2000 TOYOTA RAV4 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
34
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
4
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4
The 2000 TOYOTA RAV4 has received a total of 34 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR. 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by Toyota Motor Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Vehicle Speed Control (7 complaints), Power Trainmanual Transmission (4 complaints), and Tires (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4, potentially affecting up to 279,220 vehicles.
Recall 20V033000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 138,842 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air...
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant, and increases the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and owners will have the option to self-inspect, or have a dealer inspect the steering wheel on their vehicle to determine if their vehicle may be equipped with an affected inflator. Potentially affected steering wheel serial...
View full details →Recall 20V033000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 138,842 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air...
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant, and increases the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and owners will have the option to self-inspect, or have a dealer inspect the steering wheel on their vehicle to determine if their vehicle may be equipped with an affected inflator. Potentially affected steering wheel serial...
View full details →Recall 00V212000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR
| 780 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTOR, WHEN EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, CAN DEVELOP STRESS FRACTURES IF THE LUG NUTS ARE TIGHTENED WITH EXCESSIVE TORQUE.
Consequence: THE DISC ROTOR COULD BREAK (WHERE IT MOUNTS TO THE WHEEL), RESULTING IN A LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION ON THAT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DISC BRAKE ROTORS. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, TOYOTA WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND STEEL WHEELS WITH NEW DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND NEW ALUMINUM WHEELS. IN ADDITION A CAUTION LABEL...
View full details →Recall 00V211000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
| 756 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. IF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE REPEATEDLY PARKED BY PLACING THE SHIFT LEVER INTO THE "P" POSITION WITHOUT APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKE, THE PARKING LOCK ROD, A COMPONENT OF THE TRANSMISSION PARKING LOCK SYSTEM, COULD BREAK.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN RENDER THE SYSTEM INOPERATIVE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING LOCK ROD.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4
34 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Power Trainmanual Transmission | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Beltsfrontanchorage | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Members | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheelshubcapcover | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheelsrim | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheelsspace Saver Wheel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while inspecting the battery, there were white hard stains on the battery and the parts holding the battery in place, causing the battery to move independently, allowing the battery to leak. An Independent mechanic was contacted. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic. The battery was replaced at Jiffy Lube, and the contact was informed that a screw was missing and that the battery was loose. The contact was informed to be careful while driving the vehicle. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 172,000.
SENT FOR INSPECTION FAILED FOR BAD CONTROL ARM AND FOR RUSTED OUT ENGINE CRADLE NEEDS REPLACED
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA RAV4. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 169,266.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA RAV4. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 169,266.
THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALWAYS REMAINS ON THOUGH THERE IS NOT AN ISSUE THAT CAN BE FOUND BY ANY REPAIR SHOPS. *TR
Safety Rating for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4
Toyota Motor Corporation has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
4618 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
'00 RAV4 ENGINE REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTION. 00400-RM711-U1. *TT '99 RAV4. 00400-RM668-U1. *TT
BO00402 — VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
SUBJECT REGARDING IMPROVEMENT TO THE REAR WIPER WASHER NOZZLE. *SLC
EL01200 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING IMPROVED CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH. *JB
PA00200 — STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION ON CLADDING AND BUMPER COLOR CODES. *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 TOYOTA RAV4
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TOYOTA RAV4
- 1995 TOYOTA RAV4 — 1 complaint
- 1996 TOYOTA RAV4 — 54 complaints
- 1997 TOYOTA RAV4 — 61 complaints
- 1998 TOYOTA RAV4 — 92 complaints
- 1999 TOYOTA RAV4 — 75 complaints
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- 2002 TOYOTA RAV4 — 682 complaints
- 2003 TOYOTA RAV4 — 392 complaints
- 2004 TOYOTA RAV4 — 180 complaints
- 2005 TOYOTA RAV4 — 168 complaints
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