10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Sep 232001

RAV4 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine light came 0N. Consumer applied brakes, and vehicle went forward and jumped curb. Consumer's vehicle hit another vehicle, and light went off. Next day, dealer checked system's computer and a sensor kicked up the idler. Sensor will have to be replaced. Consumer was unaware of the cause, and if it was an intermittent problem.

- Hurley, NY, USA

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problem #3

Feb 202001

(reported on)

RAV4

  • miles
When applying brakes pedal goes to floor, causing extended stopping distance. Also, vehicle continues to accelerate after brakes are applied.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

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problem #2

Jan 011998

RAV4

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Replaced brakes 4 times since purchase, pads twice a year, replaced rotors twice. Brakes are always sqeaking. Curently, struts are leaking.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

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problem #1

Sep 052000

(reported on)

RAV4

  • miles
While passing a truck brakes locked up. Dealer was contacted.

- Covington, PA, USA

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