2010 Toyota RAV4 Suspension Problems
- 87
- 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 87 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- rear suspension · 18 records
- rear lower · 15 records
- suspension arms · 15 records
- lower suspension · 13 records
- recall notice · 10 records
- safety recall · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 16 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v596000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
ODI 10969093
Air Bags · Suspension
Takata recall, my rear swerved as i moved right to avoid a head on collision, my chest hit the steering wheel so hard that i broke 6 ribs including my sternum because the airbags didn't deploy until after the impact , i also saw another recall that was announced 2 or 3 days after my accident which resulted in a total loss which was the rear suspension needed to be replaced because it could cause an accident i…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11052118
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise emitting from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 129,000.
ODI 10893052
Suspension
2006-2011 toyota rav4 rear lower suspension arm recall g0v i went in to have this recall performed for a 3rd time and walked out paying a bill of $1,585.92. This was a result of the recall put into place by toyota. What the recall does not address is the issue performing a rear-end alignment on the vehicles affected by this recall. A rear-end alignment will now consist of replacing the previously adjustable rear…
ODI 11040913
Suspension
After a recall repair on the rear adjustment arms the adjustment of wheel alignment is prevented by epoxy resin applied to prevent rust. If the wheels are not properly aligned at time of repair or even if the alignment somehow changes there is no way to readjust the alignment.i experienced this and ruined my two rear tires not realizing the alignment couldn't be adjusted. Now i am confronted with a $1000 reapir…
ODI 10846057
Suspension · Visibility/Wiper
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v596000 (suspension) and 15v577000 (visibility/wiper). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. *tr
ODI 10918832
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. While driving 40 mph, the rear of the vehicle swerved into an adjacent lane without warning. Two years ago, the vehicle was repaired according to a recall for the same failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The nhtsa campaign number of the previous repair was unknown. The failure mileage was unavailable.
ODI 10764083
Suspension
After noticed and r&r on my tacoma, i did a undercarriage inspection to my wifes 2010 rav4,noticed front strut boots cracked and torn, bouncy,wet with oil at struts, checked rear shocks, wet with oil at seals bouncy, doesn't handle very firm as did when bought 2-3 years ago. Florida, ,no road salts, no beach driving or off road driving,this isn't right,i will have to r&r front struts and rear shocks on rav4 next…
ODI 10747274
Power Train · Suspension · Wheels
While driving vehicle began to shake or "wobble" . Upon inspection was found to be tire which was uneven in wear. Replaced tire and after a short time was found not to be the problem. Upon inspection was found seals on rear differential leaking . Closer inspection found rear suspension, tie rod loose. This we believe is due to rear suspension parts being faulty. Parts are original. At this time we are being told…
ODI 10732004
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle drove over an uneven pavement and suddenly began to sway from side to side. After reducing the speed, the driver was able to operate the vehicle normally. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 13v383000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who…
ODI 10722629
Suspension
Replacement of both rear suspension arms had been performed on 05/30/2014 free off charge as per recall requirement. When the dealer checked the wheel alignment on 04/30/2015, they said that they need to replace the suspension arms at my expense at this time. Are they responsible to replace them free off charge at this time? *tr
ODI 10715434
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact stated that while at a dealer for service on extreme wear for the tires, the technician stated that the vehicle needed to be aligned. However, the alignment could not be performed because the repair for nhtsa campaign number: 13v383000 (suspension) was previously performed. The technician then stated that for an alignment to be performed, the entire rear…
ODI 10854762
Suspension
The toyota safety recall #csj was performed yesterday on my car. The recall replaced the rear lower control arms and then were locked in place with epoxy. I purchased a 2010 rav4 that was repairable. When i needed an alignment it would cost about 70. Now when the car needs an alignment, the lower control arms may have to be replaced at major expense because there is no adjustment. Toyota redesigned the lower control…
ODI 10700611
Electronic Stability Control · Suspension
My rear car suspension was incased because it was recalled. Over 55 mph was car would sway from side to side. I called toyota and was told my car was perfect. I took the car to two dealers who said at low speed the car performed well. The was a law suit in california that proved the car is defective after the recall. I missed the date because i did not research the web. I sold the car for less because i did not want…
ODI 10924159
Suspension
Vehicle hit curb and required front suspension component replacement, and a 4 wheel alignment. Vehicle previously had recall #nhtsa13v383000 which it had both rear lower (adjustable) control arms replaced and the adjuster area sealed with an epoxy rendering them non adjustable after recall completion. Toyota's service bulletin (t-sb-0042-14 dated june 30-2014) title "rear suspension toe adjustment out of…
ODI 10680071
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 13v383000 (suspension) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10676817
Suspension
When driving at about 45-50 mph lost control as vehicle starting shaking up and had a near miss crash on i 5 n driving to la. Decided to pull over and exit out and took an internal road driving at 30 mph and returned home. Upon investigation found that last safety call repair for rear suspension repair was performed adding some epoxy to tighten up and did not fix the issue. Looks like free of charge repair done by…
ODI 10654115
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact received a notification for nhtsa campaign number: 13v383000 (suspension) that supersedes recall nhtsa campaign number: 12v373000 (suspension). However, the parts needed were unavailable. The dealer was uncertain when the parts would become available to service the vehicle under the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The contact had not…
ODI 10640608
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav 4. The contact received a notification for nhtsa campaign id number: 13v383000 (suspension), however, the parts needed were unavailable to perform the repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10639069
Suspension
Letter from congressman forbes on behalf of constituent regarding a recall by toyota on the toyota rav 4 (mail reply to chesterfield, va office - attn: joan fallon). *smd toyota received reports from dealers indicating that some consumers experienced symptoms of the recall issue after being inspected or repaired. Upon investigation, it was discovered that some inspections were not adequate and portions of the repair…
ODI 10632862
Suspension
I received an urgent safety recall notice from toyota in december 2013, (safety recall #coj), affecting the rear lower suspension arms (no. 1) on january 2, 2014 i had an appointment to replace tires, and made an appointment for the next available date to do the recall on june 6, 2014. On arrival for the appointment on june 6, greentree toyota in danbury, ct told me they did not have parts for the recall and would…
ODI 10619226
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact received recall notices for nhtsa campaign numbers: 12v373000 (suspension) and 13v383000 (suspension); however, the parts needed for the repair were unavailable. The dealer placed the contact on a waiting list behind hundreds of other consumers. The dealer did not know when the parts would arrive. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a…
ODI 10619103
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav-4. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 13v383000 (suspension) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated the part needed was not available for repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced the failure.
ODI 10678974
Suspension
Received a recall notice in april 2014 stating problem with rear lower suspension arm. Trying to get it fixed but local dealers having trouble getting part and epoxy sealant. Recall notice indicates possibility of loss of vehicle control and a crash if the arm separates. Is it safe to continue to drive the car? *tr
ODI 10607983
Suspension
2010 toyota rav 4. Consumer writes in regards to the rear lower suspension arms recall notice. *smd the consumer was informed, the parts were on national back order. *jb
ODI 10614451