1998 TOYOTA RAV4 PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Airbags not deploying:

  • driver visor failed
    
  • air bag light failed
    
  • front airbags failure
    
  • airbags didn't deploy for head-on collision
    

• 2. Brake issues:

  • brake light switch failed
    
  • brake switch release handle failed
    
  • brakes failed to work
    
  • brakes lock up on wet pavement
    
  • brake pedal goes to floor
    
  • brakes squeak and lock up on wet pavement
    

• 3. Accelerator and transmission issues:

  • acceleration pedal sticks
    
  • vehicle jerks forward when accelerator pedal pressed
    
  • transmission pops out of gear
    
  • transmission malfunctioning
    
  • transmission slips and makes noises
    

• 4. Miscellaneous safety concerns:

  • hood flew up while driving
    
  • faulty cruise control
    
  • vehicle stability issue
    
  • vehicle loss of power
    
  • seatbelt anchor fails
    
  • gas pedal broke off
    
  • firewall crack causing gas pedal to shift
    

• 5. Mechanical failures:

  • engine sludge and failure
    
  • excessive oil use
    
  • battery failure
    
  • tires exploding and failing
    
  • vehicle rolls down inclines automatically
    
  • nonstop acceleration incidents
    
  • air conditioning control failure
    

• 6. Security and electrical system issues:

  • anti-theft alarm failed
    
  • tape player/stereo not working
    
  • failures in the emission system
    

• 7. Seatbelt and child safety concerns:

  • seat belt anchor failure
    
  • child safety seat anchor installation issue
    

• 8. Recalls and warranty concerns:

  • rear outboard seatbelt recall
    
  • Toyota RAV4 recalled for takata airbags
    
  • Toyota cannot install anchor for child safety seat
    

• 9. Fuel system concerns:

  • strong fuel odor after refueling
    
  • fuel tank corrosion and failures
    

• 10. Corrosion and frame issues:

  • serious frame corrosion rust issues
    

• 11. Lack of airbags deployment:

  • airbag failure caused injuries
    

• 12. Unintended acceleration:

  • sudden unintended acceleration incidents
    
  • vehicle accelerated while parking
    
  • unintended acceleration caused accidents