| Issue ID | 1074007 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10596740 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | RAV4 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 06/06/14 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Safety recall #csj: i received a letter 2 weeks ago, stating that my car has to be brought a dealership to re-inspect the rear lower suspension arms. I did this today, and was informed after 3 hrs that my suspension arms have developed rust and thus need to be replaced, as outlined in the recall letter. However, i was also told that the arms are currently unavailable and it may take a month or longer before they can be exchanged. Toyota had set as completion date for this procedure for my region march 2014, i. E. Over 2 months ago. I find it unreasonable that i need to return my car again for another 3hr procedure. It is inconvenient and i will miss work again. Also, i have not received any definite assurance that my car is safe to drive for another 1 or longer without the repair. |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CARRBORO, NC |
| VIN pattern | 2T3ZF35V19WXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
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