2007 Toyota RAV4 Suspension Problems
- 116
- 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 116 stored complaint records:
- 8 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Rear · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 25 |
| 100–150k mi | 25 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under nhtsa campaign number 13v383000 (suspension) but was informed by the dealer and the manufacturer that the part was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10556203
Suspension
I received this notice for safety recall in nov 2013 for repair of the rear lower suspension arm. At that time i was told parts were not available and call back . I called in dec 2013 same response; jan 2014 same response feb 2014 same response and was now told to call back in march. I am worried that this will be a potential hazard and they are still not repairing it. What can be done? *tr
ODI 10565549
Suspension
REAR SWAY BAR LINKS RUSTED OFF ON BOTH SIDES. *TR
ODI 10552727
Suspension
I have had the first recall done for the lower suspension arm recall c0j and received an interim notification for a revised recall csj saying it is not yet available in my area. This past weekend i had work done on my vehicle and was told the pin in my lower suspension arm is broke and i should have it fixed asap. I called my toyota dealer who told me the recall is not being done in my area as of yet. I called…
ODI 10551765
Suspension
I received a letter last summer/early fall regarding a recall of my 2007 toyota rav4 due to a problem with the rear suspension arm. I've been in contact with my local toyota dealer since november 2013 and have been trying to set up an appointment. They claim they are unable to get the parts from toyota and they keep putting me off. I believe that the dealer and/or toyota has failed or is unable to remedy the defect…
ODI 10595477
Suspension
Rear sway bar linkage broke. Very corroded. $240 fix. *tr
ODI 10548773
Suspension
While driving car on highway, i heard a low noise from the passenger side rear of the car that sounded like something in the right rear suspension broke. Since this time, the car sounds like something is loose and makes a knocking sound from the passenger side rear of the vehicle when driving between 10 mph and 30 mph when you go over small bumps. It sounds like a broken spring or shock absorber or some other…
ODI 10549657
Air Bags · Suspension
Hit a car in front of me and wreck the front right corner of the rav4 and no air bags went off. And my ins company total the rav4 and don't know what happen to the other car. *tr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10548461
Suspension
About 4-5 months ago i received a letter from toyota regarding problem with the rear lower suspension arm no. 1. The problem could "result in the loss of vehicle control and a crash." *tr each time i check with them they say they are not ready to remedy the problem and just continue to drive the vehicle i believe that it is very negligent of them to suggest that i continue to drive a vehicle that according to them…
ODI 10565332
Suspension
Turning from one street onto another at <5mph a pop occurred in the rear of vehicle and immediately i felt a drag and stopped. On the street, exiting vehicle i observed rear driver's wheel tilted significantly from the vertical. Had vehicle removed to my garage where rear suspension support was replaced. Now jumping hoops to get reimbursement from toyota. I never received any notice of recall only to find after…
ODI 10542449
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav 4. The contact received two recall notifications for nhtsa campaign id numbers: 12v373000 (suspension) and 13v383000 (suspension). The vehicle was not been repaired because the necessary parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10567006
Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control · Visibility/Wiper
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact received three recall notices in the mail several months ago and stated the dealer did not have the parts for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The vin was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. *tr
ODI 10521762
Suspension · Wheels
We were driving 55mph on highway 168 in north carolina north towards virginia coming home from vacation in the outer banks, nc. We were driving in left lane passing a jeep, pulling a small trailer, in the right lane when we heard a pop and the car started to swerve to the right. Our car struck the jeep on the driver's side turning the jeep so it ended up in front of us. Both vehicles finally came to a stop after i…
Crash reported
ODI 10522097
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, she noticed a vibration under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000.
ODI 10559608
Suspension
The toyota dealer states they do not have the parts and we need to check back. They have done this on other recalls for the same vehicle. *tr
ODI 10495142
Rear · Suspension
We were on a major highway going home from one part of the state to another when we thought we had a flat tire. Suddenly we lost control of the car going from the slow lane, crossing the passing lane and ending in the snowy median. The rear lower suspension arm no. 1 totally failed. Our home toyota dealer was suppose to inspect it on dec. 5 when we had our car in for an earlier recall. They had mentioned that we…
Crash reported
ODI 10492160
Suspension
My vehicle recently had a recall for potential rust issues with the rear lower suspension arm. Both my sway bar arms are now broken due to rust and toyota is charging me $500 to fix the issue. The service rep at the dealership told me "this is not a safety issue but the sway bars prevent the car from rolling over." this sounds like a major safety issue to me and also directly related to the recall issue. This is the…
ODI 10489200
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Window Devices And Controls · Steering · Suspension · Visibility
2007 toyota rav 4. Consumer writes in regards to problems with recall notices for rear suspension and power window switch. *smd 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. The consumer stated there were still problems with the suspension, after the dealer it was fixed. Due to the ongoing suspension…
ODI 10494241
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that while driving 35mph there was a clunking noise coming from the left rear of the vehicle. The vehicle became uncontrollable and suddenly spun out at a 180 degree and crashed into the curb. No injuries were reported. The air bags did not deploy and there was no warning light illuminating. The contact stated he inspects the vehicle and there was damages…
Crash reported
ODI 10483360
Rear · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that there was a loud noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that a link to the stabilizing bar was fractured. The dealer stated this had been a known issue. The contact asked about nhtsa recall campaign id number: 12v373000 (suspension: rear) for the rear tie rod, but the manufacturer stated that the…
ODI 10481551
Rear · Suspension
I have taken my vehicle to the toyota dealership to look at my rear lower suspension that i have been experiencing a loud abnormal sound when i'm on the road and getting worse and they said there is nothing wrong with my vehicle. Then i get this recall notice to get it checked out and still nothing wrong with it, but i had to put new tires on my vehicle and has caused the inside to be wearing out, on just the inside…
ODI 10480716
Suspension
I did went to dealer now they found leakage on rare shock suspension. This is because of rare lower suspension recall. Dealer saying it not part of recall. Only my wife drives car and we did took care very well. I would like to request this issue should be part of toyota recall.. Rare suspension not working properly need to replace by toyota and making noise.... *tr
ODI 10483616
Suspension
Both rear sway bar links broke on a well maintained rav4 that is garaged nightly. *tr
ODI 10471232
Suspension
We became aware of a recall for the vehicle for rust formation that could lead to separation of the rear suspension arms in august 2012. It's january 2013 and toyota tells us that they are still working on a "fix." they use a lot of salt to keep our local roads clear and, as you know, salt and unprotected steel are a recipe for failure for structural components. My point? It's been long enough to come up with a…
ODI 10492911
Electrical System · Power Window Devices And Controls · Suspension
My 2007 rav4 driver side rear window wont go up and down. The driver side control switch for the rear driver side window does not move. The switch for the rear driver side window on the back door does not work all the time. When it does work just one tap and the rear window (driver side) goes down all the way by its self. The other three switches for the windows and the other three windows seem to work and respond…
ODI 10471634