
Aug 2018 118000 mi US $200	Noise coming from alternator. Mechanics diagnosed as a bad diode.

Toyota RAV4 in New South Wales, Australia Dec 2015 - Jul 2018
Oct 2016 89160 mi A $285	Rocker cover gasket as well as timing cover gasket.

Toyota RAV4 in Utah, United States Jul 2016 - Oct 2016
Jul 2016 117000 mi US $87	Radiator hose Y-connection started leaking.

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Feb 2007 - Sep 2016
Aug 2015 80200 mi US $725	New alternator.

Toyota RAV4 in Kentucky, United States Jan 2011 - Sep 2018
Jun 2011 75000 mi US $1400	Vapor canister

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009 35000 mi	I have a 2007 rav4 base I4 engine, and turning the steering wheel either left or right would emit a "thunk" sound coming from the steering column and sometimes through the floor. There is a TSB on this and I heard this was common with the 06-07 year rav4.

Toyota RAV4 in Indiana, United States Feb 2023 - Feb 2023
Feb 2023 184000 mi US $550	There was a leak in my windshield causing water to drain onto my ECU. This caused multiple issues. The car would run fine but all the dash lights (excluding the check engine light) would turn on and the gauges would go dead. We repaired the windshield hoping the ECU would dry and it would be fine. This worked for a week or so but then the dash went dead again and the power steering went out as well. There was also another occasion where my check engine light had turned on as well which we were told could be apart of the ECU problem as well.

Toyota RAV4 in New Hampshire, United States Dec 2020 - Jul 2022
Jun 2022 124000 mi US $525	Incorrect brake pads put on by previous owner.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Oct 2009 - Jun 2011
Nov 2009 29918 mi	Catalytic converter and exhaust pipe. Warranty repair

Toyota RAV4 in Vermont, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016 114000 mi	Excessive oil consumption. Engine is getting more and more noisy. Dealer said it was normal.
Oct 2017 135000 mi US $50	Dealer stated that "engine oil consumption is normal." Still must add 1 quart oil every 900-1100 miles or oil doesn't register on dipstick.
May 2018 141000 mi US $75	Broken rear sway bar links. Warped front rotors causing bad shake when braking.

Toyota RAV4 in Michigan, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2009 6437 mi	Had three warning lights coming on intermittently. VSC was one of them. Warranty repair - replaced the ECM (computer) module.

Toyota RAV4 in Queensland, Australia Oct 2010 - Apr 2017
Nov 2010 38440 mi	Rear windscreen washer motor replaced. Seal on outside of front window loose, not repaired as not genuine window.
Mar 2012 46500 mi A $130	Replaced electrical circuit for brake assembly that was causing the ABS light to go on randomly.
Aug 2013 51460 mi	Fuel tank leak from loose hose connection. Mechanic told me he thought it was from their recent service and they failed to tighten the hose properly he didn't charge for it.

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jul 2011 - Mar 2018
Jan 2012 44000 mi US $99	Change Battery, flush and change brake fluid
Apr 2015 81300 mi US $288	Remove and replace rear stabilizer bar ,sway bar link and control link on both sides.
Sep 2015 86000 mi US $300	exhaust leak
Jul 2017 98000 mi US $650	oil consumption . Rebild all engine

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada May 2009 - Jul 2011
Jul 2011 39680 mi	Water pump identified as leaking and repaired under warrantee

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States May 2008 - Sep 2013
Jun 2012 54000 mi US $512	Alternator failed and ruined the battery in the process...
Sep 2013 72000 mi	Exhaust rotted out.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
Mar 2014 130000 mi	car losing oil but, not leaking onto floor. repair could cost up ward of $2000 or more. For that going to wait till next year and buy new car. Just going to add oil till then. Also recall for breaks.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2012 - Jun 2016
Sep 2015 66000 mi	Check for oil consumption. Dealer said does not burn enough oil for repairs. 3 qts in 5000 miles. I don't think it should burn any oil at 66000 miles on engine

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States May 2008 - Sep 2010
Jun 2008 9000 mi	Emergency brake needed adjustment.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Jun 2022
May 2015 98120 mi C $200	Rear sway bar links broken on both sides
Feb 2016 105400 mi C $50	Vehicle stability control warning light on. Yaw sensor required calibration.
Jul 2016 107880 mi C $350	O2 sensor replaced middle muffler replaced
Oct 2016 110980 mi C $260	Alternator failed. Replaced with reman
Feb 2017 112466 mi C $700	Severe drivetrain vibration. Driveshaft to rear had siezed joints. Driveshaft overhauled and reinstalled. Noisy suspension. Replacesd sway bar bushings Battery failed. Replaced
Apr 2017 113768 mi C $1100	Drive shaft to rear needed overhaul due to extreme vibration while driving
Dec 2021 161772 mi C $141	Repair exhaust leak

Toyota RAV4 in New Hampshire, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012
Feb 2012 111000 mi	replaced driveshaft to rear wheels - failed

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Mar 2012 - Sep 2013
Nov 2012 53980 mi C $140	front caliper seized

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Jalisco, Mexico Nov 2012 - Jan 2017
Jan 2014 55580 mi $100	Brake pump normal wear.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Iowa, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007 16000 mi	Booming exhaust noise 54-60 MPH in 5th gear, goes away when shifted to 4th gear.
Mar 2008 20000 mi	Replaced intermediate steering shaft to fix "steering knock", TSB. Replaced passenger sun visor, wouldn,t stay in place. Replaced bottom access covers on outside mirrors (they rattle at road speed and cause rattling wind noise).

