Eight problems related to steering noise have been reported for the 2008 Toyota RAV4. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Toyota RAV4 based on all problems reported for the 2008 RAV4.
Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Toyota rav 4 . While starting /and idling the vehicle there was a abnormal clicking noise in the steering wheel. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated they were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to Toyota of melbourne 24 n. Harbor city boulevard, melbourne, FL 32935 (321) 426-9420 where diagnosed that the steering wheel and shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted who provided case 90906975 and was referred to local dealer the failure mileage was approximately 85,000. Ap.
When turning the steering wheel a loud banging noise comes from the steering column. It feels very unsafe and scarey to drive. Was told it is the steering and that Toyota is very aware of the issue with this year car, however since nobody has died yet it is not being recalled. The steering is sometimes unreliable and I never know if it will steer where I want it to or not. I am affraid to drive it, Toyota tells me its safe. I am not willing to be the first one to die because of Toyota greed to not recall and fix this huge safety issue. When car is in motion at low and high speeds turning any degree either way.
Clunking noise when turning the steering wheel.
Clunking noise from steering shaft that is both audible and felt through steering wheel. Occurs turning both left and right, going forward or reverse, but not when driving straight.
Vehicle makes noise when the steering wheel is turn. Diagnosed with rack & pinion problems by the Toyota dealer at 20, 070 miles.
There is a clunking noise when the steering wheel is turned to the left or right.
Slipping brakes, requiring frequent checkups and replacement popping noise in the steering wheel ( which after two years of complaining, I was informed is a defective steering shaft ) sudden acceleration increasing noise from under the vehicle jumping when the vehicle is place in reverse.
I have experienced a clunking noise when turning the steering wheel at low or no speeds for much of the time I have owned the car. It was reported and checked while under warranty. The dealer made an adjustment but did not record it in their service records. Now, at 42,159 miles, the noises have become more frequent and I can feel it while turning the wheel. Today, the dealer found a technical service bulletin for intermediate shaft noise and are recommending replacement of the shaft. Checking the web I have found that there have been many complaints on this with 2006 - 2008 Rav4's including numerous reports to the NHTSA. It is a known safety issue. I contacted Toyota today and was told there is no recall on the vehicle for it and the car is out of warranty. I will have to pay the cost for the shaft replacement. Since this is a known safety problem, I feel there should be a recall on it and Toyota should take care of the repairs at no cost.