Service Brakes Related Problems of the 2004 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows four common service brakes related problems of the 2004 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the service brakes (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake electric antilock (two problems).

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Toyota RAV4


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of the 2004 Toyota RAV4

The Service Brakes problem

The inspection sticker mechanic inspected the car and found the rear brake hoses rubbing against the sway bar indicating that there should be a clip somewhere to prevent rubbing. See picture attached. See if a possible safety recall can be done on all Toyota Rav4 vehicles.   Read details...

The Brake Electric Antilock problem

: the contact stated the oil was completely depleted in the vehicle before it reached 12000 miles. On a dry road, the vehicle's stopping distance was greatly extended, and greater force than usual had to be applied to stop the vehicle. It was taken to the dealer who suggested calling NHTSA.   Read details...

The Brake Disc Caliper problem

: the contact stated a grinding noise was coming from the rear and the dealership determined the caliper remained in a closed position. The pads, rotors, and calipers were replaced. 10,000 miles later, the problem returned.   Read details...


Service Brakes related problems in other Toyota RAV4 model year vehicles:



RAV4 Service Bulletins
RAV4 Safety Recalls
RAV4 Defect Investigations