Gasoline Fuel System Related Problems of the 1998 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows three common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 1998 Toyota RAV4.

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Toyota RAV4

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tank Assembly problems
1
Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problems
1
Gasoline Fuel System problems
1

Tank Assembly problem #1

The contact owns a 1998 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that after refueling she would smell a strong odor of fuel inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they informed her that the fuel tank filler neck and fuel tank were completely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 117,500.

Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problem #2

Gas cap door would not open. Mjs.

Gasoline Fuel System problem #3

Tl the contact owns a 1998 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vapor canister and the vacuum switching valve (vsv) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 140,734.


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