2006 Toyota RAV4 Engine Problems
- 101
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 101 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- excessive consumption · 14 records
- engine light · 12 records
- consumption test · 11 records
- quart every · 10 records
- light came · 9 records
- check engine · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 33 |
| 100–150k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Engine oil light comes on when going around turn, but goes off. I checked the oil and the dipstick was completely dry. I had to add 3 quarts of oil. The same thing happened the on 11/16/2013 and i had to add 3 quarts. I have seen numerous complaints on this issue on the internet. *tr
ODI 10552936
Engine
Oil consumption, insurance will not pay to correct this defect that apparently is a problem with toyota rav 4 this an issue with 2006 ravs and the should be a recall as this is a very expensive issue that is related to the vehicle making and not neglect by the owner. *tr
ODI 10648255
Engine
Driving car and the oil light failed to indicate oil was very low. Heard a knocking noise so i checked the oil and discovered the oil was low although oil had just been added a few days earlier. I was not sure if the vechicle was fit to drive, so for safety reasons i had the car towed to my mechanic. The mechanic checked out the car and said the engine was damaged due to the lack of oil and constant burning of oil…
ODI 10510847
Engine
The vehicle is consuming oil at an alarmingly high rate. The oil level indicator does not come on. It flashes on hard braking. However by this point the oil level is dangerously low. In my vehicle it has been less than 1 qt. *tr
ODI 10551627
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Car at about 37,[redacted] to store and drop kids off to school. Car parked for 10 minutes while at store shopping. Came back, started the engine. The engine light, vsc and 4wd lights all lighted up. When to local toyota dealer, dealer said can't service it at this time need to make appointment. Dealer stated based on the lights, this might be the ignition coil.. It's known to have problem. Estimated cost to fix…
ODI 10501068
Engine
The engine oil light would blink intermittently especially when applying brakes. Upon inspection of oil dipstick, there is no sign of any oil on the dipstick. Brought to a mechanic and had the oil changed (with synthetic mobil 1 as recommended by toyota). Mechanic noticed very little oil drained. After refilling with new oil, test drove the car and confirmed the dipstick showing oil at maximum level. Around 2000…
ODI 10512917
Engine
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. - TOYOTA WON'T FIX
ODI 10899780
Engine
The check engine oil light began flickering under hard braking. Light never was on under normal idle or travel. Upon checking oil on dipstick - no oil registered on dipstick. I immediately proceeded to the change oil and the oil pan only contained approximately 1.2 quarts or 75% less than the 4.5 quarts specified. Upon web research it appears rav4 has problems with excessive oil consumption. Registered a complaint…
ODI 10489526
Engine
I have the rav4 2006 4 cylinder motor. Valve loud all the time, and yaris. All time. Toyota in me said the only thing that was reset tacoma that was the same problem. *tr
ODI 10680442
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
Oil pressure warning lit up at approximately 73,050 miles. Diagnosis is that the oil consumption is faster than normal. Servicer topped off oil and returned to servicer after driving $1200 miles. I was told everything is fine. Then it happened again at approximately 81,950 miles. Servicer again tops off with oil and returned after driving another $1200 miles. This time the servicer stated that they need to tear the…
ODI 10520980
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
My truck has had 4 incidents of dangerously low oil levels. Toyota has service bulletins out regarding oil consumption and my model of the 2006 toyota rav4 regarding faulty pistons and rings. I have brought my truck to toyota 4 times for this issue and toyota refuses to fix the problem under my warranty stating that i am out of warranty even though my first complaint was 10/13/13 and my warranty expired jan 2013…
ODI 10513925
Engine
The engine coil malfunctioned, setting of 3 warning lights on the dash (check engine, vsc, and 4x4). The engine now misfires. This is the fourth time in three years. *tr
ODI 10476502
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
When backing the car out and turning the steering, there is a clunking noise that occurs. It mostly occurs from a cold start. There is a service bulletin out for this, but the dealer won't cover it. The car started making a popping sound. It was coming from underneath that car and made the exhaust sound really loud. Dealership said it was the centerpipe that was connected to the catalytic converter. The material of…
ODI 10561421
Engine · Steering
When backing the car out and turning the steering, there is a clunking noise that occurs. It mostly occurs from a cold start. The car started making a popping sound. It was coming from underneath that car and made the exhaust sound really loud. Shortly after, the car seems to be driving very clunky and does not drive as well as usual. The car vibrates and drives very slowly. It sounded like it dropped a cylinder.…
ODI 10561418
Engine
The check engine light turned on suddenly while the car was in motion on a highway. Even after pressing the gas pedal to the maximum possible extent, it couldn't pick up a speed above 20-25 mph. This could have turned into a serious accident as i could have been rear-ended by other cars. I drove the car to the nearest dealership of the manufacturer for servicing but they couldn't provide any service facility as they…
ODI 10470314
Engine
My car has been making more noise than usual. The engine sounded like it was always revving up, even in a parked position. I took it in to be looked at and they opened up the engine and said that there was metal on metal and metal in the pan (i really don't understand these terms). Overall, it needs a new engine!!!!! How can a 6 year old car with 94,000 miles need a new engine! It is worth nothing it i don't put a…
ODI 10465520
Engine · Steering
2006 toyota rav4, consumer stated within 3 1/2 months after oil, total oil leakage occurred. The pistons, rings and gasket had to be replaced. On feb 2, 2012 the consumer had an oil changed. On june 1, 2012 the oil warning light illuminated and the dipstick was completely dry. The consumer believed the oil leak was over a period of time and not just suddenly within 3 1/2 months. The technicians who performed the oil…
ODI 10482981
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
At approximately 81000 miles, rav-4 started to burn oil at a rate of two quarts per every 3000 miles. Now at 120,000 miles, it burns one quart every 1000 miles. By comparison, my 1987 toyota camry does not burn a drop. *tr
ODI 10660126
Engine
Excessive consumption of oil. It was first noticed approximately 3+ years ago it was noticed when car oil light came on and car was almost totally out of oil. At approximately 2,000 miles after an oil change, it is necessary to add 2-3 quarts of oil. This has been occurring after every oil change. Toyota recently tested and after 1,664 miles from the last oil change, 3 quarts of oil was needed to top it off. It did…
ODI 10723124
Engine
Oil light came on indicating low oil although the car had been serviced at a local shop within in the last month. It then became a problem with continually having to stop there and "topping off" although i was going there when the "maintenance" light came on. It would need 1 to 2 quarts each time. Have to carry oil all the time in my car as even though we check it fairly often, every 1 to 2 weeks. It always needs…
ODI 10690284
Engine
The vehicle loses 1-2 quarts of oil over 30-60 day period or 1500-2000 miles. No signs of leaks, dripping or other sources of loss are visible. In checking toyota rav4 owner forums, it seems this condition is prevalent among many and spans several model years. The condition has been occurring for several years now, but we thought it was just us and seemed to be a slower loss. Now the loss is much faster. I am…
ODI 10525159
Engine
Excessive engine oil burning and its consumption
ODI 10920213
Engine · Steering
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…
ODI 10558084
Engine
Since this date the car has been burning excessive oil. Burning about a quart every 800 miles. I seen numerous postings of the same problem. Please advise. *js
ODI 10545210
Engine
Burning engine oil, turns out need to fill engine oil very frequently. Search online, it's a recall. But it's expired for me
ODI 11153193