Two problems related to wiring 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.
Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the wire harness wiring was being damaged by animals biting the wiring. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and diagnosis. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and they provided no remedy. The approxiamte failure mileave was 7,000. Dyd.
Extensive rodent damage to wiring harness, passenger air bag, heat/ac ducts, headliner, carpeting front & rear, instrument panel, and many more misc. Parts. Repair costs - $10,257. 91 because Toyota chose to make this car with a smaller carbon footprint using edible products (soy foam, rice husks, etc. ) in place of petroleum for much of the plastic parts. This material is now attractive to rodents and they designed the air inlet to the heater without a screen which allows rodents entry to the vehicle. It becomes a safety issue because the air bag was damaged enough to require replacement. My Toyota has become the incredible edible car.