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Nova Scotia, Canada Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 142600 mi	Replaced battery and alternator Battery died and had to be replaced

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in South Carolina, United States Dec 2009 - Mar 2018
Feb 2010 55300 mi	oil leaked in driveway. Had to take it to dealer for repair. Picked car up next day. The gasket had failed, causing the oil leak.
Jul 2016 113700 mi US $450	Was informed at an oil change visit that the water pump was leaking and would need replacing. Nothing noticeable from driving but went ahead and replaced it per dealer recommendation

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States May 2014 - Dec 2018
Oct 2014 123000 mi	Oil line broke under warranty.
Feb 2015 130000 mi US $98	Coil plugs went bad and replaced all six. This should last me 40k miles or so before needing to be replaced again.
Sep 2015 144000 mi US $520	Alternator needed to be replaced didn't produce a charge.
Feb 2016 153100 mi US $100	Front coil went bad, replaced.
Sep 2016 169000 mi US $50	Coil replaced.
Jan 2017 155500 mi US $223	Broken wheel studs, all on same wheel, replaced for 25. new brake pads.
Apr 2017 183000 mi US $65	Replaced all coils with some used ones hoping these should be better than the cheap china ones. Time will tell.
Aug 2018 207000 mi US $75	Replaced brake pads front and rear.

Toyota RAV4 in Hawaii, United States Jul 2006 - Dec 2013
Dec 2011 71000 mi	Door lock malfunction and door switch malfunction

Toyota RAV4 in Texas, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2017
Jan 2011 75000 mi US $550	Steering shaft was making noise Replaced under extened warranty
May 2011 80000 mi US $300	Ignition coil throwing code Replaced
Nov 2015 150000 mi US $4000	Struts and caps and tie rod ends needed replacing

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Oct 2012 - Oct 2014
Jul 2012 83000 mi US $2500	During both-axles brake pad & rotor resurface job, oil leak from timing cover, and failed water pump were discovered. Motor was pulled, water pump was replace, and timing-chain cover was re-sealed, fixing oil leak.

Toyota RAV4 in Louisiana, United States Oct 2010 - Aug 2017
Nov 2010 62500 mi	There was a recall that I forgot about for an oil hose. The hose busted. Toyota towed in my vehicle and fixed it for free even though I was out of warranty.
Mar 2015 104000 mi US $150	Hub assembly. Not that hard to change. Fixed noise while driving.
May 2016 117700 mi US $350	Brake booster replaced

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States May 2006 - Dec 2009
Jan 2009 31000 mi	Clunking in the power steering when turning at slow speeds.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Prince Edward Island, Canada Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 35340 mi	Bolt holding drivers side window fell out, and window would not close.

Toyota RAV4 in Alabama, United States Dec 2008 - Sep 2014
Feb 2013 98700 mi US $200	Received check engine light and engine was running on 5 cylinders. EDU code reported faulty ignition coil on #6 cylinder. Replaced with no further issues.
Aug 2014 106000 mi US $800	Squealing noise coming from serpentine belt area. Replaced tensioner, alternator bearing, both idler pulleys, and serpentine belt.

Toyota RAV4 in New South Wales, Australia Apr 2008 - Jul 2009
May 2008 18600 mi A $129	Tow bar wiring was loose, had to be refitted and secured.
Jul 2009 24800 mi	Steering shudder fix.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2007 - Jul 2014
Jan 2011 61500 mi	2006 Rav4's are prone to a "clunk" in their steering at low speed. Toyota has a Tech Bulletin on this--a poorly designed intermediate steering rod. They won't repair unless under warranty. They say not a safety issue, so I left it.
Nov 2011 99000 mi US $190	Axle seal began to leak, with no warning. Replaced seal, leak fixed. Runs fine.
Feb 2013 110800 mi US $335	Broken. Possibly caused by recall repair done. Dealer performed recall and reported broken part. Brought to my usual mechanic, and due to rust/rot the part could have broken by recall repair.
Jul 2014 122000 mi	Steering clunk.

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Mar 2007 - Aug 2010
Jul 2007	Reset engine, FWD and VSC lights
Sep 2007 US $100	Replaced windshield
Jan 2009 21900 mi	TSB to replace steering shaft
May 2010 25800 mi US $290	Had to replace fuel-air sensor Replaced faulty fuel-air sensor

Toyota RAV4 in Alabama, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2018
Oct 2010 36000 mi	Tranny whine. Repaired by TSB, but the whine immediately came back. Next step is tranny swap under warranty. New transmission ordered, but on backorder.
May 2011 39000 mi	tranny replaced
Jun 2011 40000 mi	Engine knock started in early June 2011. I took it to the dealership, they kept it for 5 days, admitted the knocking noise was there but decided it was "normal" and no repairs would be authorized under warranty.
Aug 2011 41000 mi US $100	Inner CV joint leaking grease. Sealed using cheap ghetto method but it actually works. replaced ignition coils. they had signs of failure.
Aug 2014 49000 mi	Stuck pin, abnormal pad wear. Pins required greasing.
Nov 2014 51000 mi	TPMS light. Error code indicated problem with one of the senders. Error cleared and didn't appear since.
Jun 2015 54000 mi	TPMS light on, dead transmitter battery
Mar 2017 63000 mi US $100	battery failed

Toyota RAV4 in South Carolina, United States Aug 2007 - Dec 2013
Feb 2008 17000 mi	VSC, 4WD and other check lights went on; no problem found at the dealer when car was driven to the dealership; check at dealership took 1 1/2 hours.
Sep 2008 20000 mi	VSC, 4WD and other check lights went on; no problem found at the dealer.
Dec 2009 36000 mi	intermediate steering shaft replaced
Apr 2012 54000 mi US $200	Cold-start problem with longer than normal crank time. First attempt was to clean throttle body; second was to replace battery after spending 3 days in the shop

