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2008 Toyota Rav4 — Known Issues & Recalls

14 Recalls574 Owner Complaints9 Categories Affected
574
Total Complaints
14
Open Recalls
42
Crashes
16
Fires
32
Injuries

Complaints from Jan 2020 to Dec 2010

The most reported issue is engine problems (110 complaints). 42 complaints involved crashes. 16 involved fires.

Open Safety Recalls (14)

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
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NHTSA Campaign: 14V743000

Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

Risk: Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Feb 2016

NHTSA Campaign: 16V396000

Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

Risk: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Sep 2014

NHTSA Campaign: 14V168000

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, 2008-2010 Highlander, and 2009-2010 Tacoma, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and General Motors Pontiac Vibe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the steering column assembly contains electrical connections to the driver's airbag module housed in a spiral cable assembly, which includes a Flexible Flat Cable (FFC). Due to the shape and location of the FFC's retainer, the FFC could become damaged when the steering wheel is turned.

Risk: If the FFC is damaged, connectivity to the driver's air bag module could be lost and the air bag deactivated. The failure of the driver's air bag to deploy in the event of a crash that typically necessitates deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver.

Fix: Toyota will notify the Toyota vehicle owners, and General Motors will notify the Pontiac Vibe owners. Toyota sent owners an interim notification letter in May 2014 to advise owners of the recall. Toyota will mail owners a second letter when remedy parts are available. General Motors sent Pontiac Vibe owners an Interim letter on June 20, 2014 notifying them that parts are currently unavailable. General Motors sent notices to the Pontiac Vibe owners on September 15, 2014, that a remedy is available. The recall began on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-762-2737.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
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NHTSA Campaign: 16V096000

Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 RAV4 vehicles manufactured July 28, 2005, to December 19, 2012, and 2012-2014 RAV4 EV vehicles manufactured July 24, 2012, to August 29, 2014. In the event of a frontal collision, the rear seat belts for the outboard seats may be cut by the seat cushion frame.

Risk: A cut seat belt may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a protector over both rear seat cushion frames, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0F.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Dec 2016

NHTSA Campaign: 16V596000

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2005, to September 7, 2010, and 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured July 6, 2009, to August 26, 2010. The affected vehicles have rear suspension arms (rear tie rods) with adjusting lock nuts that may have been improperly tightened after servicing. As a result of being loose, the arm may have thread damage and may rust, possibly leading to the failure of the arm and an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.

Risk: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear suspension arms and encapsulate the locknuts, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are G0V for Toyota vehicles and GLK for Lexus vehicles. Note: This recall supersedes recall 13V-383, in which some vehicles were only inspected, sealed, and did not have both arms replaced. The affected vehicles were previously recalled under 13V-383, but did not have both rear suspension arms replaced at that time. Those vehicles need to have both arms replaced as part of this recall remedy.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
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NHTSA Campaign: 15V689000

Component: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.

Risk: If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Feb 2012

NHTSA Campaign: 12V373000

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear tie rod) may develop unwanted movement and rust, leading to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the rear tie rod will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.

Risk: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear tie-rod nut for looseness and replace any suspect tie-rod found loose. Dealers will also affix instructions in multiple places to prevent improper servicing in the future. The recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

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NHTSA Campaign: 11V245000

Component: AIR BAGS

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 RAV4 VEHICLES. IN THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG (CSA) SYSTEM, THERE ARE TWO SENSORS IN THE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY WHICH ARE DESIGNED TO DETECT VEHICLE ROLL ANGLE. IF ONE OF THESE SENSORS MALFUNCTIONS, THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT: MIL) WILL ILLUMINATE AND THE ROLL DETECTION SYSTEM WILL BE SUSPENDED; HOWEVER, THE AIRBAG CSA REMAINS AVAILABLE IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE CRASH. IF BOTH SENSORS FAIL NEARLY SIMULTANEOUSLY AFTER INITIAL AIRBAG SYSTEM CHECK, THE CSA AND THE SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER COULD BE INADVERTENTLY ACTIVATED.

Risk: INADVERTENT ACTIVATION OF THE CSA AND/OR THE SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER CAN CAUSE INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.

Fix: TOYOTA WILL REPLACE THE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE CONTAINING IMPROVED ROLL RATE SENSORS, FREE OF CHARGE. TOYOTA INTENDS TO SEND AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION TO OWNERS EARLY TO MID-MAY, 2011 WHEN SUFFICIENT PARTS AND REMEDY BECOMES AVAILABLE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
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NHTSA Campaign: 13V383000

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear tie rod) may develop unwanted movement and rust leading to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the rear tie rod will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.

