Two problems related to steering failed have been reported for the 2009 Toyota RAV4. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Toyota RAV4 based on all problems reported for the 2009 RAV4.
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Rav4. When the contact turned the steering wheel to the left or right, the steering wheel emitted a loud thumping noise and felt loose. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column shaft failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 98,000.
When turning the steering wheel either direction at low speeds a clunking noise was audible. Car has only 50,000 miles. Looked on internet and found hundreds of reports of the problem in multiple models and over many years. The cause is the steering column shaft. Took it to dealer and that was exactly the problem! $600 to repair ! further research indicates that japan has recalled these cars for this reason already. Recall these cars now!! steering failure can eventually happen!!.