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Jul 2007 - Jan 2012
Jan 2007 744 mi	Radio LCD Repair
Jun 2008 6200 mi	External AUX power noise repair
Jul 2008 6262 mi	Water pump repair.
Jan 2009 10540 mi C $150	ECM replacement for highway drone.
Jan 2010 34720 mi	Water pump reservoir level noticed low with coolant splashes visible around. Unable to find location of coolant leak.
Sep 2010 47120 mi C $550	Alternator making grinding noise during car shutdown. Alternator bearing needing replacement - $500 estimate. VVTi fix - was told it was normal function until now. Diagnosed instead of alternator problem.
Feb 2011 50800 mi	Loud transmission whine, initial stage one fix (dampening, replaced rotor bearing) as per TSB (unsuccessful).
Mar 2011 51460 mi	Whining transmission noise (TSB), under warranty, Unsuccessful - replaced engine mounts
Apr 2011 51960 mi	Re-machined gears replaced as per TSB for transmission whine. Car now idles quite rough. Water pump leaking again, replaced under powertrain warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2009 - Mar 2012
Feb 2011 43400 mi	Exhaust making noise and leaking. Installed new Exhaust muffler pipe assembly and gaskets
May 2011 46500 mi C $50	Sound in the front left shock absorber

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States May 2009 - Jun 2012
Jun 2009 38000 mi	Finally was able to show evidence of the water pump leak to dealer. They concurred and ordered replacement pump. Car was left overnight with the dealer for water pump replacement. Dealer provided free rental car. No problems noted since replacement.
Oct 2010 53000 mi US $1000	Power steering light had illuminated with attendant loss of power assist. Power steering ECU was faulty and replaced by dealer. They provided the part free under a "goodwill warranty" while I paid for labor.
Mar 2011 59000 mi	Steering intermediate half-shaft TSB.
Sep 2011 68000 mi US $700	Left front strut found leaking. Replaced both front struts and rear shocks.

Toyota RAV4 in Quebec, Canada Jul 2009 - Apr 2017
Dec 2012 47740 mi C $124	replace the ignition coil on cylinder 6
Mar 2014 55800 mi C $125	rear sway bar link broke. replace left and right link.
Jul 2014 58900 mi C $1200	Replace de U joint (I (owner) paid the bill) Replace rear coupler (Dealer paid this part) Replace diff. o-ring (I paid part only) Recall on rear suspension.
Jul 2015 64060 mi C $200	change front shocks

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2006 - Jul 2018
Oct 2006 13000 mi	Glove box mechanism did not operate properly. Part ordered, it will be fully covered under warrenty
Mar 2008 34000 mi	Steering was making a knocking or popping sound in a hard turn, like when pulling out of a parking space. There is a service bulletin on the issue.
Jul 2008 39000 mi	Popping sound was fixed. Apparently there was a service notice out on the problem.
Nov 2009 61000 mi	Ignition coil on cylinder 4 failed leak in engine gasket leak in transmission seal. Ignition coil on cylinder 2 failed and was replaced 200 miles after coil 4 failed.
Mar 2011 82000 mi US $500	All four sensors that determine the operation of the catalytic convertor failed
Apr 2014 112000 mi US $300	Needed replacement
Jul 2018 134000 mi US $800	Control Arms

Toyota RAV4 in Colorado, United States Apr 2006 - Jun 2023
Feb 2009 25000 mi	1 upper brake light LED bulb went out. Had to replace lightboard.
Jul 2010 33500 mi	Passenger seat lever spring. Seat stopped coming up and would lay flat. Replaced defective spring.
Jun 2013 52000 mi US $350	Replaced Ignition coil on #6 cylinder.
Jan 2023 99000 mi US $400	Struts, Sway bars, Ball Joints, Outer tie rods
Feb 2023 101000 mi US $100	Intermediate steering shaft

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Jun 2006 - Dec 2016
Oct 2006 6000 mi	Center console Rattle - Shop fixed using felt strips. Rattle significantly diminished, not entirely gone.
Mar 2010 71000 mi	Steering Column was not right - was making noise on turns. They replaced.
Apr 2013 131700 mi US $450	Sway bar replacement and rear axle seals replaced

Toyota RAV4 in Maine, United States Jan 2007 - Dec 2010
May 2007 10000 mi	Radio Display issues: LCD "garbled". Radio/CDs still functioned. Toyota TSB for repair "if customer complains". During heavy rain, water ingress via fresh air intake drops into passenger footwell. Covered by Toyota TSB. Repair "if customer complains." "Clunk" after using parking brake. Covered by Toyota TSB "if customer complains".
Jun 2007 10000 mi	Window leak. Repaired with TSB - updated brake parts.
Mar 2010 52000 mi	Slow leak was identified in the water pump during routine oil change maintenance. Shop replaced pump under power train warranty. Would have been close to 8 hours of labor plus parts outside of warranty.
Sep 2010 62000 mi	The mid steering shaft had loosened so that I had a clunk when going over bumps in turns. Dealer replaced under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Georgia, United States Feb 2006 - Feb 2017
Jan 2007 28000 mi	The trailer hitch wiring harness was not working -- one side did not flash the light or brake. Toyota dealer removed the old harness and installed a complete new one without charge!
Jun 2007 26000 mi	Replacement of JBL radio -- display problem -- the display showed all pixals instead of the letters. This was covered in a TSB -- but it failed in the car and was replaced because of failure.
Oct 2007 28000 mi	The tow package wiring harness was not working on one side -- no brake or turn signal light. Toyota replaced the entire wiring haness -- and it ws covered under warranty.
Jun 2008 36000 mi	Front Struts needed replacing at 36000 miles. Dealer paid for parts, I paid labor -- it was 200 miles out of warrantee. Leaking oil pan -- replaced gasket.
Sep 2008 38000 mi	The ECU was replaced -- there was a Service Bulletin covering the problem -- resonence at highway speeds.
Aug 2009 50000 mi	Replaced Cam sub-assembly. Found a minor leak during an oil change. Was covered under a service bulletin.
Oct 2009 55000 mi US $1200	Rear tie-rod broke. Replaced parts after parts bent when the tie rod broke while driving. Parts repaired were: arm assembly, 48710-0R010 RR Suspension Arm assembly, trailing (48780-42010) Rear tie-rod broke. Replaced parts after parts bent when the tie rod broke while driving. Parts repaired were: arm assembly, 48710-0R010 RR Suspension Arm assembly, trailing (48780-42010) Arm assembly, upper control (48790-42020)
Mar 2011 75000 mi US $600	The ignition coil failed for one of the cylinders ... it was an intermittant failure so the car ran rough. While there also had the rear brakes replaced, fuel system cleaned, and oil change.
Jul 2012 100000 mi US $200	I had to replace the leaking transmission gasket.
Mar 2013 112000 mi US $330	Replaced two of the coils, and had to tighten the manifold.
Apr 2013 112500 mi US $250	Alternator and battery had to be replaced.
Aug 2016 141600 mi	VVTI Oil line repair Both Rear Shocks

