Five problems related to water pump 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.
Car started making loud noise, coming from the engine, when driving. The noise occurs at any speed once the car is running. I brought it into an auto mechanic and was told that it was a defective water pump and bearing. The car only has 47,093 miles.
Rav4 2008 limited v4 water pump leaking at 78000 miles. Leaking my $600 money I am looking for user to file class action. . Read more...
Just learned today that I need a new transmission for a 2008 Rav4 with only 74,000 miles on it. Had the car in for service at 72,000 miles where they did the 70k mi service to include multipoint/floor mat, replaced the water pump, brake fluid flush and "engine minor". I think something is wrong here. My 5 year or 100k prepaid warranty ended in June so no coverage available. Shouldn't a transmission last longer than 70k miles?.
Water pump starting making incredible diesel / mechanical grinding sounds. Coolant leaking from water pump. Water pump bearing overheating - odor clearly discernible from inside vehicle. Checked internet - this is a very common complaint among Rav4 v6 owners - many owners having replaced water pump on this year vehicle at 25,000k miles! dealers charging anywhere from us $325. 00 - $900. 00.
Water pump required replacement.