Power Train Related Problems of the 2012 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2012 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the differential unit (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Toyota RAV4

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
16
Differential Unit problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2012 Toyota RAV4

The Power Train problem

While at the end of a car wash with the car in neutral, the car accelerated by itself. It reached 60 mph for over a half mile, and was unresponsive to steering and brakes. The left front wheel was severely damaged. Fortunately, there were no accidents.   Read details...

The Differential Unit problem

I took my vehicle in for service due to an engine knock. After 90 minutes to troubleshoot I was told that there was a major problem and that my vehicle was not safe to drive. Engine mount was broken, needed rear differential replaced. Mechanic had never seen anything like this.   Read details...


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