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Harsh shifting, jumping from gear-to-gear, sluggish acceleration and ultimately transmission failure are … Continue reading article 'RAV4 ECM Transmission Failure'Īn increasing number of Toyota vehicles are experiencing excessive oil consumption which may be the result of defective piston rings. There are a ton of vehicles out there eligible for the title of 'worst transmission on the road' and the 2001-2003 RAV4 is in the mix. … Continue reading article 'Rodents Chew Soy-Coated Wires' It's biodegradable, commendable, and a complete disaster for owners. Somewhere in the mid-2000's there was an industry-wide push by automakers to replace plastic and glass-based wiring insulation with a more eco-friendly soy-based coating. So what's causing the musty smell and just how dangerous is it?… Continue reading article 'Musty and Moldy A/C' Toyota air conditioners smell like mold in numerous vehicles. … Continue reading article '4th Generation RAV4 Battery Fires' The 2013-2018 RAV4 is being investigated for a potential battery defect that can cause the SUV to lose all of its electrical power and, in some cases, start an engine compartment fire. A list of some of the most common issues RAV4 owners have to deal with.

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