What causes a Toyota RAV4 to lose control?
Loose Rear Suspension Arms: In some 2006-2011 RAV4s, the rear tie rod adjusting lock nuts may not be tightened correctly after service, which can lead to thread damage or rust in the suspension arms. This can leads to rear suspension arm failure and loss of vehicle control.
Why is my Toyota RAV4 door lock not working?
Remote door lock stopped working and our spare key that never gets used would not work either. Dealer said it was the key battery and replaced it. Seems to work fine now, but suprised batteries died so quickly, even in key that was never used. Still using original battery in my 10 year old Honda.
Why is the AC not working on my Toyota RAV4?
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.
Are there any recalls on the Toyota RAV4?
See TSBs and recalls for the Toyota RAV4. Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind. Chart based on 258 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
In 2015, Toyota recalled nearly 425,000 affected RAV4s and replaced the water diverter channel and wiper linkage at no charge. Loud Steering Intermediate Shaft Size: The steering column in some RAV4s makes a loud clunking or popping noise when turned.
What causes a Toyota RAV4 wiper to separate?
If the switch was already short circuited, then Toyota replaced the entire switch board for free. Corroded Wiper Linkage Joint: The windshield wiper system is designed in such a way that allows water to get into it and rust out the wiper linkage joint, causing it to separate.
Why does my Toyota RAV4 take so much oil?
In 2016, Toyota issued a TSB and had dealers replace the brake pads and resurface the rotors under warranty. Clogged Pistons: According to reports, some RAV4s consume an unusual amount of oil between oil changes. This is allegedly a result of an ineffective piston design that – according to reports – can get clogged with oil.