TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID REPAIR SERVICES
RAV4 HYBRID
We’re a top rated local Toyota RAV4 Hybrid repair services shop in Fremont, CA. We also serve the greater East Bay Area, including Newark, Union City, Milpitas and Sunol. Overall, users rate the Toyota RAV4 as a generally reliable vehicle, but as with any machinery, some parts fail more than others. Owners reported several issues that were more common than others, some even prompting recalls. For those considering a purchase of a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, it can be beneficial to know about the most prevalent repair problems before you buy.
Read on to learn more about five of the most common repair issues Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners reported. If you experience any of these troubles, call Fremont Foreign Auto to make an appointment as soon as possible to ensure your vehicle is safe to drive and operates at peak performance levels.
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BATTERY DRAIN
Many RAV4 Hybrid owners reported battery drain issues which stopped them from starting the vehicle. The problem was widespread among the 2019-2021 models. Some users said the 12-volt battery suddenly went flat if they didn’t use the car for a day or two. While it’s possible the part came defective from the factory, it seems more likely that something is drawing power from the batter even with the car shut off and parked.
COOLANT LEAK
Toyota issued a recall for several 2019-2020 RAV4 Hybrids due to a problem with cracks and defects in the engine block. When coolant leaks through those cracks, the engine can stall, which could cause accidents or mechanical damage by causing the engine to overheat.
FAILING SUSPENSION
Failing suspensions were behind another recall for RAV4 Hybrids. The issue caused suspensions to fail due to a manufacturing defect that allowed the front arms to come loose. A failed suspension results in a loss of control and dramatically increases the likelihood of an accident. Toyota issued numerous recalls to rectify the problem, which primarily starts with improperly tightened nuts on rear wheel alignments, which allows rust to form on suspension arm threads.
FUEL TANK DEFECT
The most reported issue for the Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid is a problem with the fuel tank not accepting the proper amount of fuel. The fuel tank should hold up to 14.5 gallons of fuel, but numerous owners reported they could only add around 10 gallons. Toyota said a defective fuel tank shape causes the problem, which prevents it from filling fully. The automaker changed the tank shape in the latest models.
FRAGILE WINDSHIELD
Numerous Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners complained of cracking windshields. The unique windshield included on the RAV4 Hybrid seems more fragile than the standard counterpart. Some owners reported changing the windshield two or even three times in the year after buying a new RAV4 Hybrid. Most consumer complaints said no significant damage or anything impacting the windshield preceded the cracks.