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.
6.0
fairly significant
Typical Repair Cost:
No data
Average Mileage:
48,000 miles
Total Complaints:
1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
took to dealer. replaced oxygen sensor (1 reports)
This was the second time the check engine light came on. We took it to the dealer and once again they replaced the oxygen sensor. I was told that there are four sensors in the engine and this was not the same one that failed before. Since it was under the warranty, we did not complain.
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This was the second time the check engine light came on. We took it to the dealer and once again they replaced the oxygen sensor. I was told that there are four sensors in the engine and this was not the same one that failed before. Since it was under the warranty, we did not complain.
- Marvin Dean 4., Sandston, VA, US