Structure Related Problems of the 2020 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 2020 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the body (42 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate hinge (seven problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Toyota RAV4


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2020 Toyota RAV4

The Body problem

The rear liftgate is no longer aligned and does not sit evenly when closed. After noticing the uneven fit, I inspected the liftgate hinges and found that both metal hinge brackets appear to be cracking and splitting at their mounting points.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem

The powered liftgate hinge is cracking and coming off the body of the car. Now the trunk/liftgate will not close. This is now a safety concern as I’m afraid the other hinge is becoming overloaded and the entire thing could separate off from the car.   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that there was an unusual sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact parked and inspected the vehicle.   Read details...


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