One problem related to engine rattling and whining sounds has been reported for the 2004 Toyota RAV4. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Toyota RAV4 based on all problems reported for the 2004 RAV4.
When I accelerate, there is a whistling/rattling noise coming from the engine or front of the car. The dealership claims that this is a normal noise associated with the intake, but no new car should rattle/whistle this loudly!the noise becomes more audilble as the engine gets warmer or the temperature (weather) is hotter. I will file this complaint under "unknown" because this is my very first car and I am not familiar with cars and how they work. I am Smart enough to know that this noise isn't normal.