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Toyota Rav4 1997 Safety Reports and Reviews
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Toyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags FrontalToyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags Frontal Review #513792 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . consumer requests assistance in disconnecting passenger airbag due to small child riding in the front seat..0 person(s) died.Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in EVERETT, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 01, 1996. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #813659 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 1997.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . while driving vehicle on freeway about 80 mph had attempted to change lanes when vehicle suddenly stalled or died out for no reason in heavy traffic; everything went out. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V1V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in BERKLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Seat Belts Front Buckle AssemblyToyota Rav4 1997 Seat Belts Front Buckle Assembly Review #816742 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 07, 1997.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY . consumer was involved in a side impact collision, traveling about 45 mph. the shoulder belt failed to hold the occupant, forcing the driver's side occupant into the passenger's side seat, also the belt failed to lock up, and the belts became very loose, the seat belt were fully extended, causing injuries to the driver.*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V3V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in GREENSBORO, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #515641 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . vehicle stalls in rainy weather..0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V6V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in FLUSHING, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 Seat Belts Front RetractorToyota Rav4 1997 Seat Belts Front Retractor Review #523450 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 07, 1997.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR . upon being broadsided by another vehicle, the car spun into a traffic island on the passenger's side. sea tbelt failed to retract and driver wa sthrown towards passenger's side. the driver's head struck the post/door frame or roof, resulting in injuries. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V3V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in GREENSBORO, NC. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 30, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Seat Belts Front AnchorageToyota Rav4 1997 Seat Belts Front Anchorage Review #528338 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE . middle/rear seat belt tightens..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V4V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in OMAHA, NE. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 12, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags FrontalToyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags Frontal Review #825390 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . vehicle was involved in two accidents in which there was no deployment of driver's or passenger's side airbags. the final accident was a direct frontal impact at 40 mph in which driver was hurt. cause of problem unknown. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V5V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in WESTMINSTER, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags Frontal Review #825390 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . vehicle was involved in two accidents in which there was no deployment of driver's or passenger's side airbags. the final accident was a direct frontal impact at 40 mph in which driver was hurt. cause of problem unknown. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V5V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in WESTMINSTER, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags Frontal Review #781543 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 10, 1998.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . someone hit the driver from behind and veered into next lane where another car hit the driver and the vehicle flipped over, driver's air bag did not deploy,resulting in an injury. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V1V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 15, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual TransmissionToyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #542314 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . the boot around the manuel transmission came off jamming movement of the shifter..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V4V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in ORLAND, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchToyota Rav4 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #820270 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 1997.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . 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. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V2V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 04, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #544518 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 1998.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . engine failed causing vehicle not to start. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V9V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in NORTH BRUN, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1997. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #607837 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 22, 1998.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . possible engine failure caused the vehicle to crank but not start..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V9V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in NORTH BRUN, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 1997. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc PadsToyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads Review #607794 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS . brake pads wore prematurely. nlm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V8V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in NORTH HOLL, CA. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 01, 1996. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #515641 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Feb 05, 1997.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . car stalled twice..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V6V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in FLUSHING, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Carburetor SystemToyota Rav4 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Carburetor System Review #609469 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1998.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM . auto choke valve failure..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V7V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in STUDIO CITY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #711787 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 21, 1999.