CarComplaints.com Notes: If you're looking for a vehicle with one of the most complained about transmission on the road, look no further than the 2001-2003 Toyota RAV4.
In 2001 Toyota completely redesigned the popular SUV. While some enjoyed the new look, they did not enjoy the harsh shifting, jumping from gear-to-gear and eventual transmission failure that cost owners well over $3,000 to fix. The problem stems from a malfunctioning Electronic Control Module (ECM).
Consumer outrage coupled with pressure from different agencies led Toyota to extend the warranty nationwide back in 2010. The previous power train warranty only covered 5 years/60,000 miles, while the extended warranty now covers the transmission and ECM for 10 years/150,000 miles. Toyota also pledged to reimburse any owners who had previously paid for repairs, if they had "proper proof". Good luck collecting on that one.
Toyota has hid defects on 2002 Rav4 for years. First, air flow sensor, the slipping transmission and now bad rear wheel bearing. The car problems started at 55k miles and now has 72k. Toyota will not address problems and has been in bed with the NSHB.
An annoying sound just keeps reverberating and vibrating whenever i accelerate. my mechanic told me it was the axle or the hub. he had the front axle and back hub changed yet the noise persisted.
- Temi O.,
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Toyota has hid defects on 2002 Rav4 for years. First, air flow sensor, the slipping transmission and now bad rear wheel bearing. The car problems started at 55k miles and now has 72k. Toyota will not address problems and has been in bed with the NSHB.
- lach1234, Whitinsville, MA, US