2001 Toyota RAV4 Engine problems

My 2001 silver toyota rav 4 had a sudden unintended acceleration problem when I was decelerating to a complete stop at an already congested intersection with traffic lights. I was applying brake pressure from 20 mph, down to 15,10,5, down to 2 mph, coming to a complete stop, my rav 4 engine suddenly started to rev-up/race wildly and very loud in a matter of 3, or 4-5 seconds (the engine/rpm sounded similar one would hear when you would be accelerating entering a freeway via the entrance ramp). My rav 4 shot...

THE CAR STARTED TO HAVE SHIFTING PROBLEMS.

When I change gear or press accelerator to give gas, my car doesn't pick up race and doesn't shift the gear. It will do on its own. The engine light keeps coming turned on, even though thisngs have been replaced.

While in cruise control on an incline my rav4 accelerates out of control so I have to apply the brake to get it out of cruise control. I had this on 2 rav4s, both 2001, one was 4wd and the other 2wd. Toyota tried to repeat the problem in the first vehicle by sending it home with a tech who drove to modesto. They could not repeat it...On my current car it does the same and toyotas best answer was not to use cruise control after he asked why I was using it anyways. I was worried about the ecus in these cars and...

I purchased my 2001 toyota rav4 in july 2012,. Now 2 years later and still owe a good amount on my car I am having the same issues with the ecm as the others. I called toyota and there is nothing they can do to assist people that are purchasing these cars that have not been taken care of. This issues I am dealing with include the transmission slipping and revving higher, or the loss of power when going from a complete stop. Toyota helped the owners, with an " extended warranty" 10 years / 150000 miles....

I was driving along and came to a stop. When I started to go, my rav had no power, then it lurched and almost stopped. I had to nurse it-slowly accelerate-in order for it to move. Every time I stopped and started it did this. Once it made a noise like a hard shift from the rear of the car. I had to put my emergency flashers on to drive it safely, and drove to a transmission shop. In speaking with them, they said that toyota has a known recall on this situation! The computer locks up the transmission. They called...

Just purchased this vehicle in september of 2013 with only 95,000 miles. Two days after purchase, the check engine light came on. Dealer said it was the catalytic converter. So it was replaced at a cost of over $600. Then two days later, the check engine light came back on. Dealer said it was the o2 sensor, that bill was nearly $350. Now for the icing on the cake. Four days after that repair, I was pulling out of my driveway to go to work and the vehicle did not want to shift in to gear, lunged forward and I nearly...

Ecm/transmission failure...Called toyota..Refused help..Owned vehicle over 10 years...Known defect that toyota has not addressed properly...Need to replace ecm and transmission out of pocket because of their defective production. *Tr

October 11, 2012. On or about october 8 2012 I began having hesitation and jumping into gear as I am driving my 2001 rav4. This happens mainly when accelerating from a stop sign/light. I am aware there has been a recall on many 2001 rav4 vehicles. I bought my rav4 from carmax in north attleboro mass on april 19 2012. So, I have not even had my vehicle for 5 months yet. On thursday october 11 2012 I took my rav4 back to carmax in attleboro with my complaint--i will be leaving the vehicle with them on friday...

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota rav4. The contact stated that he heard noises coming from the tires when driving through curves. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the front end of the vehicle, near the engine and wheels, started to rust. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The failure and current mileages were 150,000. Updated 6/4/12 *cn the consumer stated the engine cradle rusted, which caused the steering to fail

My vehicle has begun experiencing harsh shifting. It will not accelerate immediately and it will jump forward at times. This is a reported problem with the 2001 rav 4. I received a letter stating there was the possibility of compensation after one has this fixed. As one a person who cannot afford to fix this out of pocket that is not a lot of help. This is a known issue and should be recalled! *Tr

When accelerating and decelerating, the engine jumps and fails to change gears. This is extremely dangerous in situations where one must get out of the way of other cars (generally every time driving). When taken to the dealer, I was told there was a malfunction in the internal engine control module. *Tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota rav4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the accelerator pedal failed to respond and a loud popping noise was heard. After numerous attempts, the vehicle began to operate normally and was driven to the side of the road. The identical failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they stated that the computer module and transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle remained at the dealer for repair. The manufacturer...