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . the car has a stalling problem. i have taken back to the dealership twice for this problem. the car initially just had a starting problem where it will start and stalls immediately. the last time i took it to the dealership they told me it the starter and i had it replaced, but it is still doing the same thing. it does not matter if the car is cold or warm. i could just pull into a gas station and it won't start. if i wait about ten minutes, it will start again. but, i have no idea when this will happen. yesterday, driving on the highway going about 60mph the car just stalled. i was lucky enough to be able to drift to the shoulder. i waited about ten minutes and it started again. there is no rhyme of reason to this, there is no warning of any kind..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V0V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in ELLICOTT CITY, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components DiscToyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Review #849111 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 07, 1999.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC . front brakes malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance, and the brakes went to metal to metal. cause unknown. please provide further information. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JF3XP10V8V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in BELMONT, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Review #713560 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . the idle air control (iac) valve controls the idle speed by metering air around the throttle plate, under control of the engine computer. the iac valve on my vehicle sticks when the engine is cold, requiring me to hold a slight throttle pressure to keep the engine running after cranking. on several occasions, as i was easing the car out of the garage at idle, the iac valve unstuck and caused the car to surge ahead. this is very abrupt and disconcerting, but it has not (yet) caused an accident. i have a toyota factory shop manual, and i made the resistance and voltage checks called out for the iac valve; all were satisfactory. since the valve's coils appear to be okay, and the engine computer's commands appear to be okay, i conclude that the iac valve simply sticks when it is cold. the problem goes away with a warm engine. this problem began about six months ago, and it now occurs at almost every morning start. i commute about 25 miles per day. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V1V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in LOMPOC, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Air BagsToyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags Review #852368 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Feb 27, 1999.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS . vehicle experienced no deployment of airbag system during collision which resulted in head, chest and neck injuries. injuries may not have occured if airbag's were not defective. *yc.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V1V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in HIALEAH, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation ComponentsToyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Review #607242 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . brake system makes grinding noise. yh.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V6V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in LOS ANGELE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank AssemblyToyota Rav4 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Review #715806 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY . i cannot fill the gas tank on this vehicle; gas gauge never registers as full. tops off several times, cannot tell when tank is full. dealership tells me it needs new sending unit, which neither they nor toyota will pay for..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V0V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in FRANKLIN, MA. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1999. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Review #715806 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY . i cannot fill the gas tank on this vehicle; gas gauge never registers as full. tops off several times, cannot tell when tank is full. dealership tells me it needs new sending unit, which neither they nor toyota will pay for..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V0V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in FRANKLIN, MA. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1999. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Equipment Electrical Air ConditionerToyota Rav4 1997 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Review #716967 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 1999.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . this has caused many problems for my toyota truck rav - since my car was never in an accident toyota is claiming this is not under warranty. parts of rav have been rubbing against my a/c which caused both units to fail at separate times, causing a major headache for myself. i have not noticed any recalls from toyota on any of this major componets. please help. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V3V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in MILFORD, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise ControlToyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #724176 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2000.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . upon start up of engine, brakes and steering wheel "locked up" as putting car into gear. turned out engine was stalling out. car also would take off on its own after restarting engine and put into drive. dealer diagnosed it as idle control valve problem and replaced part. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in SAN ANTONIO, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #728359 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 05, 2000.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . problem of stalling and vehicle acceleration ongoing since june..now august and back to dealer again as this is very dangerous in traffic especially with children in vehicle...0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V9V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in DERRY, NH. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control LinkagesToyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Linkages Review #871972 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 23, 2000.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES . while driving down the road coming to a red light consumer took foot off gas pedal, and vehicle started to accelerate, consumer tried to put on brakes and pulled emergency brake, consumer swerved hitting a school bus that was crossing in front of vehicle. took to a mechanic, and he said it was a design flaw, a cover that covers acceleration cable assembly, it fell into place and locked acceleration open. *ak investigation by independent group indicated that the accident was the result of failed/ stuck accelerator. *yh.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10VXV7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in PASADENA, TX. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Steering Wheel And Handle BarToyota Rav4 1997 Steering Wheel And Handle Bar Review #874720 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 05, 2000.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR . steering wheel nut became loose while driving, damaging cable reel assembly which control airbag, causing loss of vehicle control. consumer stated steering wheel nut must have come from manufacturer loose. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP1033V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in HUBERT HGTS., OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 SeatsToyota Rav4 1997 Seats Review #557563 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEATS . the seat design is very uncomfortable and not supportive to the consumer, the seat back angles back and the headrest angles forward, this offers the consumer no head support. *mjs.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V9V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in CHEBOYGAN, MI. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 12, 1999. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Toyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation ComponentsToyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Review #746108 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . it was raining, not heavy, though. i was going about 65 mph on a major highway and tried to brake because the traffic in front of me was slowing down. the car started losing control and i couldn't brake and stop the car at all. then the car started moving towards the left quickly and spinned for about 2 or 3 times. the rear end on the right side finally hit the middle barrier on the highway and the car turned out to be facing the incoming traffic. no airbags deployed. i wasn't hurt too badly because i didn't hit any other cars (luckily) and it was the rear end that got hit. i got a big bruise on my thigh and my whole body was sore for 3 days. the car was totaled. i don't know if there's a defect with the brake or the wheels or not, but i thought i'd report this for other owners to be aware of. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V3V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in OLATHE, KS. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual TransmissionToyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #785815 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 31, 2000.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . the fifth gear failed. *yd.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V9V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in EPHRATA, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 1996. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #785815 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 31, 2000.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . the fifth gear failed. *yd .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V9V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in EPHRATA, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 1996. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalToyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #763305 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . each time you stop and then push on the gas pedal it sticks. you must push harder than usual to get the car to move. but that makes the car lurch forward at a greater speed than you would like. in traffic this is very dangerous. the dealer said it was the fuel injectors , but i think it,s in the linkage or the way the pedal was made that is the cause of the problem.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP1OV6V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in VINELAND, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2097. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #8017189 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 24, 2002.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . while vehicle was at idle and with no warning the vehicle will stall, causing consumer to pull over. dealer will be notified. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10U9V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in LOUIVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 Tires Temporary/emergency Spare TireToyota Rav4 1997 Tires Temporary/emergency Spare Tire Review #767577 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE . the car was purchased with alloy wheels but the spare tire has steel rims in which the existing lug nuts do not fit so the spare tire can not be used. i think the company should provide a usable spare tire. i contacted them about that but they said that year, their rav 4 came with steel rims so they gave me some lug nuts to use but they are too short and cannot lock the tire in place. the existing lugs also cannot lock the tire in place and the tire rattles. one of the managers told me to use these in an emergency only but i do not want to damage the treads on the bolts with the tire sliding on the bolt. i think if they sold the tire as a spare, it should function as a safe spare and i should not be responsible for purchasing another rim, lug nuts, or tire jack so i can use the spare tire safely. this should apply to all '97 rav 4 owners. i did not catch it earlier because i did not need to use the spare until now.*ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3XP10V0V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in KAUNAKAKAI, HI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2098. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Wheels Lugs/nuts/boltsToyota Rav4 1997 Wheels Lugs/nuts/bolts Review #767577 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on .TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS . the car was purchased with alloy wheels but the spare tire has steel rims in which the existing lug nuts do not fit so the spare tire can not be used. i think the company should provide a usable spare tire. i contacted them about that but they said that year, their rav 4 came with steel rims so they gave me some lug nuts to use but they are too short and cannot lock the tire in place. the existing lugs also cannot lock the tire in place and the tire rattles. one of the managers told me to use these in an emergency only but i do not want to damage the treads on the bolts with the tire sliding on the bolt. i think if they sold the tire as a spare, it should function as a safe spare and i should not be responsible for purchasing another rim, lug nuts, or tire jack so i can use the spare tire safely. this should apply to all '97 rav 4 owners. i did not catch it earlier because i did not need to use the spare until now.*ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3XP10V0V0. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in KAUNAKAKAI, HI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2098. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineToyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10010157 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 12, 1998.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . my rav has had 2 engine replacements the first at 16,000 miles and the second at 49,000 miles. the first one happened when it stalled out going through an extremely large puddle of water on the access road and the second for no apparent reason. *nlm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in FAIBANKS, AK. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: AUTO SERVICE COMAPAN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AK. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 99709 . Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10010158 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 03, 2003.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . my rav 4 - 57348 miles. it started making a tapping sound in the engine and it has makes a metal on metal vibration upon acceleration and especially when i make a gradual left turn and decelerate. i brought it into the dealer. they say it may be that the lifters are a bit worn and that this will not harm anything. this is odd because a new engine was placed in the car at 49,000 + miles. they could not identify what the vibration noise was and said that it is possibly a rock in the brake system. i know what that sounds like and strongly disagree with their analysis. the noise is definitely coming from the engine. *nlm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in FAIRBANKS, AK. Vehicle was purchased on July 17, 1996. