2009 Toyota RAV4 transmission problems

Filed Jul 14, 2023 · Suspension, Transmission · PA

My rear passenger suspension has multiple part damage. Rear shock bracket failure and other parts.

Filed May 13, 2020 · Transmission · 91,000 miles · IL

When the vehicle travels above 25 MPH, a loud whining noise can be heard from the rear-center of the vehicle. The noise progressively increases in volume as the vehicle increases its speed. Once the vehicle travels fast enough, or enough power is fed through, power of the vehicle can be affected.

Filed May 15, 2019 · Transmission · 112,000 miles · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota rav4. While driving various speeds, the contact heard abnormal noises coming from the rear of the vehicle. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the rear differential needed to be repaired. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 112,000.

Filed Dec 11, 2018 · Transmission · 105,000 miles · WI

Have a 2009 toyota rav4. Had growling noise in rear in 2017. Had rear differential coupler sub assembly replaced under warranty enhancement. Now 20000 miles later in november 2018 have growling noise again and local toyota dealer says coupler would need to be replaced again. Warranty enhancement expired october 2018. Toyota won't stand by new part and dealer says would cost about $1900 including labor.

Filed Jun 4, 2018 · Transmission · 140,000 miles · VA

Growling noise from rear differential while driving. 4 months past enhanced warranty period. Recall is needed. Unsafe to drive and very expensive repair.

Filed Apr 10, 2018 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota rav4. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated before and during the failure. The vehicle was towed to autonation toyota winter park (225 n semoran blvd, winter park, fl 32792) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where the transmission was repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in a recall or warranty. The failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Dec 14, 2017 · Transmission · 75,000 miles · CA

My vehicle is listed as 4 wheel drive when driving in snowy conditions the car will kick out of 4 wheel drive if I reach 25 miles an hour. Was driving in heavy snow and the car was constantly kicking out as my tires were slipping which were new tires. I was then driving in light snow and had turned on the 4 wheel drive as soon as got close to 25 MPH it kicked out again.

Filed Jul 27, 2017 · Transmission · 172,000 miles · FL

At 30-40 MPH there is a noise which when test driven by me with a toyota dealer described it as a shuttering noise. I am scheduled to bring my rv4 for analysis tomorrow 7/28/17.

Filed Aug 13, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 135,547 miles · NH

When car is at 1500 RPM at 40 MPH, the transmission vibrates and thrusts. Noise goes away if above 2000 RPM or above 40 MPH. It's toyota of manchester nh has been able to reproduce. Waiting to see if toyota will do anything.

Filed Jun 1, 2015 · Transmission · 78,385 miles · NJ

On may 20, 2015 my 2009 rav 4 developed a whining noise in rear area that got louder the faster I went. Vehicle has 78,385 miles on it and is just out of warranty. Took to dealer and was told that it was the viscous coupler assembly that needed to be replaced at a cost of $1,806.75. I mentioned the service bulletin put out in 2013 and the multiple posts on the rav 4 forum online but they still refuse to cover the repair.