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Feb 2006 - Jan 2011
Nov 2006 5000 mi	I had problems with the display in the radio. This has been a known issue in the 2006 RAV4's. Replaced 6 CD (Non JBL) radio due to display problem
May 2007 10000 mi	One day when I started the car the P/S light came on and the power steering seemed stiffer than norman. Turning the car off & restarting it right away did not stop the problem. After the car was off & restarted later it was OK. Passerger window clunks
Feb 2009 25000 mi	Windshield wiper on rear window stopped working.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2006 - Jul 2013
Jul 2009 31000 mi	engine light and VSC light came on. Codes said needed new O2 sensor. Parts were backordered 1 day. Fixed within a few hours. No charge thanks to extended warranty. Phew!
Jul 2010 39560 mi C $750	Routine maintenance found crack in water pump. Replaced under extended warranty - no charge Replaced catalytic converter and part of exhaust. Problems were found during routine service. No charge thanks to extended warranty. Replaced bearing (sp?) in differential. Also covered by extended warranty.
Feb 2012 53720 mi	Heard a sporadic clunk sound. Took car to dealer & sway bars (rear suspension) broken. Covered under extended warranty. No charge.
Mar 2013 62620 mi C $65	1x ignition coil faulty

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2010 - Feb 2012
Oct 2011 142500 mi US $483	Two tiny holes in the muffler. Replaced the muffler system, after five years it was time.
Jan 2012 150000 mi US $561	I have been having another problem my check engine+vsc+4wd light keep coming on have received multiple quotes from 189- 1200 as to what the issue may be coil cylinders or o2 sensor but no one knows for sure. Misfiring all 6 cylinders had to replace two ignition coils, this is third time now in two years. I do wish Toyota would do something to correct this ongoing problem, I have written to Toyota...no response

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jul 2006 - Mar 2010
Jul 2007 14000 mi	TSB / Drone Noise & Vibration at Highway Speeds TC006-07

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2006 - Jul 2016
Jul 2007 18250 mi	Warranty replacement of defective radio
Aug 2007 17000 mi	Replace defective radio
Jan 2011 55200 mi	muffler rusted out. Because the muffler and cat converter are the same assembly, this was considered a warranty item.
Dec 2013 70000 mi US $800	Ignition coil

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Nov 2006 - Dec 2011
Apr 2007 20000 mi	Rumble at ~60mph, determined to be 4wd computer. Passenger seat doesn't return upright after reclined without lifting up on the seat. Rear passenger side seat rattles as if it's not properly latched into place. They will be looking at it when I have the vehicle back for the other problems.
Jun 2007 23000 mi	Rumble at 60MPH fixed with new 4x4 computer. Seat return was fixed with new more powerful springs in the passenger seat. Rear seat rattle was fixed after seat was disassembled and reassembled and latch cables properly adjusted.
May 2011 66900 mi US $130	Noticed hesitation during driving, then check engine light and 4wd and stability control lights came on. Scanned code, found bad ignition coil, replaced coil, all good.

Toyota RAV4 in Nova Scotia, Canada Nov 2006 - Feb 2010
Jun 2007 13640 mi	Droning in the drive train between 90 and 100kph. A TSB has been issued and the fix is replacing the 4WD ECU. Part has been ordered and am waiting for a call when it comes in.
Jul 2007 14880 mi	4WD ECU replaced and droning problem gone. Radio display stopped functioning and sometimes radio would not turn off or the preset buttons would not work. Also volume control would stop working from time to time.

Toyota RAV4 in Minnesota, United States Sep 2006 - Aug 2014
Jun 2010 43000 mi	Growling sound from drivetrain at 55 to 60 mph. Replaced ECM related to AWD.
Apr 2011 58000 mi	The drivetrain made a whining sound at 40 MPH. After they replaced the transmission mounts and the problem persisted they ordered a transmission and replaced the original transmission. I had to wait 5 months for the transmission.
Jun 2011 59000 mi	A slight oil leak from the rear transaxle seals was detected during routine maintenance. I was told it was not covered under warranty at the time the transmission was replaced. I called later and pointed out it should be covered.
Dec 2012 77000 mi US $300	The muffler was rusting through and the dealer told me the repair parts alone were 1200 dollars as it was a one piece (converter, muffler, tailpipe) and that no aftermarket was available. I found an aftermarket through NAPA (whew!).

