2007 Toyota RAV4 Steering Problems
- 261
- 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 261 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- Column · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 108 |
| 60–100k mi | 47 |
| 1–30k mi | 45 |
| 100–150k mi | 20 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise that came from the front driver and passenger side wheels whenever the contact moved the steering wheel or when the vehicle was not in motion. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,200. The…
ODI 10511277
Air Bags · Electrical System · Steering
A r e call now on the clock spring stop acting stupid's. *tr
ODI 10557920
Steering
The steering shaft has a clunk noise and a clunk or shift can be felt in the steering wheel. Internet research reveals that this is an ongoing problem in 2006 and subsequent rav4 autos. It was originally felt at about 40,000 miles and internet research reveals that this may even occur at less mileage. Internet research reveals that this is an ongoing common problem in rav4s that has not been corrected by toyota. If…
ODI 10521930
Steering
While getting recall work done on my 2007 toyota rav4, the dealership called to say that they detected a 'clunking' in my steering column that was caused by the steering shaft and it was a 'known issue' with the model but not big enough for a recall. *tr
ODI 10499443
Steering
I've been hearing clicking noise when i turn the steering wheel to either sides. Not always present but it is a safety concern for me. *tr
ODI 10496911
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that when turning the steering wheel, there was an abnormal noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that something had become loose inside the steering column and that the steering wheel needed to be replaced. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 18,000. The current mileage was 18,400.
ODI 10521962
Steering
I hear a clunk. Pop or knock-type noise when turning the steering wheel left or right. According to toyota service bulletin t-sb-0318-08, a new intermediate shaft has been developed to address this condition, that is to remove and replace both steering and intermediate shafts (no. 1 and no. 2.). The tsb expressly states that the repair is covered only under the 3 year/ 36k milestoyota comprehensive warranty. Many…
ODI 10536896
Steering
Notice a popping sound in the steering column. Found toyota bulletin t-sb-0318-08 which superseded tsb st001-08. The bulletins gave new parts and repair for the steering column. If toyota knows there is a design problem, the fix should be covered by toyota. The parts person says he knew the part number by heart since so many were being replaced. *tr
ODI 10492026
Steering
My car began to make a clunking noise at the steering wheel every time i would turn it in any direction at any speed. I was worried about the safety of the car so i called toyota and scheduled for my car to be inspected. I was told i had 3 recalls on my car. After all the repairs where made the dealership told me that the only concern they still had was the clunking noise in the steering wheel. They told me that i…
ODI 10491918
Steering
There is a clunking in my steering when i turn the car left or right at any speed. The steering feel as their is looseness causing non accurate turning and wobblesness. *tr
ODI 10493415
Steering
Vehicle parked started turned steering wheel exit from garage loud noise at full lock left and right. Contacted dealer . Informed problem in middle section steering shaft inherent to v6 repair cost 325 dealer said inability steer not a safety issue. *tr
ODI 10519392
Steering
Noise in steering column - toyota service inspected same - suggested steering shaft needed to be replaced mileage on car 59200. *tr
ODI 10485414
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
Steering
I started experiencing a clunking noise whenever i turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right at low speeds. It has progressively gotten worse. Right now, it's really bad. I took it in to the toyota dealership at 62k miles and they said i need to replace the intermediate shaft at a cost of $6,400 out of owner's pocket. They said it had been out of warranty for a few months before i took it in hence, cost to…
ODI 10549911
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated the steering intermediate shaft failed causing a loud clunking noise when making a right or left turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there was no recall and they would have to take the vehicle apart to find the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified which offered no assistance. The failure mileage…
ODI 10485268
Steering
Dealer informed me yesterday that intermediate steering shaft needs to be replaced for the third time since manufacture.shaft was replaced a couple of years ago at a cost of $880, of which i had to pay $500 as vehicle was out of warranty. Dealer downplayed whether this is a safety issue but insisted that i should pay $715 to replace the shaft which is making knocking noises when driven. This has to be a design…
ODI 10481260
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a right or left turn, there was a loud strange noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10492903
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. The contact stated that when turning the steering wheel in either direction, there was a popping noise coming from the intermediate shaft of the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the intermediate shaft was faulty and needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the intermediate shaft. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The current…
ODI 10547923
Steering
Around the 12th of october 2012 i started to notice a sound when turning the steering wheel to the left. Within a few days i could hear it when turning left or right at slower speeds. I took my car to my mechanic for an oil change and mentioned it. He said that it seemed to be the steering intermediate shaft. I contacted a toyota dealer to enquire about cost of part and repair. I was told that the part was around…
ODI 10484869
Steering
When you turn left or right a strange noise happening and you can feel some sort of bump or catch in the steering. There is a service bulletin out on this intermediate steering shaft. A new shaft is going to run $400.00 plus at least an hour of labor. This mean that it is going to cost each owner of this rav4 model at least $500.00. Toyota has put a service bulletin out on this very problem. The bulletin # is…
ODI 10480935
Steering
At any speed, an audible "clunk" is present when steering wheel is turned right or left. Furthermore, one can feel a vibration in the steering wheel that exactly matches the "clunk" sound. During low speeds after starting the vehicle the noise and vibration is prominent any time the steering wheel is turned. At higher speeds, the sound is less pronounced, but a vibration and feeling of "looseness" in the steering is…
ODI 10479731
Steering
Defective intermediate steering shaft causing partial loss of steering. Car feel very unsafe to drive, especially on vet surface and during braking. *tr
ODI 10477396
Steering
The steering is loose and there is a pulling and/or popping feeling when turning. *tr
ODI 10523087
Steering
I brought the vehicle to an authorized toyota dealer because of annoying rattle noise coming from the front end when turning left and right, and when stepping on brake. The dealer diagnosed that the defective steering rack made noise and it should be replaced (estimated cost of $1,984 including part and labor costs), otherwise the vehicle could break down. I was also told by the dealer that this toyota was aware of…
ODI 10534991
Steering
For 2 years prior to taking the car to toyota for repair, i was hearing a clicking noise when i turned the steering wheel back and forth, normally when i began using the car early in the morning. I took the car to the toyota dealer to find the problem, expecting it to be a slight adjustment. I was told that the steering shaft was broken along with a yoke assembly that needed to be replaced. I was alarmed that i had…
ODI 10478710