Suspension Related Problems of the 2017 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2017 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear axle spindle (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Toyota RAV4


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2017 Toyota RAV4

The Suspension problem

I have a 2017 Rav4 hybrid xle that I bought brand new. I have done all schedule maintenance on it. I was driving to an appointment on 15 November 2023 and the vehicle all the sudden jerked violently side to side throwing me off the road.   Read details...

The Rear Axle Spindle problem

There's a recall on my 2017 Toyota Rav4 and the dealership failed to mention it. This car was purchased brand new in July 2017. The recall was made June 15 2017. Recall id#265486. Recall is 17r2 for tires. Safety is very important here as I have kids in the car sometimes. Please do something.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension Shock Absorber problem

I purchased this vehicle used in July of 2023. There had been a persistant clunking noise in the rear when the road is bumpy along with some stabilty or swaying feeling. I had it inspected by independant mechanical shops.   Read details...


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