2008 Toyota RAV4: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Jul 20, 2022 · Engine · 110,000 miles · OK

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that her husband checked the oil level and noticed that the oil level was low. The contact stated that two weeks prior to the failure, an oil change service was performed. The contact stated that her husband added oil; however, two weeks later he checked the oil level again and the oil level was low. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed one quart of oil every two weeks or approximately every 200 miles. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the service manager stated that it was a known issue with the vehicle. The contact was notified of a TSB however, the vehicle was over the mileage. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Feb 15, 2017 · Steering · NY

I have 106.700 miles on my car and I start hear clicking and knocking noises inside on my rack and pinion when my car is not in motion and I turn my wheel I hear this noise also when ii hit potholes I feel something loose in my steering wheel as far as im searchig many people of toyota rav4 owners having same problem, toyota should make this as a recall

Filed Mar 19, 2015 · Engine · 138,000 miles · WA

I first heard knocking noise upon cold start-up. This has now become a chronic noise. When getting truck serviced for another matter the mechanic informed me that the vvt-I bolts were defective and needed to be replaced for a charge of $3500-$5600. He also noted this was expensive because it is a lexus engine. Upon researching this more I discovered this is the same engine 2gr-fe v6 installed in the lexus rx350s with same problem. However, this has been a major recall by toyota for lexus vehicles but not toyotas. I contacted toyota but they refuse to address this issue even though this is exact same defect which is a recall for lexus models. See article //parts.olatheoyota.com/gr-series-engine.html. The recall is listed on the federal safety agency. Once bolts loosen the vvt-I gear housing and sprocket to separate and result in the engine stopping while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash. See article: toyota recalls various lexus vehicles with engine bolt problems the bolts could become loose due to abnormal impacts 09/10/2013 | consumeraffairs by [xxx] I cannot understand how these defective bolts under a toyota body style, but on the same engine are excluded from this major recall. The serious consequences remain the same regardless of body style should bolts loosen during high speeds. I have escalated this complaint to the highest level at toyota with no results so I am compelled to file an official complaint with your department. We have a toddler on board each day driving this vehicle without funds to repair this problem and are now unable to sell the car. Your attention to this matter is appreciated. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 6, 2014 · Engine · 90,000 miles · NC

My car would not start, and the check engine light and oil light remained on even while key was not in ignition. Also, there was a humming and slight ticking noise coming from the engine while the car was turned off. It seemed like something had shorted out and something electrical was causing something to stay on constantly and it was draining the battery. After researching on the internet someone else had this same problem, and they found that there was a leak coming from the windshield on the passenger side of the vehicle. So I pulled up my carpet and sure enough the entire floor board was covered with water and the pad was completely soaking wet. It appears that water has damaged something in the electrical system. I am not the only one with this problem, and I do not feel that I should have to repair this myself. The vehicle should be void of leaks and able to function in rain and snow conditions. Toyota really needs to address this issue and take responsibility for this defect. Any assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated. This is the link to the other toyota owners experience: http://www.rav4world.com/forums/96-4-3-general/93222-random-dash-lights-gauges-even-key-removed-2.html.

Filed Feb 12, 2014 · Suspension · 56,000 miles · OH

Before the start of a 2000 mile road trip, I had an oil change and complained to the toyota dealer about a knocking coming from the right rear suspension. I was informed the vehicle was safe. While driving along a highway, I lost total control of the vehicle, swerving in all lanes of traffic, and ended up driving off the road - luckily there were no cars around or I would have caused a major accident. I had the vehicle towed to the nearest toyota dealer, who informed me a right rear suspension pin had broken, and this was part of a toyota safety recall. To date (2/12/14) toyota has not taken steps to correct this serious issue.

Filed Dec 21, 2013 · Engine · 75,000 miles · PA

On 12/18/2013 started car in the morning and and engine started knocking(4 cylinder). Checked oil and added 2 quarts. Then on friday 12/20 drove 4 mile engine and valves started knocking and rattling. From other complaints it seems that the engine in blown. I bought the car new and have served it religiously. How can an engine with 75000 miles on it lose that much oil? I have had cars with over 125000 miles on them and they didn't lose that much! Apparently there has been multiple complaints about this engine and so far toyota has done nothing about.

Filed Nov 22, 2013 · Steering · 23,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota rav4. The contact stated that she heard a knocking noise while turning at various speeds and steering the vehicle became difficult. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 23,000.

Filed Dec 2, 2012 · Steering · 36,500 miles · CA

Every time I make a turn (right or left), I hear this knocking sound on my steering wheel. It feels like something is about to break. I just noticed this right after I replaced the battery.