Power Train Related Problems of the 2018 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2018 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (24 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission not go into gear (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Toyota RAV4

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
24
Transmission Not Go Into Gear problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2018 Toyota RAV4

The Power Train problem

Malfunction: mechanical failure of the torque converter clutch. The vehicle exhibits a persistent transmission shudder during acceleration between 25–50 mph. Warning signs: none. There were no dashboard warning lights or error messages prior to or during the failure.   Read details...

The Transmission Not Go Into Gear problem

I purchased my Rav4 brand new mid/late year 2018. In December at app. 10000 miles I started having issues with the gears. Shifting from park to any gear I would hear a loud banging type noise and the entire car would jerk.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Toyota RAV4 model year vehicles:



RAV4 Service Bulletins
RAV4 Safety Recalls
RAV4 Defect Investigations