Six problems related to brake disc have been reported for the 2001 Toyota RAV4. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Toyota RAV4 based on all problems reported for the 2001 RAV4.
Brakes were squealing. Took vehicle to dealer and had brakes replaced, but problem still exists. There was a TSB on vehicle.
Squealing, howling brakes. Since I bought the vehicle "new" in Nov, 2000, and it is the 2001 Rav4 l model, I have gone back 3-4 times, and nothing they do helps the problem. They tell me the car is safe and that squealing is normal. This is not a normal squeal, or screech, its more like "howling".
Front brakes squeal when coming to a stop on a constant basis, windshield rattles at low temps less than 60 degress, rear suspension creaks when accelerating after stop.
Rear brake drums made a noise. When applying brakes,they grab and pull, making vehicle jerk. Also, front brakes would grind, and stopping distance increase when brakes are applied. Contacted dealer ,and dealer stated there was a technical service bulletin on vehicle, but consumer can't get adequate information.
Brakes squeal too much. I brought it back three time and the problems is still there.
Brakes squeal when stopping. Replaced rotors, pads. Still not corrected.