2007 TOYOTA RAV4 Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Toyota Rav4. This model year has 1,002 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.
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Worst 2007 Toyota Rav4 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Engine Problems
Suspension Failures
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Toyota Rav4. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 271 | 5 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 236 | 3 | 6 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 125 | 9 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 101 | 21 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 99 | 17 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 76 | — | 26 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 53 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 47 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 39 | 2 | 5 | — | |
| Visibility | 26 | — | 10 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 24 | — | 2 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 24 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 22 | 3 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 18 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 17 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 12 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 9 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Other | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Toyota Rav4. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 400 most recent complaints of 1,002 total. View all on NHTSA ↗
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My driver side door caught on fire and was completely destroyed to include all associated wiring. Toyota had my contact information but never contacted me about any of the recalls.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be aligned. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V596000 (Suspension). The vehicle was taken …
Other people keep using my Bluetooth from my Toyota RAV4 2007. I don't even use it anymore. I found out because my android vehicle app keeps activating. Also, I live in a apartment complex, and notice when I look out my window, people walk by and slow down and stop right in front…
Sub frame is rusted to the point of not being able to pass state inspection requirements.
Unknown I just strongly feel like I'm not getting the information on purpose..it has caused me much stress. I'm really upset. I've not once received any communication from you since I bought this vehicle 2nd hand. In 2018.. And to make matters worse, I've had my vehicle plates …
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not con…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the sound was coming from the tire…
Subframe rusted in half, the only way I found it was when we put new shocks on it. It peeled off about 1/2 the tread on a brand new tire. Dangerous, if passengers side rear tire would've broke loose it would throw rear of car into oncoming traffic!
I own a 2007 Toyota Rav-4 with 155k miles. I had bought the vehicle used from a licensed Toyota dealership about 3 years ago and have been diligent about conducting the routine scheduled maintenance. The vehicle had no known recalls. I was driving about 25mph when I started to …
Rear subframe rusted through
Last year around December the passenger side airbag started separating from the cover it is in. I contacted toyota told was nit in recall list . Also called dealer they said to contact toyota. You can pop it back in but afraid airbag may explode open
I took my car in to address the panel warning symbols. Was told that my unibody style was no longer safe to drive due to severe rust. Was informed that the car could possibly fall apart.
The rear sub frame broke/ rusted, needing to be replaced unable to drive car safely
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while installing new tires on the vehicle, the mechanic stated that the wheel bearings fractured and that both front axles were rusted. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics, and it was confirmed that the wh…
I was driving and the engine caught on fire. Thank God for people telling me that my car was having flames coming from under my car. By the time I pull over flames were coming out of my hood
while driving down the big bear mountain, the vehicle lost power steering i could not turn the wheel and hit the railing, thank god i didn't hit another car. The battery light was flashing steering locked up other dash lights came on. The mechanic could not give me any answers, …
Frame is rot
I noticed the steering wheel was becoming stiff and I resolved to immediately bring the car to the shop given that the mechanic was less than a mile away. The dashboard showed no sensors were off, but I figured it was best to double check. We were fortunately driving on local str…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Toyota Rav4.
Recalls for 2007 Toyota Rav4
14 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Toyota Rav4. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2007 Toyota Rav4 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Toyota Rav4 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2007 Toyota Rav4 has 1,002 NHTSA owner complaints, 53 crash-related, and 14 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Steering Defects (271 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Rav4?▾
#1: Steering Defects (271 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (236 complaints). #3: Suspension Failures (125 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Toyota Rav4?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Toyota Rav4?▾
The 2007 Toyota Rav4 has 53 crash-related complaints and 37 fire reports out of 1,002 total NHTSA complaints. 41 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Toyota Rav4 have any recalls?▾
Yes — 14 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Toyota Rav4. The largest issue: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Toyota Rav4?▾
The 2007 Toyota Rav4 has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Steering Defects issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Rav4 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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