Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2001 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering Linkages problems |
I was traveling on a highway to work and it had been raining when I pressed my brakes to stop ( I barely pressed them) and my brakes locked and I couldn't stop. I tried to press a couple of times and even pumped them. I tried to get onto the shoulder and my steering locked. Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Rav4. While driving at 25 mph and making a left turn the passenger's side tie rod failed. In an attempt to straighten the wheels the passenger side wheel collapsed outward. Read details...
I have had my vehicle to the dealership on these dates for the sa me repair Feb. 9. 2001,March 12,March 26,april19 and sept 14 and instead of fixing it the noise is worse . It is so bad that I take nerve pills to drive this vehicle . Read details...