Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 2007 Toyota RAV4.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
2007 Toyota rav 4. Consumer states problem with vehicle keys the consumer stated the plastic casing on the ignition key separated from the metal part of the primary key. She then started using the spare key and within a year, the same thing happened to that key. The dealer informed the consumer it would cost $200 to replace the key. The consumer stated it is a challenge to hold the parts together when starting the vehicle.
I was driving home from work last January 19 at 5pm I saw my window that it looks like so hot outside and when I tried to open it,I saw a flame coming out from the left power switch. I was so scared because it looks like it was getting big so I stop my car ,turn off my engine,get out of the car and call 911. When police and fire department arrived, the fire or flames gone. It was so strange and scary. Good thing I never got hurt and I turned off the engine right away. I file this complaint because I just want you to be aware so that you guys can do any solution for this matter and I don't want anybody to experience what happen to me. Police report # 12-024482.
Master window power switch caught a fire in August 2011. It had been giving me problems since July 2009. Toyota would not fix it because to many miles. How does a power window stop working on a 2007 Rav4 when it only two years old. Faulty master power switch. It had a burn hole the size of a dime. I'm glad I took a picture of it. The first time I saw smoke was June 2011. I was so afraid to drive the fire trap I traded it in for a new car. The Rav4 was paid off now I have a car loan at 19. 9%,.
At around 60,000 miles, my 2007 Rav4 began making a very loud thumping, knocking noise from the steering column and shafts every time I turned the wheel left or right. The issue was noticeably worse at low speeds and the impact could be felt as a tremor through the steering wheel. By 70,000 miles, I feared for my safety driving at speeds higher than 35mph. The problem was addressed by two independent mechanics and the local Toyota dealership. All three advised that the issue should be repaired urgently as it is an immediate driver safety concern. Further research confirms that this is a recurring problem with 2006-2008 year Rav4s. Toyota recognizes that the intermediate steering shaft failures are serious enough to warrant the issue of two technical service bulletins. This flaw is covered by warranty for vehicles under 3 years of 36,000 miles, but costs over $1,000 to repair (at the owner¿s cost) out of warranty. This issue obviously relates to a design/material of construction deficiency with this model. Over 100 complaints already listed on NHTSA site. Any problems with the steering mechanism clearly affect the ability to safely drive the vehicle and thus need to be addressed immediately. Toyota is knowingly imposing risk on its drivers until this issue is dealt with, by a mandatory recall or extended warranty.
Clunking noise when turning steering wheel left or right while driving, Toyota dealer check TSB and found t-sb-0318-08. Advise to replace intermediate steering shaft which cost me total of $834. 86 including four wheel alignment. I have researched the problem with 2007 Toyota Rav4 in the internet and it seems like all the problem for this car is all the same. A recall should be implemented to correct the problem, do you have to wait until something really bad happend.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Rav4. While driving approximately 50 mph with the vehicle on cruise control he pushed the cruise lever up to increase the speed and the rmps increased excessively. He stated that the rmps increased excessively for a few seconds and then decreased. He refused to use the cruise control again. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer or local mechanic. The approximate failure and current mileages were 32,000. Updated 12/7/10 updated 12/22/10 the consumer stated the excessive increase in speed was due to operator error. Update 12/30/jb.
Car started rumbling and mis-firing while driving down the road with approximately 50,000 miles in August 2010. Repair consisted of replacing the #5 ignition coil for $225. Happened again 06/13/11 and #6 ignition coil needed to be replaced for the cost of $308. Part number fp#90919-a2007.
Have had two accidents with Toyota Rav4 2007 before recall. In both incidents thought I was pressing brake with no response.
2007 Toyota Rav4. Consumer wants to know will the vehicle have the same acceleration issues like the other Toyota's.
2007 Toyota Rav4 side impact crash concerns. Consumer would like to know if the test had any impact on the fuel tank or filler tube. He would like to know if they were damaged because they are close to the left side of the car.