| Issue ID | 1333379 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10925310 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | RAV4 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 29/08/16 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota rav4. The contact heard an abnormal loud noise progressing from the area of the steering wheel while the vehicle was in motion, reversing, or making a turn. The dealer test drove the vehicle, but was unable to replicate the failure. Further diagnostic testing was required. An independent mechanic also inspected the vehicle, but provided no specific diagnosis to determine the cause of the failure. The contact was uncertain if the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available. |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WHITE PLAINS, NY |
| VIN pattern | JTMBK31V065XXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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