Issue ID | 1514021 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11151708 |
Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
Brand | TOYOTA |
Model | RAV4 HV |
Model Year | 2016 |
File date | 28/07/18 |
Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2016 toyota rav4 hybrid. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the chrome trim on the dashboard significantly reduced the driver's visibility on several occasions. The contact stated that the view of the front side mirrors were obstructed by a shiny glare that created a blinding effect. The contact stated that the lack of visibility became more prominent and persistent in the front driver's side mirror when the sun was present. Stevinson toyota west (780 denver west colorado mills blvd, lakewood, colorado 80401, (720) 259-2544) was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to an independent body repair shop. The independent mechanic repaired the vehicle by applying a fabric masking tape to the chrome trim of the dashboard. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 36. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 36 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | MORRISON, CO |
VIN pattern | JTMDJREV4GDXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 10/10/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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