Automatic Transmission Control Module problems of the 2003 Toyota RAV4

I was driving on city streets when the car violently jerked and speeded up. I was in fear of being in an accident and feared for my safety. I immediately took action to repair this car that was in mint condition to this point. The 2003 rav 4 module and transmission failed at 83559 miles, which is low mileage for a Toyota. Toyota motor corp lost a class action law suit, and agreed to be responsible for replacement of transmission and module replacement of the 2001 to 2003 model year rav's 4 that failed within 150,000 mile usage or 10 year use. My car had only 83,559 miles at the time of failure due to the faulty original module that caused this transmission problem. In November 2006 Toyota issued a technical bulletin # 1046 with reference to 2001-2003 Toyota Rav4 transmission: u14of, u241e. Subject:2-3 blind up/harsh 2-3 po755, burnt (c2, clutch, harsh rev. Engagement, wrong gear starts. . . . Saying that the faulty pcm in the toyoa Rav4's can cause the transmission problem that my car experienced. . . . . . . . . . (I have a copy of the document for reference, if necessary) the problem with the transmission in my Rav4 with only 83559 miles was a durability issue; Toyota sold the car with a faulty module, did not replace it when they admitted to the problem and the company needs to be responsible for any and all costs incurred.

2003 Toyota rav 4 transmission failure due to faulty pcm- technical bulletin #1046. Transmission experienced bind up and harsh shifting January 2010. Vehicle transmission started binding up, car would not run properly. Towed to transmission shop. Entire transmission and faulty pcm had to be replaced at cost of $4600. 00. Toyota is aware of issue, released a TSB regarding repair issues. TSB is limited to 8 years or 80,000 miles. Toyota and dealer have refused to help in any way.

2003 Toyota Rav4. Consumer requests ramification to unsuccessful attempts to fix the manufacturer's defect in workmanship the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated. Prior to the engine light illuminating, the consumer noticed the vehicle would stall as she applied the accelerator pedal after a red light and it would surge with force once it accelerated. The consumer was charged $664. 87 for a sensor and v-ripped belt. On March 24, 2010, the check engine light illuminated again. Upon researching on the internet, the consumer discovered a TSB for the pcm and ecm. The consumer also complained of a squeaking noise coming from the front of the vehicle at the slightest road bump and hearing a thump when turning the wheels to the far right. The consumer stated the dealer never mentioned the TSB's regarding the ecm/pcm.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Rav4. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle would not shift into gear. After a couple of seconds, the vehicle returned to the correct gear, followed by a loud banging sound. The vehicle also jerked during this time. There were no failures or warning indicators prior to the failures. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the transmission was failing. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer confirmed that the transmission and tcm failed, and stated that the repair would cost $6,500. The manufacturer would not provide compensation because the vehicle was out of warranty. The contact was later informed that if she had the vehicle repaired at the cost of $6,500, the manufacturer would reimburse her in the amount of $2,500. The contact discovered a technical service bulletin for the failure with the transmission, which stated that a warranty was offered that would cover the emission failure of the transmission for up to 80,000 miles. The manufacturer stated that they will investigate and call the contact back. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 67,548 and current mileage was 68,270.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift into first or second gear, and the vehicle would jerk. The vehicle shifts from first to third gear without incident. In addition, the vehicle loses power and jerks when driving in reverse. The check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel and the solenoid was diagnosed as the cause of the failure. The failures are identical to the ones mentioned in the service bulletin for the transmission control module. The dealer stated that the vehicle could not be repaired because it was not under warranty. The failure and current mileages were 85,000.

On oct. 5, 2002, I bought a brand new 2003 Toyota Rav4 from star Toyota of bayside inc. As of this writing, the automobiles mileage is only 15, 782 miles. On July 13, 2009 (8 â½ months ago), I had taken my 2003 Toyota Rav4 for service in regards to the lighting on the instrument panel check engine. Additionally, I stated that prior to the engine light turning on, I had noticed that the car would stall as I hit the gas pedal after a red light, and that it would surge with force once it accelerated; it felt like a rear-ended collision. The vehicle only had 12,894 miles when the SUV was taken in for a diagnostic test. I was charged $664. 87 for a sensor and a v-ripped belt. Last week, on Mar. 24, 2010 at 15,757 miles, the service engine light came back on. This problem recurred for the 2nd time in just 8 â½ months of prior work rendered, and after only 2,863 miles. While researching the internet in regards to check engine light on 2003 Toyota Rav4, I stumbled upon hundreds of consumers complaints for the exact problems. I have been having trouble with harsh symptoms before the engine light and, unsafe and harsh driving conditions. As I continued my research efforts, I immediately linked into a few Toyota tsbs concerning a defected ecm/pcm replacement procedure to the failing components as transmission control module & power train control module w/the diagnostic trouble codes. I have serviced the vehicle throughout the years, and never informed of any of the numerous Toyota tsbs. It's dishonest, and lacks integrity not to formally inform the loyal consumers of the defection and the safety issues & transmission failure. In written format, I am justifiably and legitimately requesting proper and honest ramification to this unsuccessful attempts to fix the manufacturer's defection in workmanship of my 2003 Rav4. The purchase of a new auto was to assure myself peace of mind of safety & quality. A letter will be mail out tomorrow to Toyota customer service.