Suspension Related Problems of the 2012 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2012 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension noise (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Toyota RAV4


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2012 Toyota RAV4

The Suspension problem

I took the Rav4 to the dealership for a oil change and wheel alignment 0n 6-6-23. On 6-9-23 I took it back because on the freeway sometime it would start wobbling. They check it out and said the tow arms have play and movement. I said you gave it a 4 wheel alignment and didn`t see that.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

My rear suspension periodically thumps a few minutes after I start driving the vehicle and is most noticeable on a dirt roads. It sounds like a rock is hitting the underside of the car, but I know it is not a rock! it only does it once.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension Shock Absorber problem

Takata recall I have Rav4 2012 fwd base with 41000 miles, and have a regular maintenance. - when driving at low speed (30-40 mpg) in city, the driving is not comfortable because I feel all of the vibration in wheels. Also, small oscillation does not disappear and maintain in long time.   Read details...


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