| Issue ID | 1071755 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10595259 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | RAV4 |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 30/05/14 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Had recall on toyota rav 4 for rear lower suspension arms. Took it back to the dealer for repair, they didn't have the parts and have to reschedule when the parts come in. This is what toyota said will be done to repair it: if any rust is found on the internal threaded portion of the arm(s), the arm will be replaced. After the inspection or replacement the rear suspension alignment will be set and the arms will be sealed with an epoxy. Labels will also be applied stating the arm is no longer adjustable. How are alignments going to be made to the rear suspension if they are not adjustable? Is it going to be at owners expense to replace both rear lower suspension arms to realign the rear end? The dealer couldn't answer that question. They just a voided me when we pick the car up later. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 32735 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KALAMAZOO, MI |
| VIN pattern | 2T3BF4DV4AWXXXXXX |
| 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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| 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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