| Issue ID | 1512735 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11150774 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | RAV4 |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 09/11/18 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While vehicle is stopped and parked the smart key system indicator light flashes in yellow for 15+ seconds when both electronic keys are in the vehicle. Vehicle will not start. System works normal with only one (either) electronic key. Both keys have new duracell 3. 0v cr2032 lithium battery installed and issue persists. User checked for pressed button(s) on electronic key. Key is not enclosed in case, purse, or holder. No ir or rf interference. Issue has also been observed while vehicle is running with transmission in (p)ark and second electronic key is introduced into vehicle (pick up passenger with second key) and the smart key system indicator light flashes in yellow for 15+ seconds. The issue happens on residential property, commercial property, and at any elevation (parking garage above or under ground) or inside a garage. This issue began after 50,000 miles (4 years of service). Vehicle was purchased new and only one owner. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 50000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | GREENACRES, FL |
| VIN pattern | 2T3YFREV5EWXXXXXX |
| 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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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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