Toyota RAV4 owners have reported 3 problems related to door latch (under the latches/locks/linkage category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Toyota RAV4 based on all problems reported for the RAV4.
In cold weather, below 30 degrees, both front door lock mechanisms are prone to freezing. This sometimes makes it impossible to open the vehicle. Other times, the door opens, but then will not shut because the lock mechanism is frozen. The door just bounces against the frame and does not latch. This has occurred on six separate occasions since late December of 1998. On a few of the occasions I was forced to drive while manually holding the door shut, and then tie the door shut from the inside upon arrival to my destination.
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Door locks: door locks will not lock unless consumer uses the key. Sometimes it locks driver in and can't get out. Problem still occurs, even after the fourth attempt to fix the manual door latch.
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Door lock failed.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems |