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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.
9.0
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $4,600
- Average Mileage:
- 121,900 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 21 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- new transmission and new ecm (16 reports)
- not sure (5 reports)
transmission problem
Helpful websites
- Toyota Extends Warranty on Troubled 2001-3 RAV4 - Toyota is extending the warranty on automatic transmissions and electronic control modules on almost one quarter of a million 2001-2003 RAV4s and offering to reimburse owners who had already paid for repairs.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
The transmission shop would not quote me a price except to say it would be pricey. Internet research shows the replacement of the ECM around $3,000. This vehicle is a 2003 model purchased in 2002 with low miles of 101,600. The vehicle has been maintained well and is in good condition other than the ECM. She still runs well except for periodic jerking, especially when she is cold.
- Sharon K., Toledo, OH, US