2007 Toyota RAV4 Steering Problems
- 261
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
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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
2007 toyota rav4 has a binding and thumping noise in the steering column when the steering wheel is turned to the left or right.
ODI 10322423
Steering
Clunking sound when turning steering wheel at low speed in 2007 toyota rav4, which started at 39,000 miles and remains at 51,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10417889
Steering
There is a clunking/knocking noise in steering shaft. Only normal use on this vehicle on city streets. A failure in the steering shaft could cause death at highway speeds for obvious reasons. Toyota has acknowledged the problem by issuing t-sb-0318-08, but refuses to issue a safety recall or pay for repair after warranty expires. This is a manufacturing defect and they acknowledge this by the fact that they have…
ODI 10323630
Steering
Hear a popping noise when turning steering wheel left or right. Only hear it when turning at slower speeds. *tr
ODI 10501191
Steering
2007 RAV4 STEERING CLUNKING NOISE. *TR
ODI 10311477
Steering
2007 toyota rav4 has loud clunking noises and "catches" when turning the wheel left or right. Supposed to be a steering issue caused by a manufacturers defect, but toyota not will not cover any repairs that cost upwards of $1,000. Dealer says this is a common problem but will not respond to complainants about it being a safety issue. If steering fails, will toyota be responsible? *tr
ODI 10310233
Steering
Steering wheel problem with 2007 toyota rav 4. *nj the consumer stated the steering wheel would make a strange noise every time he turned the wheel. The dealer stated it was a common problem. The dealer stated a new steering shaft was needed. The seals on the intermediate shaft of the steering wheel system had dried up and was causing the joint to make a noise. *jb updated 03/08/10.*jb
ODI 10302869
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota rav4. While driving 35 mph when turning the steering wheel in any direction at any speed he heard a noise. The manufacturer suggested that both of the intermediate shafts be replaced. A local mechanic replaced both intermediate shafts. The contact was concerned about safety. The failure mileage was approximately 37,025. The current mileage was 38,100.
ODI 10314163
Steering
Intermittent failure of steering at vehicle startup. Steering wheel will not move in either direction and p/s indicator light comes on. Car must be turned off then restarted for steering to function. More frequently - steering wheel will shake slightly at startup as if it is about to lock, but continues to function normally. Toyota dealer said cause was low battery voltage and replaced battery. Problem occurred…
ODI 10314945
Steering
Hearing a clucking noise from steering column for last couple of years. It was getting worse and increased frequency so we took it to the local toyota dealer. Service dept personnel said they had replaced other steering shafts but no recall on our rav4's year. 2001 & 02's and other years have recalls. Searched on-line and there are numerous other posts with this same problem on 2006 & 07 rav4s. Why is toyota not…
ODI 10440153
Steering
I have a 2007 toyota rav4 4wd v6 limited that had a defectively designed steering shaft. In early 2009, i began to notice a loud "clunk" when my vehicle turned slowly (fwd or back from a stop) or when i entered or exited my driveway. Quick research revealed others with this condition on 2006 and 2007 rav4s, it was likely a defective steering shaft..improperly engineered at the joint, and it was wearing/loosening.…
ODI 10313055
Steering
Steering issue with 2007 toyota rav4 sport. Big noise and sudden slip feeling in steering when turning left or right at slow speeds especially while taking out of garage or getting in or while taking turns on bumpy road. *tr
ODI 10313270
Steering
Popping noise in steering at low speeds, indicating possible eventual failure of steering function. Toyota has been nonresponsive to customer complaints, though this is clearly a design failure that frequently shows just as vehicle exceeds warranty. Government pressure is required for toyota to issue a recall before this nuisance issue becomes a safety issue. *tr
ODI 10292205
Steering
