The vehicle loses 1-2 quarts of oil over 30-60 day period or 1500-2000 miles. No signs of leaks, dripping or other sources of loss are visible. In checking toyota rav4 owner forums, it seems this condition is prevalent among many and spans several model years. The condition has been occurring for several years now, but we thought it was just us and seemed to be a slower loss. Now the loss is much faster. I am concerned that if people wait to check oil until next oil change, they may damage their engines.
2006 Toyota RAV4 engine complaints
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Oil pressure warning lit up at approximately 73,050 miles. Diagnosis is that the oil consumption is faster than normal. Servicer topped off oil and returned to servicer after driving $1200 miles. I was told everything is fine. Then it happened again at approximately 81,950 miles. Servicer again tops off with oil and returned after driving another $1200 miles. This time the servicer stated that they need to tear the car apart the before pinpointing the exact problem. Approximate cost to do this is maybe $3,000. Extended warranty expired at $75,000 miles.
My truck has had 4 incidents of dangerously low oil levels. Toyota has service bulletins out regarding oil consumption and my model of the 2006 toyota rav4 regarding faulty pistons and rings. I have brought my truck to toyota 4 times for this issue and toyota refuses to fix the problem under my warranty stating that I am out of warranty even though my first complaint was 10/13/13 and my warranty expired jan 2013 t-sb-0094-11 is the toyota service bulletin.
The engine oil light would blink intermittently especially when applying brakes. Upon inspection of oil dipstick, there is no sign of any oil on the dipstick. Brought to a mechanic and had the oil changed (with synthetic mobil 1 as recommended by toyota). Mechanic noticed very little oil drained. After refilling with new oil, test drove the car and confirmed the dipstick showing oil at maximum level. Around 2000 miles later, inspection of oil dipstick revealed almost no oil again. There were no leaks which mechanic confirmed as the underside was clean as a whistle. Mechanic believes piston problems which will be very expensive to replace.
Driving car and the oil light failed to indicate oil was very low. Heard a knocking noise so I checked the oil and discovered the oil was low although oil had just been added a few days earlier. I was not sure if the vechicle was fit to drive, so for safety reasons I had the car towed to my mechanic. The mechanic checked out the car and said the engine was damaged due to the lack of oil and constant burning of oil due to a defect in the toyota rav 4 engine/oil system which causes the oil to combuse and burn off preventing the oil indicator light to alert the driver to add oil. This defect causes engines to seize. At this time I called toyota of north america (1800 331-4331) directly to report this issue. I was told that as of today no recall or reimbursement is being issued but if everyone with this problem call toyota of north america directly to report their problem then an investigation will be issued. So please call today so we may all be reimbursed from toyota for this issue that they are well aware of and are choosing to do nothing for the consumers. They will then give you a case # that they tell you to keep just in case a recall is activated.
Car at about 37,000 miles. Only drive to store and drop kids off to school. Car parked for 10 minutes while at store shopping. Came back, started the engine. The engine light, vsc and 4wd lights all lighted up. When to local toyota dealer, dealer said can't service it at this time need to make appointment. Dealer stated based on the lights, this might be the ignition coil.. It's known to have problem. Estimated cost to fix about $1500. But we need to computerized the codes..
The check engine oil light began flickering under hard braking. Light never was on under normal idle or travel. Upon checking oil on dipstick - no oil registered on dipstick. I immediately proceeded to the change oil and the oil pan only contained approximately 1.2 quarts or 75% less than the 4.5 quarts specified. Upon web research it appears rav4 has problems with excessive oil consumption. Registered a complaint with toyota USA as I know have concerns damage was done to engine as warning light should have come on sooner.
2006 toyota rav4, consumer stated within 3 1/2 months after oil, total oil leakage occurred. The pistons, rings and gasket had to be replaced. On feb 2, 2012 the consumer had an oil changed. On june 1, 2012 the oil warning light illuminated and the dipstick was completely dry. The consumer believed the oil leak was over a period of time and not just suddenly within 3 1/2 months. The technicians who performed the oil changed every 3-4 months should have noticed the shortage of oil, especially on feb 2, 2012. Also, the steering wheel shaft assembly was replaced.
The engine coil malfunctioned, setting of 3 warning lights on the dash (check engine, vsc, and 4x4). The engine now misfires. This is the fourth time in three years.
