2012 Toyota RAV4 Toyota RAV4 2012

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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%)

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2012 Toyota RAV4 body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

9000 mi Hood latch was out of adjustment. Hood moved up and down 1/2" while driving on the highway. 

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2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

6180 mi Rattle from console 
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. 
21000 mi Rattles in rear compartment and center consul. 
33000 mi Replaced drivers seat cushion and cover, premature collapse.  Installed center dash rattle kit. Lubed sun roof for squeak. 

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2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

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. 

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2012 Toyota RAV4 Body Problems

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