Toyota 2001 rav4 hesitating transmission. Mechanic said the transmission could possibly be done and metal is grinding. Started all of the sudden. Does not shift out of gear from first to second, etc. Description of exact problem is here: http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/26/toyotas-reaction-to-transmission-woes-draws-customers-ire/#more-23445.
2001 Toyota RAV4: grinding or squealing brakes
10 of the 309 complaints about the 2001 Toyota RAV4 describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 8 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
A constant rattle/squeak in front dash. The rear tire mount rattles/squeaks to the point that I have to remove the tire mount.
Squealing, howling brakes. Since I bought the vehicle "new" in nov, 2000, and it is the 2001 rav4 l model, I have gone back 3-4 times, and nothing they do helps the problem. They tell me the car is safe and that squealing is normal. This is not a normal squeal, or screech, its more like "howling".
When braking at slow speeds there is a grinding and a howling noise, also extended braking distance. Dealer found no problem.*ak
Brakes were squealing. Took vehicle to dealer and had brakes replaced, but problem still exists.there was a tsb on vehicle.
Brakes squeal too much. I brought it back three time and the problems is still there.
Rear brake drums made a noise. When applying brakes,they grab and pull, making vehicle jerk. Also, front brakes would grind, and stopping distance increase when brakes are applied. Contacted dealer ,and dealer stated there was a technical service bulletin on vehicle, but consumer can't get adequate information.
Brake shoe or drum grind when coming to full stop everytime. Brake might not be working properly. Dealer kept saying no problem, grind sound is normal.
Front brakes squeal when coming to a stop on a constant basis, windshield rattles at low temps less than 60 degress, rear suspension creaks when accelerating after stop
Brakes squeal when stopping. Replaced rotors, pads. Still not corrected.
Service bulletins that may apply
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- TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a...
- A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to...
- Subject regarding rear brake squeal noise
- Information pertaining to brake pads, on reducing noise
- Electronic message regarding front brake groan noise
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2001 Toyota RAV4 grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 2001 Toyota RAV4?
10 of 309 owner complaints about the 2001 Toyota RAV4 (3%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 2019.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Toyota RAV4?
There are 0 recalls and 8 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Toyota RAV4
Jerking 58Check engine light 50Transmission failure 47Harsh shifting 35Slipping 33Stalling 27Hesitation 24Won't shift 19Loss of power 10Sudden acceleration 9Engine failure 7No deployment 6
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