Water Pump Problems of Toyota RAV4

Water pump leak I believe started around 21,000 miles. Along with the replacement of front brake pads I complained of right front side of car with squealing noise possible drive belt or dirty rotor. At one point both front rotors slightly warm to touch after 45 min city drive home, another time right rotor hot and left slightly warm. They replaced front brake pads not checking calipers or hose and just put on brake pads and said right tire worn and replaced both and said it will solve the problem. After a few days Toyota rep and told him the said intermittent squealing somwhat grind noise was back. Not taken seriously I reported to corporate and went to another dealer to do diagnostic checking calipers and found nothing. Around 50,000 miles I found powder next to drive belt. They discovered it was a leaking water pump and replaced my pump and drive belt. 41/2 months later the car had same squealing now rubber sound added, steering stiffer and hissing sound came from front of engine at light. Took in and couldn't find anything wrong in entire day 8 hrs. I drove away and by third light squealing for 25 mins and neighbors heard me coming,one couple reported loud at front right tire. I reported that immediately to justin at precision that my car was worse and turning steering wheel right and left is now happening as nieghbor reported but no return call. This car sound typically happens at braking at light and hitting gas at light on city streets drive at 40-50 miles per hr. But usually at lights can hear. Called justin after left shop car right and left turns squeak when turning steering wheel only one day did I hear two different sounds whirring noise and hissing sound 3 days apart at light stopped 3 weeks my car, jumped forward at a stop I've had it aligned new tires & still intermittent noise now worse Dec 2019 changed water pump and drive belt /sprayed engine down.

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Tl the contact owns a 2009 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the water pump leaked fluid without warning. The vehicle was taken to the Toyota of orange dealer (714-639-6750, 1400 n tustin st, orange, CA 92867) where the technician diagnosed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000. Fe.

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Loud idle coming from passenger side of engine. Occurs at start up and at operating temperatures. Brought to dealership and was diagnosed as a failing water pump; would need to be replaced. Seems premature for water pump to be failing given the mileage.

Took vehicle in for an unrelated recall and was told we needed to have an oil consumption test, vehicle failed - had engine rebuild work performed at Toyota dealership (as recommended by Toyota to remedy the oil consumption failure) free of charge with the exception of the dealerships recommendation of replacing the water pump and gaskets we paid for. Less than 10k miles later the motor is blown - cause given: oil starvation. We had the oil changed every 3000 miles and the oil was checked once a month and never showed low on the dip stick. The dealership and an engineer deemed the problem is ours and take no responsibility. We as consumers were never represented at the time the determination was made. I have requested the engineer's report in writing. To be clear, the vehicle was perfectly fine when originally taken in for the unrelated recall, it didn't even require additional oil between oil changes.

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Car started making loud noise, coming from the engine, when driving. The noise occurs at any speed once the car is running. I brought it into an auto mechanic and was told that it was a defective water pump and bearing. The car only has 47,093 miles.

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Rav4 2008 limited v4 water pump leaking at 78000 miles. Leaking my $600 money I am looking for user to file class action. . Read more...

Just learned today that I need a new transmission for a 2008 Rav4 with only 74,000 miles on it. Had the car in for service at 72,000 miles where they did the 70k mi service to include multipoint/floor mat, replaced the water pump, brake fluid flush and "engine minor". I think something is wrong here. My 5 year or 100k prepaid warranty ended in June so no coverage available. Shouldn't a transmission last longer than 70k miles?.

Vehicle idling and beginning to overheat due to bad water pump at 47,500 miles. Toyota says this is not a warranty issue. If vehicle overheated, could cause fire.

Water pump starting making incredible diesel / mechanical grinding sounds. Coolant leaking from water pump. Water pump bearing overheating - odor clearly discernible from inside vehicle. Checked internet - this is a very common complaint among Rav4 v6 owners - many owners having replaced water pump on this year vehicle at 25,000k miles! dealers charging anywhere from us $325. 00 - $900. 00.

2007 Toyota rav 4. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle water pump failure. The #6 ignition coil was replaced, as it was shorting out and the steering wheel made an unusual noise, when it was turned.

Brought vehicle in for a recall and oil change, and was told that the water pump has failed and requires replacement at a cost of over $700. Upon research, this early water pump failure appears to be a common problem with Rav4's, although no recall has been issued yet.