Risk: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie rods and replace any that have rust or corrosion on the alignment adjustment threads. All of the rear tie rods will then be encased in an epoxy to prevent future environmental damage. Due to limitations in parts, the recall remedy will be launched in phases from September 2013 through mid-April 2014. All owners will receive notification of the recall, with most receiving second notifications when parts are available in their area. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes Toyota and Lexus recall 12V-373. All vehicles that have been inspected and remedied under the previous recall need to be re-inspected and have the appropriate remedy applied.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Oct 2012

NHTSA Campaign: 12V491000

Component: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.

Risk: If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.

Fix: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches as necessary. Those owners may contact Pontiac Customer Care at 1-800-762-2737.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
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NHTSA Campaign: 11V113000

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 LEXUS LX570, 2003 THROUGH 2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, AND 2006 THROUGH 2010 RAV4 VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.

Risk: A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Fix: THE REMEDY IS NOW AVAILABLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN EARLY APRIL 2011. THE REMEDY WILL INVOLVE MODIFICATION OR REPLACEMENT OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND REPLACEMENT OF ANY TOYOTA ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MAT. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.

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NHTSA Campaign: 09V223000

Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."

Risk: INCORRECT LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS COULD RESULT IN THE VEHICLE BEING OVERLOADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Mar 2010

NHTSA Campaign: 10V036000

Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Risk: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Mar 2010

NHTSA Campaign: 10V035000

Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Risk: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.

Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 574)

Engine8 issues
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Apr 2025

Your RAV4 began burning oil, requiring frequent refills. While driving, the engine developed a hole and caught fire, creating a serious safety hazard. The oil burning issue likely contributed to the engine failure and fire. Resolving this will require engine inspection, repair, or replacement to address the oil consumption and internal damage.

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NHTSA #: 11654725
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: May 2022

Your car's engine suddenly lost power while driving, shut off completely, and then caught fire. This is an extremely dangerous situation that requires immediate professional inspection to identify what caused the engine failure and fire.

NHTSA #: 11463613
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Jan 2022

While driving your 2008 Toyota RAV4 on the highway at 65 mph with no warning lights showing, your vehicle suddenly made a loud buzzing noise from the engine. Smoke appeared under the hood, and the vehicle caught fire while you were able to pull over safely. The fire was extinguished by the fire department, but the vehicle was completely destroyed. This appears to be an engine-related fire that may require an inspection by a certified mechanic or fire investigator to determine the root cause, which could involve fuel system components, electrical wiring, or engine gaskets.

NHTSA #: 11449580
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2025

Your engine is burning through oil between scheduled oil changes, even after professional service. This excessive oil consumption could lead to engine damage or, in rare cases, engine fire if the oil level becomes critically low. The issue may require piston or internal engine component replacement to stop the oil loss.

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NHTSA #: 11702965
highENGINE
Filed: Aug 2025

Your engine is burning oil, which may indicate worn piston rings. Toyota previously offered an extended warranty to cover this issue, but yours has expired. You're experiencing a known problem that affects many similar vehicles, and you're seeking assistance.

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NHTSA #: 11682181
highENGINE
Filed: Feb 2025

Your RAV4 is burning through oil much faster than normal — the oil level drops significantly between scheduled oil changes even though there are no visible leaks. With only 88,153 miles on the vehicle, this excessive oil consumption suggests an internal engine problem. The issue may require engine inspection to identify whether it's caused by worn piston rings, valve seals, or another internal component.

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NHTSA #: 11644098
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2022

Your RAV4 is making an abnormal knocking sound from the engine, and you've noticed the oil level drops quickly—about one quart every two weeks or 200 miles—even after an oil change. Your husband checked the oil and found it low twice within two weeks of service. The dealer confirmed this is a known issue and mentioned a technical service bulletin (TSB), though your vehicle exceeded the mileage limit for that fix. The fix will likely involve inspecting for oil leaks, worn piston rings, or valve seal problems that could be causing excessive oil consumption.

NHTSA #: 11474920
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2024

The owner has submitted a detailed letter about an engine issue with their 2008 Toyota RAV4, but the specific problem details are not visible in this summary. To get an accurate translation, the attached letter would need to be provided.

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NHTSA #: 11621225
Steering3 issues
criticalSTEERING
Filed: Mar 2022

While backing out of your driveway, your steering wheel made a loud clunking noise and became unresponsive, and a plastic air vent fell into your footwell. Your Toyota dealer found that the steering bracket had come loose due to a failed weld. This is a critical safety issue—if it had happened while driving on a mountain road, it could have caused a serious accident.