The check engine light turned on suddenly while the car was in motion on a highway. Even after pressing the gas pedal to the maximum possible extent, it couldn't pick up a speed above 20-25 MPH. This could have turned into a serious accident as I could have been rear-ended by other cars. I drove the car to the nearest dealership of the manufacturer for servicing but they couldn't provide any service facility as they had a busy schedule and gave me an appointment for monday (8/13/2012). Then I called aaa roadside assistance and they towed it to their nearest certified service center, who detected that there was problem with the throttle body which is an electronic part for this type of car. Request your help to get my car thoroughly inspected and get it repaired / replaced / money refund by the manufacturer.
My car has been making more noise than usual. The engine sounded like it was always revving up, even in a parked position. I took it in to be looked at and they opened up the engine and said that there was metal on metal and metal in the pan (I really don't understand these terms). Overall, it needs a new engine!!!!! How can a 6 year old car with 94,000 miles need a new engine! It is worth nothing it I don't put a new engine in it! Seems like I'm not the only one with this problem, but not sure how to get help.
Muffler & tailpipe and housing on my rav4 are rusting extensively. Had dealer check it out. Recommends I replace my exhaust system. There were holes in my exhaust systems due to rust. Called and complained to toyota headquarters. Unfortunately, they only offer a 3 yr/36,000 mile warranty. Case ref #1203230216. My car is only 5 yrs old!!! My exhaust system can fall off my rav4 on the highway and cause an accident. Who is to blame in such a senario? Toyota motor company for making inferior exhaust systems? There is rust on garage floor where I park my rav4!!!
We were on the road (on a family vacation). The day that we were coming back the check engine light, the vsc light and the slip warning light came on as we were pulling out of the hotel parking lot. On the way to the dealer, I also felt like the car was misfiring. The dealer found "multiple codes p0304, p0305, p0306, p0356, p1578, c1201. #6 coil malfunctioning. Recommend replace #6 coil pack and recheck. Possible that other coil may fail from the result of #6 coil failing." #6 coil pack was replaced and the rav4 has been running fine since. The dealer also said that "typically after one coil goes the others follow shortly after", so I will keep an eye open for that. It is strange since ignition coils have a long life expectancy. I checked on-line and there seems to be a high failure rate with coil pack part # 90919-02251, which is the original part that came with the car. I made sure the part was replaced with the latest revision (90919-a2007) of the new part numbers (90919-a2002, 90919-a2004 or 90919-a2007) that toyota changed to. It is also interesting that most of the failures happen with #6, #4 and #5 coils (in that order). The failures seem to concentrate around the right front corner, which is close to the radiator (hot fluid) exit. Maybe that is why the later revision part # coil packs have a double metallic screen outside the plastic housing, to protect the assembly.
I own 2006 toyota rav4 with 48,000 miles. My car was driving fine until christmas eve this year. Last year in april I received recall letter saying I should replace the oil rubber hose. 18 months later I notice a lot of oil under my car, there was none left in the engine. I had to call towing company to take the car to the dealer. They said that the hose is broken, the one that supposed to be upgraded lasted only 18,000 miles. They charge us $700 because our warranty finished in july 2011 and the warranty for the recall is only for 1 year. I tried to negotiate with them but nobody even listened. We left the dealer with nothing, my husband was driving the car, he pulled to the parking lot and heard this big noise coming from the engine. It was 15 minutes after we left the dealer service department. My husband called the right away and they said that they tested this car and everything was fine but if we want we can bring the car back. We had to call for towing company again. The car came back to the same dealer and they admitted there is a noise but for them to even look at the engine they have to charge us $1200. I have already called the toyota customer service and they sending me back to the dealer to talk to their customer relation manager. The manager said he did some investigation and my problem with the engine is not connected with the repair they did. I talk to many different mechanics outside of toyota and the said it is impossible for engine to just die. Besides every mechanic says the hose should last much longer than 18 months and they believe that it was not installed the right way. Toyota main office says the support the dealer decision and there is nothing they can do. I don't know what to do. They don't feel any responsibility for this situation. You have more experience with that, maybe you can give me some advice. Thank you.
I own a 2006 rav4 v6. At roughly 60,000 miles the engine, vsc and 4wd light would start going on and then off after shutting down. The dealer said it was probably the gas cap after filling up not being tight. At 64,000 miles the lights went on and stayed on. Because my local toyota dealer is worthless, I went to a trusted mechanic. The codes showed a bad coil in the #2 cylinder so I replaced it. They suggested that these coils have been known to be bad and that I should replace all of them. I didn't want to drop $1300 at the time and now at 70,000 the lights are on again and the codes are showing all 6 coils are bad again. How is it that a car that is supposed to be able to go 100,000 miles before you even need to change the plugs has all the coils go bad at the same time. There are web sites for rav4 owners all over the internet complaining of the same thing and toyota has done nothing.