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Aug 2006 - Dec 2014
Aug 2009 24000 mi	Steering half shaft caused loud clunking noise, which could be felt in steering wheel when turning at slow speed. This was covered in a Technical Service Bulletin. Ordered catalytic converter under TSB. The parts for trip2 were ordered during trip1. Converter was fine for ordinary driving, but hard acceleration caused typical sulfur smell of failing converter.
Sep 2009 24000 mi	Installed new catalytic converter.
Nov 2010 34000 mi	Check engine, VSC, 4WD lights on. Car was running poorly, getting worse and worse, no power, missing. Needed new ignition coil cylinder 2, which was replaced by dealer, no charge, in one day.
Jun 2011 38000 mi	Code reader showed a pending problem. Took car to dealer to prevent problems. Dealer found no codes. A few days later, check engine light was on. Took to dealer, who again, found no codes. Something loose from prior repair?
Feb 2013 49200 mi US $410	O2 sensor, after the catalytic converter. Needed time to check sensor before the converter. Also included suspension recall; clamps installed rear suspension. Front brakes replaced, rotors turned.
May 2013 49900 mi	Ignition coil F shorted (P0356). Coil replaced, code cleared. Note: Car could be driven with check engine light on but without traction control, was not safe in very rainy weather on highway.

Toyota RAV4 in Connecticut, United States Jul 2006 - Jun 2022
Aug 2007 21000 mi	Clunking sound when turning the steering wheel at low speeds.
Aug 2008 35000 mi	Clunk when turning the steering wheel is back. Could not replicate with the Service Manager in the car, will return in a month to attempt to duplicate the issue again.
Sep 2008 35000 mi	Returned to the shop again to demonstrate noise issue. The Shop Foreman and I rode around for 15 minutes in an attempt to duplicate the sound, but could not.
Jun 2009 48000 mi	Clunking sounds when turning the steering wheel. Steering shaft and powersteering rack were replaced with updated parts.
Aug 2010 68000 mi US $350	Bad coil on #3 cylinder
Feb 2011 75000 mi US $25	Valve stem snapped when filling tire, replaced with non-TPMS valve stem.
Jan 2014 108700 mi	Water pump was replaced due to a leak. Driver's side axle seal was leaking and needed to be replaced. Crankshaft pulley seal was leaking as a result of the dealer's work on the water pump in the previous visit.
Apr 2014 127300 mi US $60	One rear sway bar end link was broken, and the bushing on the second was in poor condition. I replaced both with Moog replacement end-links.
Oct 2014 131500 mi US $60	3 TPMS sensors failed, causing air to leak out of the tires. All 5 TPMS sensors have failed before 130k.
Dec 2014 134000 mi	Water leak from cowl onto passenger side floor mat. Removed, cleaned and replaced cowl. Same issue is occurring.
Jan 2015 134300 mi US $25	Cowl leak returned. Applied TSB BO021-06 by installing part #53244â€“42040. Also superglued the Cowl Splash shield (part #5575142010) back onto the plastic cowl cover (it had broken off).
May 2018 178000 mi US $130	Replaced Walker exhaust replacement mid-pipe which had been installed 3 years prior due to excessive rust / exhaust leaks.
Aug 2018 180880 mi US $72	Clogged A/C drain resulted in water accumulating in the ventilation system, causing the blower motor resistor and blower motor to fail. Unclogged A/C drain, replaced blower motor resistor and blower motor.
May 2022 218000 mi US $900	Rear subframe was significantly rusted, creating a safety issue. Had to remove and replace the existing rear subframe with a used one.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Aug 2006 - Apr 2015
Apr 2007 13020 mi	Persistent cyclical droning/vibration noise at 60mph since delivery. 4WD computer was constantly recalibrating at that particular speed. Dealer replaced 4WD computer. TSB being issued.
Nov 2010 87420 mi C $700	Water pump leaking.
Nov 2011 109120 mi C $500	Steering column mid-shaft link had a knocking noise when turning. Known problem with the 2006 RAV4. Dealer had parts avail. 2hr fix.
Dec 2013 144460 mi	Rattling and occasional loud bang at rear right. Sway bar and linkage bushings worn out. Now fixed, but still has some rattling..,but the big bang is gone. Perhaps the original shocks need replacing...don't know. Got its first tranny flush at 230,000km. Fluid was black. Flush was a bad idea! Loosened up stuff that is now causing bad shifting between 4th and 5th. This is a V6 with 5 speed. Dealer cannot find the problem...told me to live with it.
Apr 2015 167400 mi	Transmission had a strange whining nise, but still worked. Lucas tranny conditioner fixed the harsh shifting that started after the flush.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Dec 2006 - Sep 2015
Dec 2009 63000 mi	CD player broke, new one ordered.
Mar 2011 89000 mi	P0355-#5 ingnition coil malfuction, and replaced
Jun 2011 94000 mi	In March, coil pack#5 replaced and this time replace coil pack #3, Oh! Toyota, what's next,coil pack #1?
Mar 2012 114000 mi US $375	Hub bearing went bad and repaired
Nov 2012 125800 mi US $90	2ND toyota oem battery gone bad about 3yr....
Jun 2014 150000 mi US $70	Heated O2 sensor in Bank-1, sensor-2 threw check engine light.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Jun 2012 - Oct 2013
Jul 2013 153000 mi US $550	ignition coil