NHTSA #: 11457708
criticalSTEERING
Filed: Mar 2022

The welds that attach the power steering motor to your car's frame broke, causing your steering wheel to feel loose and unstable. The motor then fell and hit the floor near your pedals, where it could potentially block your brake or accelerator pedal. The fix will involve re-welding or replacing the driveshaft welds and securing the power steering motor properly to the frame.

NHTSA #: 11455782
highSTEERING
Filed: Dec 2021

Your RAV4 is making knocking or wobbling sounds whenever you turn the steering wheel left or right while driving. The sound has been getting worse over the past two months since the problem started. This could indicate a steering component that needs inspection and repair to ensure safe vehicle control.

NHTSA #: 11445146
Electrical System,air Bags2 issues
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
Filed: Apr 2025

Your 2008 RAV4 may be affected by Toyota safety recall 14V-168, which involves a spiral cable assembly that could fail and prevent your airbag system from working properly. Toyota Customer Support told you your vehicle isn't eligible for the recall even though your VIN appears to fall within the affected range according to official recall documents. You haven't experienced any warning lights or actual problems yet—you discovered the potential issue through NHTSA records. The repair would likely involve Toyota replacing the spiral cable assembly under the recall.

NHTSA #: 11654273
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
CrashFiled: Aug 2023

After a highway collision in 2021, your airbag failed to deploy during the crash. Even after replacing the clockspring and attempting to reset the airbag system, the airbag warning light remained on your dashboard. The airbag system may need professional diagnostic testing and possible replacement of airbag components or control modules.

NHTSA #: 11540959
Structure2 issues
criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Dec 2021

Your vehicle's frame has extensive rust and corrosion that makes it unsafe and unable to pass inspection. Multiple mechanics have confirmed the problem affects the entire frame structure, not just one area. Your car may not be legally drivable until the frame is replaced, which is a major repair involving removing and welding or replacing the entire frame structure.

NHTSA #: 11445126
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2025

Your car's paint is peeling in multiple areas, and you've noticed that other model years have had a recall for this exact issue. Your specific year wasn't included in that recall, but you're experiencing the same problem. You're requesting that Toyota expand the recall to cover your vehicle so you can get the paint repaired at no cost.

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NHTSA #: 11667884
Electrical System1 issue
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FireFiled: Mar 2022

Your alternator caught fire and started smoking while you were driving at just 5 mph, with no warning lights to alert you beforehand. You had to pull over and tow the vehicle home, then replace the alternator yourself to fix the problem. This is a serious electrical failure that could have caused a vehicle fire.

NHTSA #: 11455696
Unknown Or Other1 issue
highUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Feb 2025

You purchased this 2008 RAV4 based on a vehicle history report from the dealer that showed only 2 previous owners and mileage matching the odometer. You later discovered the actual history shows 4 previous owners and the mileage was 172,000 miles before the dealer acquired it — information the dealer did not disclose. Your car now requires extensive repairs and is no longer driveable, leaving you with a vehicle you cannot afford to fix or sell while still owing over $9,000 on the loan.

NHTSA #: 11643081
Steering,unknown Or Other,engine1 issue
highSTEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Aug 2023

Your 2008 RAV4 is consuming too much oil—you're adding 4 quarts every 1,000 miles despite no visible leaks or blue smoke, which suggests internal engine wear. Additionally, your steering wheel column has a problem that you consider dangerous. You believe this may be related to a factory defect involving pistons and rings, and you've contacted two Toyota dealerships about a recall, but were told it expired in 2018.

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NHTSA #: 11541827
Vehicle Speed Control,engine,fuel/propulsion System1 issue
highVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: May 2023

Your RAV4 has experienced seven episodes of unintended acceleration since June 2018, typically occurring as you're slowing down with your foot on the brake. Each time, the engine suddenly revs sharply and the car lurches forward a few inches despite brake pressure, though you've been able to regain control by turning off the ignition. The dealer has inspected the vehicle twice and found nothing wrong, but this problem has not occurred in your other vehicles. A thorough diagnostic of the fuel system, throttle control, and engine management computer would be needed to identify the root cause.

NHTSA #: 11523360
Structure,unknown Or Other1 issue
highSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jun 2022

Your RAV4's frame and undercarriage have developed severe rust. Other 2008 Toyota models have been recalled for the same issue, but you're unsure when the rust started. This can compromise the structural integrity of your vehicle over time and may require professional inspection and treatment.

NHTSA #: 11468822

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