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: AUTO SERVICE COMAPAN . DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 99701 . Toyota Rav4 1997 Electrical SystemToyota Rav4 1997 Electrical System Review #10013717 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 22, 2002.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the subject is "improper circuit design caused self ignited fire to the vehicle because of an electric abnormality within the radiator fan motor" . the time that happened the motor was off and car in park in front of my house. vehicle is a 1997 toyota rav-4 manufactured in april 1997 by the toyota motor corporation at their assembly plant in motomachi-thara, japan. at the time of its fabrication , the vehicle was assigned unique public identification number jt3hp10v4v7056588. computerized scrutiny of this number relative to check digit"4" and sequence number "056588" has confirmed the vehicle identity. there was investigation by the hard facts investigative engineering reported on january 01, 2003. i will be able to send copy of the whole report. i filed a complaint to the company at the following address:toyota motors sales , u.s.a.,inc. 19001 s. western avenue,p.o. box 2722, torrance,ca 90509-2722 to mr. garrett biggs, claim analyst ,legal department, on 12/23/2002. the case id #2002 1223 0018. the answer was the car is old and the vehicle odometer indicates a registered 49,851 miles road utility. case is closed. *nlm.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V4V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in BRIDGEWATER, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 23, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CRYSTAL MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 732-968-1000 . DEALER'S CITY: GREEN BROOK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 08812 . Toyota Rav4 1997 Electrical System IgnitionToyota Rav4 1997 Electrical System Ignition Review #10041719 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2003.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . my rav 4 has had a very costly and difficult-to-fix electrical problem the last 3 months. sometimes it starts right up, but it has also had stalling problems and once died completely. three different mechanics have worked on it and nobody has yet been able to correct the problem completely. it has always come back. the dealership even said that it has to fail completely again before they can attempt to know what's wrong. that means i will have to wait to be stranded until someone can maybe fix the vehicle. i may be forced to sell the vehicle for parts way before i should for a car of that age and mileage. *la.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 15, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Toyota Rav4 1997 Exterior Lighting Turn SignalToyota Rav4 1997 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Review #10048841 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2003.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL . prior to a turn, when the left or right blinker is put on, the headlights go off. after about 4 seconds they come back on. then, after the turn, as the blinker automatically cancels, the headlights go out again for about 15 seconds. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V0V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in MILPITAS, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 15, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Fuel System, OtherToyota Rav4 1997 Fuel System, Other Review #10068418 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2001.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . manufacturer recently issued a warranty extention to certain components of the emission system and selectively excluded my component (egr valve) exhaust gas recirculator. i beleive this component should be inlcuded in the list of exhaust systems which should receive extended care due to poor workmanship..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V6V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 19, 1996. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CARLSON TOYOTA . Toyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual TransmissionToyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #10090936 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 12, 2004.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . fifth gear failed, need to replace entire manual transmission.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 114000 miles. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in ST CHARLES, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Air BagsToyota Rav4 1997 Air Bags Review #10111434 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Feb 05, 2005.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS . while driving and approaching a steep hill at 35 mph, and upon going down a hill, vehicle fish tailed out of control. hitting a median strip. consumer had to swerve right, and went into a tail spin out of control. the seat belt either released or broke. the roof caved in. all the windows broke. consumer was injured. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, VA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, ElectricToyota Rav4 1997 Service Brakes, Electric Review #10111434 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Feb 05, 2005.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC . while driving and approaching a steep hill at 35 mph, and upon going down a hill, vehicle fish tailed out of control. hitting a median strip. consumer had to swerve right, and went into a tail spin out of control. the seat belt either released or broke. the roof caved in. all the windows broke. consumer was injured. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, VA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Seats Front Assembly ReclinerToyota Rav4 1997 Seats Front Assembly Recliner Review #10146145 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2005.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER . dt: the contact stated the driver's side seat shifted forward and backwards. also, engine check light appeared. took vehicle to dealer, who replaced gas recirculation valve (egr valve). *ak .Mileage was 113000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10VXV7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: GROSSY TOYOTA . DEALER'S CITY: CHICAGO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. Toyota Rav4 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2005.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) . dt: the contact stated the driver's side seat shifted forward and backwards. also, engine check light appeared. took vehicle to dealer, who replaced gas recirculation valve (egr valve). *ak .Mileage was 113000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10VXV7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 11, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: GROSSY TOYOTA . DEALER'S CITY: CHICAGO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. Toyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual TransmissionToyota Rav4 1997 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #10171221 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2006.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . pops out of 5th gear! had fixed, and 6 months later it happened again. *nm .Mileage was 168000 miles. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in CALGARY, 00. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 18, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 120 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Suspension Front Wheel BearingToyota Rav4 1997 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10181160 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2001.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . tl*- the right front wheel bearing has failed since purchasing the vehicle on march 1, 2001.. the first incident occurred at 59,000 miles on june 30, 2001. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and it was repaired at no charge while under warranty. the second incident occurred at 98000 miles on january 28, 2003. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and fixed it, the contact paid $300.00 for the repair. the third incident was at 98,050 miles on february 28, 2003. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer where they found the bearings failed, noted code f on their report. it was found that the bearings were bent. the dealer repaired the vehicle at no charge, but the contact had to go to the senior mechanic of the dealer for approval. the forth incident was at 160,000 miles on june 14, 2006. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer after hearing the same noise again. the contact was told that they could not find any problems after test driving and looking under the vehicle under a rack. on june 20, 2006 the contact took the vehicle to performance service center, where the vehicle was placed on a rack and it was diagnosed with a bad front wheel bearing, and replaced. the contact paid $348.45. *ak .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 59000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V8V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in AUBURN, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: MAGNISON TOYOTA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 530-885-0638 . DEALER'S CITY: AUBURN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 95603 . Toyota Rav4 1997 TiresToyota Rav4 1997 Tires Review #10238087 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2008.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . driving on i -10 in buckeye az @ speed of 65-70 when saw sparks coming from front driver side of my rav4 then a load thumping sound and then the car weaving from side to side and i thought it was going to roll over. i was able to get the rav to the side of the freeway and when exiting the car saw that the tread had separated from the tire but the tire was fully inflated this caused damaged to the wheel well , bumper and fender resulting in an insurance claim and alot of jittery nerves as there were 2 small grandchildren and a pregnant daughter in the car. tire is a uniroyal p215/70r 99s bw tiger paw touring sr. bought at 61,194 and i now have 83,000 so i have put 22,000 miles on these tires in 3 years. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82997 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V2V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in GLENDALE, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed ControlToyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10313982 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 2009.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . my 1997 toyota rav 4 gas pedal was sticking i took it to two place they suggested that it was dangerous to keep driving the vehicle. i took it to dealership they fixed it. was my vehicle a recall. *tr.Mileage was 119002 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3GP10V8V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in COLUMBUS, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:FWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10320951 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 2010.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . gas pedal sticks. *tr.Mileage was 143000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V0V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in MT PLEASANT, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Structure Frame And Members Underbody ShieldsToyota Rav4 1997 Structure Frame And Members Underbody Shields Review #10431133 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2011.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS . i took my vehicle in for some routine maintenance to be done and was called to come in by the mechanic. he showed me under my car, more specifically the frame on my car. it had extensive rust damage. the rust was not just on the surface, but had large holes eaten away within the entire frame. the body of the vehicle is in very good condition. the mechanic stated it was not safe to drive, because of the holes/damage on the frame. he did not think it was normal wear. updated 10/20/11 *bf .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 165920 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V8V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in ALEXANDRIA, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Structure Frame And MembersToyota Rav4 1997 Structure Frame And Members Review #10452593 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 21, 2012.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS . the sub-frame is rusting out and i have been told it is dangerous to drive. toyota has told me there is nothing they can do. *js.Mileage was 108000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V4V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in APPLETON, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Structure Frame And Members Review #10453175 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 20, 2012.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS . tl* the contact owns a 1997 toyota rav4. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance where they detected that the entire subframe was completely rusted. the vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer for a second opinion. the technician informed the contact that the body frame would need to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 108,000. updated 05/11/12 *bf updated 05/21/12.Mileage was 108000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V4V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in APPLETON, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Toyota Rav4 1997 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Toyota Rav4 1997 Structure Frame And Members Underbody ShieldsToyota Rav4 1997 Structure Frame And Members Underbody Shields Review #10554577 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2013.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS . we took our 1997 rav4 to the mechanic for a routine tire rotation and oil change. the mechanic informed us the subframe was severely rusted and dangerous to drive. i did some research on the problem and found out it is a common occurrence with all rav4's and that toyota refuses to accept responsibility for a major design flaw in these vehicles. i've never heard of this happening in other vehicles i've owned. my mechanic whom i trust implicitly said they've replaced many sub frames on these vehicles exclusively. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110000 miles. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in ST.PAUL, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Toyota Rav4 1997 Unknown Or OtherToyota Rav4 1997 Unknown Or Other Review #10608257 TOYOTA RAV4 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2014.TOYOTA RAV4 1997, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . my son was driving, hit a pothole, and the sub frame completely broke in half. upon inspection, i found that it had been rotting out from the top..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 135000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JT3HP10V3V7. Toyota Rav4 1997 problem was reported in NINEVEH, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. |
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