Water pump required replacement.

I brought my Rav4 for service last Jan 31, 2013 at a Toyota dealer here in hawaii. They told me that there is a sign of a leak on the water pump and charging me $602 just for parts. I declined for the repair. At home, I saw in the internet that this is a common problem for this vehicle. At a mileage of 55109, I don't think this should a problem. So maybe its a defective water pump.

2007 Toyota rav 4. Consumer writes in regards to problems with recall notices for rear suspension and power window switch. The consumer stated did not believe the recall was performed, as he is still experiencing problems with the power window switch. Also, the water pump was replaced.

Leaking water pump, replaced at 60,000 mile service interval.

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Water pump failed at 46000 miles needing to be replaced along with the pulley assembly.

The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated the that the vehicle was constantly losing anti-freeze and causing the vehicle to overheat. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic where the mechanic stated that the water pump malfunctioned and needed to be repaired. The contact did not call the manufacturer and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 79,650.

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12/22/2010 @ 44,169 miles the steering knocked when taking tight turns. The intermediate steering shaft was replaced. 9/16/2011 @ 50,131 miles the alternator bearings gave way and the water pump was seeping fluid. The alternator and water pump were replaced. 12/16/13 @ 63,336 miles the engine failed. The check engine light, vehicle stability light and 4wd lights came on and the dealer service department indicated that the head gasket had failed, the engine was leaking coolant and the SUV needed a new engine.

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2003 Toyota rav was stop instead of accelerating on highway starting 12/17, brought to dealership on 12/22/09 and they changed spark plugs; brought back 12/29 they changed water pump and then test drove and called me to tell me it could be transmission but to replace the ecm first since they knew it could cause transmission problems.

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Driving on I-495 on my way to school at 70 mph, on cruise control, 2006 Rav4 started making noise, low oil sort of noise, and I started to pull over. No oil light, no check engine light, before I could even pull over to the side of the road the engine blew. Car was towed to dealership, where they replaced entire engine because of the damage. Cost of new engine and labor was around $9,000. Was told by the dealer that water pump failed, causing engine to overheat and blow piston 3 through the side wall, but as a amateur mechanic, I am 100% positive this is not what happened to the car. The vvt-I oil line ruptured on the highway, causing the engine to lose all oil and blow, but the dealership refused to agree and forced us to pay for the repairs out of pocket, rather than covering it because Toyota knew that it was a defective part, as it had been the cause for many TSB's, as well as many many dollars spent by consumers trying to replace all of these defected parts.

Inspect and replace water pump and serpentine belt on Feb 2009, engine issue again Feb 2012 check engine light is on/flashing - estimate $955. 98+tax - four wheel alignment $69. 95+tax tech road tested and found front sway bar end links are worn/loose $435. 82+tax (repairs completed) Feb 2012 brake noise ~|~customer states noise when braking ~|~front and rear brake inspection done at this time ~|~inspection only no concerns found at this time (another mechanic replaced entire front brakes shortly after as they were found highly damaged) transmission service ~|~customer requests transmission service w/differentials ~|~maintenance ~|~drained and refilled automatic transmission fluid w/transfer case and differentials as needed (less than year later had trans fluid again replaced as continued issues) now is seemingly worse and more often. Step on gas and nothing happens for several seconds then jerks forward, loud thunking sound, extremely dangerous to drive as unknown when it will occur. Have not been using vehicle very much because of it. If this issue was known about in 2006 why was this never repaired before I even bought it or notify me of when I took it in for services on several occasions?.

I brought my 2006 Rav4 to the Toyota dealership for two different recall notices including the suspension and airbag. Upon inspection, they notified me the water pump needed replacing and that the steering column brackets were loose. They said this is a common problem and tried to tell me that it is caused by normal wear & tear. My last vehicle I had for over 190,000 miles and never had this problem. Upon researching, this seems to be a common problem. I was told this problem needs to be fixed immediately as failure to fix it could result in loss of steering control. Previously I have brought the loud popping noise to various Toyota dealerships and have never been told of this issue in 9 years. This issue would not have been caught if is wasn't for the recall on the airbag. Anything that appears to be a "common" issue in a vehicle that can result in loss of steering is a serious safety issue and should be recalled and fixed by Toyota at no cost to the consumer. The cost is estimated at $600+ to repair.