Toyota RAV4 in Nunavit Territory, Canada Dec 2011 - Sep 2016
Apr 2011 50840 mi	The rear suspension began to 'thunk' when pulling away in drive from having backed up down a small incline. Dealer tested and could not replicate - it still happens to this day (about once a week) 2 years later.
Feb 2014 71700 mi C $300	suspension bolt broke . replaced
Aug 2014 73640 mi C $235	new regulator - reset computer system alerts
Sep 2015 82460 mi C $397	Left Transfer case was leaking - new parts were required plus alignment.
Aug 2016 87420 mi	dealer-installed backup camera failed again-dealer fixed no charge-add'l problem arose which dealer couldn't fix-battery kept discharging requiring boosting or charging once a week-called parasitic draw/drain-fed up-sold Rav4 bot Murano

Toyota RAV4 in North Carolina, United States Aug 2012 - Jun 2018
Sep 2013 97000 mi US $400	Ignition coil E did not work. Did tune up at 95k instead of 120k because incremental cost was $140.
Dec 2013 98000 mi US $200	Replaced water pump & belt. Replaced rear shocks Frozen right rear tie-rod, unable to align wheels.
Sep 2014 104000 mi	Warranty - replaced both lower suspension arms for rust/looseness. Alignment after repair.
May 2015 108000 mi US $105	Replace #6 ignition coil.
Jun 2017 121000 mi US $550	Replaced struts.
Jul 2017 122000 mi US $140	Dead battery.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada May 2012 - Aug 2014
Jul 2012 93000 mi	3 engine lights on. Took to dealer we just purchased from. They replaced #4 ignition coil at no cost. Repair value under $200.
Aug 2012 94300 mi	Axle seal leaking, replaced by dealer at no cost due to recent purchase.
Oct 2012 95860 mi	Replaced front left strut. Was making a knocking noise even though it didn't bounce. Dealer paid for it as vehicle was recently purchased and they agreed to fix the noise.
Sep 2013 105400 mi	Felt knock in the steering. Replaced steering mid shaft. $400.
Apr 2014 109420 mi C $700	Replaced water pump.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2013 - Mar 2017
Jun 2014 44020 mi C $500	Faulty ignition coil with was replaced plus plugs
May 2015 47120 mi C $858	Re and re both post-Cat sensors. Re-tap manifold to repair corroded threads.

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Feb 2007 - Mar 2017
Nov 2016 114900 mi	Replaced oil line- same as previous recall one in November 2016.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2014 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015 44020 mi C $600	Ignition coil 1 replaced

Toyota RAV4 in New Mexico, United States Jun 2013 - Feb 2014
Feb 2014 92000 mi	Brake, ABS, and VSC lights would come on for no reason at all.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2015
Sep 2014 90000 mi US $240	Replaced coil

Toyota RAV4 in Washington, United States Dec 2011 - May 2014
May 2012 40500 mi	intermediate steering link, hose and clamp
Apr 2014 52000 mi	front struts

Toyota RAV4 in New Brunswick, Canada Feb 2011 - Sep 2014
Mar 2011 50840 mi C $125	Check engine light, VSC light and 4wd light came on at the same time. Problem found to be defective ignition coil cylinder #2. Ordered part and installed it by myself. Problem resolved.
May 2012 60120 mi C $175	Replaced exhaust muffler.
Oct 2013 71500 mi C $343	Check engine light went on! Diagnose problem with OB1 engine check device. Found defective sensors on Bank 1, sensor 1 and Bank 2, sensor 1. Both sensors are on exhaust system, an oxygen sensor and an air/fuel ratio sensor. Replaced both.
Apr 2014 74700 mi C $199	E.F.I flush because hard on gasoline muffler et pipe leaking
Sep 2014 76260 mi	still have check engine light at different interval

Toyota RAV4 in Indiana, United States Sep 2010 - Dec 2012
Oct 2010 25000 mi US $320	Alternator squealing, replaced alternator
Mar 2012 39000 mi US $230	Check Engine, VSC, 4x4 warning lights on. Bad coil pack #2 causing misfire. Coil Pack replaced, problem solved.
Sep 2012 44000 mi US $250	Again, CEL, 4x4, VSC lights and misfire. Now cylinder #5 coil pack.

Toyota RAV4 in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2010 - Dec 2011
Apr 2011 50220 mi C $365	Ignition coil fried. Caused electrical issues which gave false errors to vehicle stability control and 4WD warning system.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2015 - Apr 2017
Dec 2015 96100 mi C $400	Changing Rear Differential Axle Seals - they leacked

Toyota RAV4 in North Carolina, United States Mar 2011 - Feb 2014
Oct 2013 128300 mi	Timing cover leaking oil. Engine has to be dropped to replace a $5 gasket...FML. Repair cost is $1800-2000, although I haven't done it yet. Earlier rear suspension recall deemed ineffective and recalled again.
Feb 2014 130000 mi	Developed transmission fluid leak. Timing cover leaking oil. Leaked less than half a quart every 5k if that.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2015
Apr 2015 103000 mi US $2300	One of the ballbearings in in the drivetrain broke. Had to replace the surrounding parts.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Mar 2015 - Apr 2015
Mar 2015 45000 mi US $350	Water pump leaking
Apr 2015 45000 mi US $500	Hole in mid pipe. Mid pipe and muffler replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007 16740 mi	TSB to reflash the ECM to correct some throttle position problems. Car would not respond very well th throttle application when cold.

Toyota RAV4 in Oregon, United States Dec 2014 - Dec 2016
Dec 2014 63000 mi US $380	The water pump was failing. The ball bearing was wearing out and emitted a grinding noise.
Apr 2016 72000 mi	The engine burns excessive amount of oil at rate of 1.4 quarts for 1200 miles. It failed Toyota's oil burn test and will be repaired under Toyota's limited service campaign LSC ZE7. The pistons/rings for repair back ordered.
Sep 2016 75000 mi	The engine burns excessive amount of oil at rate of 1.4 quarts for 1200 miles. It failed Toyota's oil burn test and was repaired under Toyota's limited service campaign LSC ZE7.

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017 75000 mi US $160	Noticed intermittent issues with power. Power steering would come and go, (as soon as I turned the a/c off the ps came back) radio would not work. Checked battery, battery good, partially drained. Checked battery charging amps and they were low. Replaced alternator, everything is fine now.

Toyota RAV4 in Florida, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2015
Jul 2014 80300 mi US $1300	Replaced leaking front struts Replaced leaking valve cover gasket Timing chain tensioner was adjusted

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2016 69000 mi	Oil leak

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in Vermont, United States Feb 2020 - Apr 2020
Mar 2020 137000 mi US $50	Valve cover gasket was leaking oil and needed to be replaced. DIY job and $50 for gasket

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Feb 2006 - Jun 2019
Nov 2014 120000 mi US $400	Shocks and brake pads replaced.
Aug 2017 144000 mi US $300	Alternator, I think. Needed replacement.
Nov 2017 145000 mi US $300	Replaced brakes.
May 2018 149000 mi US $500	New brakes.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018 112000 mi US $400	While in for inspection. Needed new pads in front, pads and rotors in the rear.

Toyota RAV4 in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2021
Dec 2016 149000 mi US $686	Alternator went out, took the battery with it
May 2017 156000 mi US $165	New rear pads installed and rotors turned.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Feb 2006 - Sep 2014
Nov 2006 5000 mi	Cat converter was changed due to excessive sulfur smell. There was a TSB on this issue.
Mar 2013 65000 mi US $480	Alternator went bad. Had to find and replace with a rebuilt unit.
May 2013 65300 mi	Check engine light came on but went off. Could not diagnose issue. Still doing this 2 months later. Only goes on for a day then back out for a while. No running issues. I think a coil is going bad. Update: light later stayed off, fixed itself.
Feb 2014 71400 mi US $50	Replaced the downstream 02 sensor after a Check Engine came on
Apr 2014 71700 mi US $150	Caliper bolt froze not allowing pads to float. Had to replace caliper
Jul 2014 75000 mi	Warranty alternator replacement. It was sometimes not charging at idle when hot.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2006 - Jul 2013
Sep 2012 55000 mi US $1200	Steering lower assembly plus alignment replacement of front struts

Toyota RAV4 in Victoria, Australia May 2006 - Jun 2018
Mar 2009 29140 mi	Steering intermediate shaft clunking in operation.
May 2018 112220 mi A $200	Steering clunking

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2011
Oct 2007 18000 mi	Radio display failed. Radio replaced under warranty
Dec 2007 19500 mi	Rear window defroster failed. Rear window replaced under warranty
Dec 2009 59000 mi US $436	replaced Air fuel ratio (oxy) sensor.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2006 - Jun 2022
Sep 2007 23000 mi	Radio Display issue that is common and documented in a TSB
Mar 2014 92000 mi US $620	replaced leaking valve gasket replaced timing chain bolt that was leaking oil
Nov 2014 97900 mi US $350	Replace leaky gaskets
Oct 2015 102200 mi US $292	Replace left and right rear shocks
Mar 2016 103000 mi US $150	Replaced Air Fuel Ratio Sensor with Denso 234-9041 ordered from Amazon.com because received codes P0138 & P0606 I scanned using a BlueDriver Bluetooth Professional OBDII Scan Tool. Passed emissions after I made the repair myself
Mar 2017 109000 mi US $300	replaced spark plugs, performance was sluggish
Oct 2018 107959 mi US $180	Vehicle would not start. Battery was replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2006 - Mar 2013
Oct 2008 33000 mi	Water leak front wind shield right side. Water accumulated on passenger side floor.
Sep 2012 94000 mi US $400	Muffler failed and was replaced with after market alternative. Dealer indicated car would not pass annual state inspection.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2006 - Mar 2014
Mar 2010 49000 mi US $95	Tire pressure warning light on, but tire pressures were OK.
Jun 2010 50000 mi US $93	Brake lights would not go out. Cause was a dead short which damaged the switch. Short was fixed and switch was replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2015 - Sep 2016
Jul 2016 117700 mi US $1190	Brake booster failure. Brake booster was replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in New Jersey, United States Jun 2010 - Mar 2016
Apr 2013 46000 mi	Brake switch faulty caused ABS and VSC lights to come on
Aug 2013 46600 mi US $150	Water on the passage side floor. Blocked drain tube.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2013
Apr 2012 131000 mi US $250	AC stopped working.
Sep 2012 136000 mi US $150	Low fluid. Fluid Added.
Dec 2012 141000 mi	Torque converter determined to be gradually failing and in need of replacement. Due to the cost, condition, and age of the vehicle, it was not repaired. Replacement quoted at $1500.
May 2013 145000 mi US $500	multiple codes were present; it was determined that PCM required replacement due to failed circuitry related to O2 sensor after determining that O2 sensor was not at fault. PCM was replaced.
Jul 2013 150300 mi US $280	The engine was misfiring. A coilpack had burned through insulation and was arcing to the head. The coilpacks were replaced to resolve hte issue.
Dec 2013 152000 mi	Torque converter failing.

Toyota RAV4 in Alberta, Canada Dec 2008 - May 2009
Jan 2009 48980 mi	Transmission failed. Would not shift into OD. Filings in the transmission.
Apr 2009 52700 mi C $250	A/C would not cool. When dealer looked said compressor not working and would cost $2750 to change with no guarantee that this would correct problem.

Toyota RAV4 in Illinois, United States Jul 2007 - Oct 2013
Jan 2007 46000 mi	Replacement of JBL radio because of display problems. The display showed all LCD segments instead of the letters. This was covered in a TSB . Very well known issue.
Aug 2013 55000 mi US $700	Both front struts needed replacement. They were leaking from the seals.
Oct 2013 55000 mi US $160	Sway bar end bolts corroded from poor design and broke. Needed to have the sway bar end links replaced.

