The contact owns a 2010 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the moon roof glass fractured without impact. The local dealer was contacted and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 187,000.
2010 Toyota RAV4 visibility problems
24 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 75,000.
- owner complaints
- 24
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 75,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Sun/moon roof assembly2
- Rear window wiper/washer1
- Power window devices and controls1
At what mileage
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Toyota RAV4 visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2010 Toyota RAV4 visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: power window devices and controls
- What is wrong
- Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
- Risk
- If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑800‑331‑4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
Recall number 15V689000 · Recall details
Visibility/wiper
- What is wrong
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 27, 2008, to December 19, 2012 and 2012-2014 RAV4 EV vehicles manufactured July 24, 2012, to August 29, 2014. In the affected vehicles, water may drip onto the joint that connects the wiper linkage to the wiper motor.
- Risk
- Over time, the dripping water may cause corrosion and wear at the joint, potentially resulting in the separation of the wiper linkage. Once this occurs, the wipers would not function, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water diverter channel. In addition, a new wiper linkage with a wiper motor crank arm will be installed. The wiper linkage will have a protective cover over the wiper linkage joint to minimize water splash and a retainer ring to prevent the wiper arm from separating from the wiper motor. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service number at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 15V577000 · Recall details
What 2010 Toyota RAV4 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving at approximately 55 MPH on a two lane highway, the sunroof suddenly cracked and then shattered for no apparent reason. There was no debris (rock, bolt) etc found in the glass once we were able to pull over and look at the damage. The glass appears to have bowed upward and away from the frame and then shattered.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. While driving 30 MPH, the driver's side sun visor fell down into the driver's line of sight. The vehicle was taken to muller toyota (2019 nj-31, clinton, nj 08809, (908) 638-4100) where the contact was advised that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The dealer stated that the sun visor was not a safety hazard. The manufacturer also stated that the failure was not a safety hazard and that the visor would not be repaired by the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 75,000.
The driver's sun visor will not stay in the closed position & is constantly falling down, which obstructs my view. The attached photo shows the visor as closed at it will stay. I have contacted toyota and they refuse to acknowledge the problem, despite the fact that on several message boards numerous owners report that this is a design flaw dating back to prior rav4 generations.
Since previous recall remedy performed for the water diverter channel. In addition, a new wiper linkage with a wiper motor crank arm will be installed. The wiper linkage will have a protective cover over the wiper linkage joint to minimize water splash and a retainer ring to prevent the wiper arm from separating from the wiper motor. When raining water has been diverted into vehicle from behind glove box and leaks on floor mats and carpeting. Water is continuing to set on wiper assembly. Verified water not coming from mechanical malfunction or from windshield as this only occurs during raining periods since recall was performed.
Moonroof spontaneously exploded while sitting parked in driveway. Hole protruded outward which indicates build up of pressure and heat came from within the vehicle and not outside from foreign object. Engineers on abc also conclude the glass is defective and inferior to handle the pressure. This is a manufacturer defect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the rear driver's side window exploded with no impact. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000.
I couldn't find another place to send this info. This is not a complaint. Regarding the wiper, we had an interim recall, we went to the dealer, they fixed it, but the record you have says incomplete. I just wanted you to know that it has been fixed.it was fixed before we even had the final recall notice.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v577000 (visibility, wipers). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota rav4. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v689000 (visibility); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Questions about the 2010 Toyota RAV4 visibility
Does the 2010 Toyota RAV4 have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 24 complaints about the visibility of the 2010 Toyota RAV4, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2010 Toyota RAV4 visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 75,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Toyota RAV4 visibility?
Yes, 2 recalls: 15V689000, 15V577000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Toyota RAV4 have the most visibility problems?
The Toyota RAV4 model years with the most visibility complaints are 2012 (59 complaints), 2007 (50 complaints) and 2011 (50 complaints).
Other 2010 Toyota RAV4 problems
Suspension 101Acceleration 83Transmission 38Brakes 34Engine 31Airbags 28Fuel system 20Seat belts 18Steering 18Electrical 15Wheels 14Body 13Driver assistance 6Seats 4Tires 4Lights 2Locks 1
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