Driving back from gas station all three lights came on in dash -- vsc, check engine & 4wd. Researched and found that gas cap not sealing cold cause problem, removed / retightened gas cap numerous times. Lights won't go off. I had car tested with obd reader attached and codes (po300, po303, po305 & po356 says it's ignition coil f--primary/secondary circuit malfunction. Car only has 43000 miles and checking on the internet, seems to be a lot of toyota ignition failures between 40000 & 55000 miles.
2006 toyota rav 4. Consumer states ignition coil and plug failure *tgw the consumer stated while driving, various dashboard lights illuminated and the transmission shimmied and the engine misfired and the vehicle became disabled. An inspection by the dealer revealed a misfire code and that a number two coil and plug had to be replaced. A month and a half later, the consumer experienced the same problem again. It was determined that another ignition coil had failed and the SUV was operating in four cylinder mode. The consumer was informed his model vehicle had a design/engineering problem which was identified and does not occur on subsequent year rav 4 models.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota rav4. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled on several occasions, while driving at various speeds. The check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel during all of the failures. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that an ignition coil failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not offer any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 52,056. Updated 08/31/11 *bf updated 09/14/11
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota rav4. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed the vapor canister needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the vapor canister was responsible for removing harmful fumes from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact expressed concern over the harmful fumes presenting a fire hazard. The failure mileage was 67,000.
Took vehicle to dealer for oil change, vehicle is now out of warranty at 78,000 miles and they found a engine coolant leak at the rear of engine and they claim engine may have to be replaced. Have had no indications of any problems with vehicle, no overheating, nothing. Estimated cost of engine that may need to be replaced is $8,000 that dealer claims toyota will pay half. I have service records showing that I complained of a smell of coolant at 4,000 miles and the dealer claimed it was undercoating burning off. Says that the complaint at 4,000 miles is no way related to my current problem and will not honor my original complaint as anything related to new issue. I have seen the area of my vehicle where the coolant is leaking and it is at the very same spot that other toyota vehicles are having issue with the bolts corroding due to manufacturing defect and leaking coolant. Took to another mechanic for second opinion and he says vehicle is in mint condition and should not have this type of problem at all. Why is toyota willing to pay 50% if there is not a legitimate problem?
Check engine light, vsc and slip indicator light came on at 71000 miles. Cruise control stopped working, car began to sputter every few minutes, feeling like it was going to stall. Dealer said it was ok to drive unless lights were blinking, which they were not. Took it to advanced autocare who told me 4 pistons were registering as misfiring. Took it to the dealer who checked it out, stating that the only thing wrong was a coil which needed to be replaced. Barely avoided an accident while car stopped accelerating! Toyota is saying it's not under warranty and is normal for this to happen. This is the latest of issues with this car! Door seals not working properly and had to replace the back door seal after standing water was found in the back after it rained.
Last night while driving with my young daughter on a lonely highway with no cell service, my 2006 toyota rav 4 v6 limited started making a noise. I immediately checked my dash and no lights were on, pressures okay. The noise stopped and I kept driving. About twelve miles from home the noise started again and my daughter noticed. I looked down and my oil pressure light flashed on and right back off. We barely made it to our house. When I got out and looked under the car, oil was everywhere. It had ran all the way to the back of the car. When I pulled the dip stick there was no oil on the stick. My husband checked it today and found a hole in a rubber hose. I went on-line and have read hundreds of similar stories. Supposedly, toyota was to send out a letter in october 2009 to all 2006 rav owners. Well, I never received a letter and I've been the one and only owner at the same address. So, it's not like I couldn't be found. Now my husband is trying to find the replacement part for the vvti- oil hose, that is now called a 'pipe'. I want to know why this wasn't considered a recall issue instead of a limited service campaign? That oil had spewed all over and under the hot engine onto the manifold. There was nothing keeping it from catching fire which could have taken both our lives. If I had received the letter (a year and a half ago) the hose could have been replaced. Now, I'm looking at repair costs that could include a new engine. At this point, we don't know how much damage was done. My car is paid for and I don't have the funds to buy a new car or have the engine replaced. I want to know with all of the other toyota issues in the last several years, why this wasn't addressed? My husband just called a local dealer to get the replacement part. He said the warehouse has over 250 in stock! Which tells them that this is no isolated issue. He said that the part number has changed about four times, which means toyota knows there is a safety issue.
