Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 1998 Toyota RAV4.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
The brakes failed to work twice and the vehicle lurched forward instead into drive. This was at low speed when attempting to come to a complete stop at a red light. When the first braking attempt failed, the brake was pumped a second time and it failed to stop and accelerated instead. Firm pressure was applied to the brake pedal a third time and this did promt the vehicle to stop but it was close to rear-ending another car already stopped at the light.
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.
Dissatisfactory service to vehicle by personnel. No safety defect mmentioned in summary.
No information provided.