Structure Related Problems of the 1999 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows two common structure related problems of the 1999 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the body (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame and members (two problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Toyota RAV4

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
4
Frame And Members problems
2

Recently reported Structure problems of the 1999 Toyota RAV4

The Body problem

We took the Rav4 into the mechanic for a brake job & he called us to say it wasn't road worthy because the k-frame was almost entirely rusted through and we shouldn't put our children in it. He said we shouldn't even drive it off his lot that it could hit a pothole and break in two.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 1999 Toyota Rav4. The contact noticed that the front sub frame and control arms were completely rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the engine cradle and control arms needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.   Read details...


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