2006 toyota rav4. S10 appropriate handling- letter from regarding toyota problems *tgw the consumer stated her make, model and year vehicle has a widely known defect in the steering column and the ECM computer is also defective and needs to be replaced. There is also an associated rattling sound. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer on two occasions regarding the problems. The consumer was given an estimate of close to two thousand dollars for the repairs. In addition, the mechanic stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive because the steering could fail at any time. Also, the tires were leaking air.
My 2006 rav4 4wd (40,000 miles) began leaking oil at a very fast rate, leaving a large puddle of oil on the garage floor, which wasn't immediately noticed by me. The oil pressure indicator light never illuminated, therefore I had no way of knowing that there was almost no oil in the car. I would not have known there was a problem if my boyfriend had not called me from the house to warn me that most of the oil that should be in my car was on the garage floor. Toyota replaced the defective oil line and says that the oil pressure indicator system is working correctly, but I am concerned that the next time there is a problem with my oil delivery system, I won't have any warnings to prevent me from burning up the engine.
2006 toyota rav 4 has developed a very distinct clunking sound and feel when turning the steering wheel. I never drive the car, and noticed it immediately when I had to drive it a week ago. I questioned my husband, who said it had felt like that "forever"!! When I searched online I was shocked to see that it actually is quite a problem! Car now has 90-k miles. Last summer (at a hair over 60-k) the water pump went - out of warranty. Very poor design, as the engine must be pulled to replace the pump to the tune of $1,600!!!! My husband is not looking forward to questioning the dealer about the steering.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota rav4. While driving at approximately 25 MPH, the contact noticed that the vehicle would not accelerate or shift into higher gears without difficulty. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the failure was caused by a timing chain. The vehicle was repaired. The contact had not called the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000. The current mileage was approximately 50,000.
Toyota: limited service campaign for vvt-I oil line this is how toyota handles this issue I own a 2006 rav4 sport with the 2gr-fe v6 engine. The car was serviced on 3/17/2010 for the limited service campaign related with the vvt-I actuator oil supply hose - or it should have been. The issue is that the metal-rubber-metal oil line part #15707-31030 has been replaced with the metal-rubber-metal part #15757-31030 (a palliative fix), instead of part #15772-31030 'oil pipe metal' that is made entirely from metal and fits the 2gr-fe v6 engines manufactured after april 2008. Also on the invoice that was released, the limited service campaign for the vvt-I actuator oil supply hose shows up as '90k oil cooler hose (rav4)' that is not the same thing with actuator supply hose. I have discussed with the service manager and he agreed that the metal oil supply line has a better design, but he refused to perform the replacement with the metal component because accordingly with the VIN, this is what should be used. As an engineer with more than 20 years experience I believe that this recall has not been addressed in a technically sound manner and I would like to have the car serviced with the correct all metal oil pipe part #15772-31030. I believe that this fix do not solve the problem, but delays the failure of the oil line that can cause the seizure of the engine in matter of minutes. This definitely is a serious safety risk.
When first driving my new 2006 toyota rav4, I noticed at slow speeds it would sometimes accelerate when I hit the brake. I attributed this to big feet and a new car where I did not yet master the relative positions of the pedals. I started driving with two feet, just as I was taught as a teenager in drivers ed. Occasionally, this has happened again in the ensuing 3 years. Until this unintended acceleration problem came to light in 2010, I thought it was just "operator error." now, I am beginning to think there is some defect - maybe it's hardware linkages, but I suspect there is a software problem in the electronic computer of the car. I also had the steering mid-shaft problem after warranty and screamed until they fixed it under warranty for $50. There was also a "runaway" fuel pump service bulletin I made them cover as well. I have worked with toyota quality engineers since the 1980s and am disgusted by their responses reported in this odi site. Toyota's claim to fame was there quality and customer focus. Looks like the current generation of toyota people have lost this, and that points directly to top management there. Shame, shame, shame. As they say in japanese, they are "on shirazu" (do not understand their obligation to their customers).
Massive engine oil leak. This is the hose referred to in lsc 90k - variable valve timing with intelligence (vvt-I) oil hose replacement limited service campaign. While driving in the local walmart parking lot virtually all of our engine oil drained while we were driving at less than 10 MPH. We had no warning lights on the dash. Our only warning of a problem was a hot oil smell. We stopped and I checked the dip stick which was completely dry with oil sprayed all over the engine which explains the hot oil smell.
The accelerator is very twitchy. On one occasion, about a month ago, the accelerator stuck in our parking area. I immediately put the vehicle into neutral and averted an accident.
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