Thumping/clunking sound heard/felt in steering when turning left. Diagnosed as bad intermediate steering shaft. Vehicle only 9,000 miles out of warranty and failure of this part at such low mileage is absurd. Had it replaced as potential safety threat. Selling dealer initially advised that repair would cost $839.00 but after further discussion of toyota tsb's and internet info that this part has also been defective…
ODI 10292626
Steering
When pulling out from stop signs heard clicking noise when turning right or left. Car was repaired under warranty. Now in march 2015 noise is there again. There is a little over 80000 miles on vehicle. Bad enough it went bad once.no idea what cost will be to repair should be recalled. *tr
ODI 10702443
Steering
KNOCKING NOISE IN STEERING. *TR
ODI 10353118
Steering
I have an 07 toyota rav and recently had to take it to the dealer because of a clunking sound in the steering. Was told by the service rep that the intermediate steering rod is failing. The splines are hitting the bottom assembly. Was also told that this is not a safety issue and is safe to drive. Cost was $415.70 for parts and 178.00 for labor. The issue is not the cost but concern that something (intermediate…
ODI 10294169
Steering
I 'd like to file a complaint about my 2007 toyota rav4. Toyota has already issued a technical service bulletin to repair the steering intermediate shaft noise problem, (please see t-sb-0318-08 october 20, 2008). If the vehicle were under warranty, toyota would make the necessary changes at no cost. However, the cost is not covered if the vehicle has more than 36,000 miles. Unfortunately, this problem did not show…
ODI 10339215
Steering
Clunking in front when turning; dealer says the linkage in steering shaft (connecting the two pieces that it is comprised of) is loose and creating the noise - but not a safety issue. $833 estimate to repair. Purchase at 41,587 miles - at 45,442 whenit was checked by dealer. Did not repair (do not have funds) and not covered under warranty. Do not believe this is not a serious safety concern!!! Same complaint from…
ODI 10347141
Steering
I have been very disappointed with problems arise with the steering column this problem has been noticeable concerns for many customer who have owned rav 4 and toyota has done nothing to resolve or even letting the customers be aware of this problem. It starts off as a clunk sound when you turn right or left or when you are backing up, it started for around 32,000 but dealer could not find the problem until i pushed…
ODI 10336907
12v/24v/48v Battery · Steering
The battery on my wife's 2007 toyota rav4 went out without warning, & so on the advice of the folsom lake toyota garage, i jump started her car to get her home. The next morning i did the same, so that she could drive it to the garage to get fixed. When she started to drive the car however, the steering lock would not allow her to turn the wheel & she ended up driving towards the middle of the road. She immediately…
ODI 10284553
Steering
I have a 2007 toyota rav 4. I noticed a clanking noise when i turned the wheel all the way to the right or left. So i took my car to the dealer. I was told "intermediate steering shaft needs replacement." my car was just 1000 miles over of the 36000 miles warranty. Dealer said it will cost me 600 plus tax to fix it. But they also mentioned this is not something i have to fix right away. I found out later that many…
ODI 10412133
Steering
I have 2007 toyota rav 4. The steering start making knocking / popping sound whenever i turn right or left. I found tsb from the website which is t-sb-0318-08. This tsb is to replace steering shaft. 2006,2007,2008 rav 4 is fall into this tsb. The problem is toyota will do this tsb repair only the car is below 36k mile/36 month which is under manufacture warranty. If the car is out of warranty, consumer has to pay…
ODI 10287466
Steering
Felt a looseness in the steering, a popping noise when making turns. Under warrenty, at approximately 33,000 miles, the intermediate steering shaft was replaced. At approximately 56,000 miles, the same problem recurred. Was advised by the local toyota dealer the intermediate steering shaft had failed once again. Cost of replacement estimated at $628.00. Called toyota customer experience center and received a case…
ODI 10470719
Steering
I recently had to replace the steering shaft on my 2007 toyota rav4. My car was making popping noises when steering left and right. Come to find out it was the steering shaft. My car was above the mileage and out of the manufactures warranty. Since there was a tsb they said they would temporarily fix it by lubing it. The actual replacement of the steering shaft on my car cost me over $755.08 out of pocket. I had…
ODI 10288883