Toyota RAV4 in Oregon, United States Apr 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 120000 mi	Throttle body was dirty, causing rough idle.

Toyota RAV4 in Virginia, United States Sep 2006 - May 2016
Oct 2006 2000 mi	Water leak into the vehicle from a poorly designed air intake vent. This issue is now covered in a Toyota TSB. Repair of intake cowling due to water leak in passenger side footwell.
Jun 2007 10000 mi	Engine control module needed to be re-flashed to fix a throttle lag problem ECM re-programmed to fix throttle lag problem.
Aug 2007 14000 mi	Catalytic converter had to be replaced due to excessive sulfur smell. Stereo must be replaced (covered by TSB). Stereo had to be ordered and a return trip is now necessary to install the new stereo. Catalytic converter replaced to correct sulfer smell problem
Sep 2007 14000 mi	New stereo installed. Stereo replaced due to non-functioning display/knobs.
Aug 2008 24000 mi	Toyota TSB for steering knock. Replaced the steering shaft.
Aug 2009 33000 mi	Engine idler pulley bearing was loose causing high pitched noise. Dealer replaced pulley.
Aug 2012 66500 mi	Driver's side sunvisor broke
Jun 2013 83000 mi US $100	Rattle of the engine hood when idling.
Sep 2015 113000 mi	#4 piston was leaking oil causing oil to burn in combustion. This lead to excessive oil consumption, sulfur smell from cat convert, rough idle, etc. Toyota is aware of problem and replaced piston free of charge even though out of warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Oct 2006 - Aug 2009
May 2008 25420 mi	Rear differential dripping oil. Repaired under warranty at dealership. Seals replaced.
Mar 2009 32860 mi	Front passenger seatbelt would not extend. Replaced under warranty.

Toyota RAV4 in Ohio, United States May 2010 - Feb 2023
Dec 2013 200000 mi US $1500	Burning excessive Oil....out of service for engine rebuild...
Jan 2016 157200 mi	Motor Rebuilt On Warrenty Program....excess oil burning probe

Toyota RAV4 in New York, United States Jan 2010 - Nov 2015
Jun 2012 42000 mi US $245	Climate control failed and had to be repaired. Warranty is out. Repair cost $244.63 (including labor and tax).
Feb 2013 45500 mi US $52	Climate control fan failed and was replaced in a few hours.
Dec 2013 50000 mi	Climate control broke down. Was fixed 3rd time in 1.5 years. If climate control breaks down again, I will be forced to take the car to the nearest Toyota dealer because it is costing Gulf too much money to fix this part of my car often.
Feb 2014 50000 mi	This is the 4th repair to the climate control system in 1.75 years.
Jun 2014 52000 mi	The climate control system broke down for the 5th time in 2 years. The floor mats had to be replaced because of excess wear. The console's upper storage compartment had to be replaced because the original broke off.

Toyota RAV4 in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2009 - May 2015
May 2009 37000 mi	Water leak on passenger side floor. They had to replace something in the cowl. There is a TSB for this problem.
Sep 2009 42000 mi US $330	o2 sensor failed, had to be replaced.
Feb 2012 72400 mi US $350	Front Passenger strut was leaking fluid and in bad shape. Would not pass inspection in current condition. Was replaced.
Jun 2012 76000 mi	Transmission was making a loud vibration sound in overdrive at around 38-42MPH under light engine load. Shifted fine. Dealer replaced transmission under extended warrenty.
Apr 2013 88500 mi US $280	Muffler was rusted out. Had a hole would not pass inspection.
Feb 2015 110000 mi US $10	O2 sensor died again for the 2nd time now. Throwing code P0136 and P0138. Ordered part off Amazon and replaced myself. Driver Side low beam bulb died.
Mar 2015 112000 mi US $95	Battery was dead a few times. Battery was replaced last year and tested fine. Off an on, all interior lights were flickering. Lost Power steering while driving. Alternator was making a whining noise.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in South Africa Nov 2017 - Jan 2018
Jul 2017 93000 mi R 26000	Head gasket blown and replaced. The head was completely refurbished at the same time. As a precaution, I replaced the thermostat and header tank cap Replacement of front McPherson struts

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in California, United States Aug 2007 - Aug 2008
Dec 2007 25000 mi	Occasional click-like sound when steering wheel was turned. Toyota fixed it by replacing the inner shaft of the steering column.

Toyota RAV4 in Manitoba, Canada Jul 2006 - Mar 2010
Oct 2009 41540 mi C $400	Replaced the left front strut of the suspension. Mechanics found the old one bent.

Return to top

Toyota RAV4 in North Carolina, United States Oct 2006 - Jul 2008
Oct 2007 9000 mi	Radio failure. Had to be replaced. There is a problem with radios on this model and many have had to be replaced. There's also a TSB on this problem

Return to top

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs

See TrueDelta's information for all Toyota models.

2012 Toyota RAV4 repairs by problem area

2012 Toyota RAV4 repair cost distribution

2012 Toyota RAV4

2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2011 Toyota RAV4

2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2011 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2010 Toyota RAV4

2010 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2010 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2010 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2010 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2009 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2009 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2009 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2009 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4

2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2008 Toyota RAV4 4-door

2007 Toyota RAV4

2007 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2007 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2007 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2007 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2007 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2007 Toyota RAV4 4-door

2006 Toyota RAV4

2006 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2006 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2006 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2006 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2006 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

2006 Toyota RAV4 4-door

2006 Toyota RAV4 4-door

2012 Toyota RAV4 Repair Histories