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota rav4. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle began to hesitate and the transmission would not shift into gear. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the engine control module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance and referred the contact to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 113,000. The vin was not available.

I noticed vehicle was not accelerating or going into proper gear. I was alarmed when I couldn't pick up speed turning left. Engine light lit when I got home. I spoke to toyota today about the known ecu issue with 2001-2003 rav4s. My car was serviced in 2007 when there was a recall but they will not address the issue now since the warranty expired. I am very disappointed with toyota not addressing the ecu/ecm issue to a satisfactory manner. This is a safety issue that toyota should show more concern over. *Kb

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota rav4. While the contact was driving 35 mph, the engine warning light illuminated, and the transmission began to exhibit severe hesitation in a jerking motion. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and confirmed that the transmission, ecm module and a faulty trans axle needed to be replaced. The contact discovered there was a prior voluntary recall issued by the manufacturer pertaining to the ecm module; however, the contact did not receive...

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota rav4. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The technician detected that the front engine cross member completely rusted. The vehicle was also taken to an authorized dealer where a diagnostic test was performed at the owner's expense. In addition, pictures were taken of the defective component and forwarded to the manufacturer for further investigation. The vehicle was not repaired. The technician recommended that the vehicle not be driven due to safety risks. The contact was waiting for a response from the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 150,000. The vin was unavailable.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota rav4. The contact stated that the vehicle would sporadically stall while driving at various speeds. The check engine light would illuminate when the failure occurred. The dealer advised that the electronic control unit (ecu) was damaged and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileage was 132,000.

Toyota 2001 rav4: check engine light has been on since at least august, 2004 (documented). Toyota claimed to fix per a recall notice. From february 2002 to date, there has been intermittent groaning beneath car, whining in first gear, and what felt like clunking. Could not pass smog tests because of check engine light code. In october, 2009, car died. Could not restart, had to wait for tow (midnight on a dark road). Had work done in oct, 2009, and I requested the parts. They replaced my coils, plugs and air filter...

My 2001 rav4 toyota jerks forward after a complete stop. Had it checked at toyota dealership, they didn't see what was the problem but they told me it may be the transmission or the engine control. If I decide to do the job, they cannot guarantee that will fix the problems but it will cost about $6,000. Took it a local mechanics they could not help me as well. *Tr

My 2001 toyota rav4 threw a rod, resulting in a total engine failure. The connecting rod endcap bolt broke. This is not a maintenance item and it should never brake. The rod punched a hole in the engine block. The whole engine has to be replaced. The toyota dealership says there's nothing they can do about it since it's not under warranty. *Tr

Check engine light comes on 2001 toyota rav4 vehicle. Vehicle stops running at any point during driving operations. This issue affects the engine/emission/transmission systems and are a severe hazard to owners of this vehicle. Toyota is ignoring the growing number of owners of this vehicle until enough deaths/serious injuries occur. *Tr

Somewhere around the later part of june, 2009 my car began hesitating. I took it to the dealer and they could not find what was wrong with it. I took it back and then was informed the it was my ecm. I contacted toyota to have this problem fixed since it was a manufacturing problem during production. They informed me that it was my responsibility to get it fixed. My vehicle has around 97,000 miles on it. This is happening on a regular basis. Several times my family and I were endangered because someone almost...

On the 2001 toyota rav 4 the check engine light came on. I had it checked and the fuel-oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. If the sensor was not replaced, I was told it would damage the catalytic convertor. Unfortunately, it was out of warranty when the problem occurred.*Ak

I have a 2001 toyota rav4 [[redacted]] the engine type is a 1azfe. I recently learned about a toyota oil gel problem with engine type 5s-fe. The motor may be different, but my story is the same. This is a work vehicle that was maintained. In sept 2006 I called toyota to complain about the $2800 repair due to what they had called "oil gel". The reference number for this call is [[redacted]]. At the time I was unaware of the law suit in process for some toyota engines due to this exact thing! Jan 19th 2007, while...