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    Toyota RAV4 2006 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 2006 Toyota RAV4? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2006 Toyota RAV4 issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2006 Toyota RAV4 in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Toyota recalls 98,000 RAV4s
    By Joshua Dowling · 18 February 2016
    Australia’s best-selling SUV is being recalled due to faulty seatbelts, but the fix won't arrive until June.
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    Toyota recalls 300,000 cars in Australia for faulty power window switch
    By Joshua Dowling · 21 October 2015
    This will go down in automotive history as one of the weirdest automotive recalls of all time.
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    Toyota Australia recalls 180,000 vehicles over airbag shrapnel fears
    By Richard Blackburn · 13 May 2015
    Toyota Australia has recalled more than 180,000 vehicles over fears that faulty airbags could spray shrapnel when deployed.
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    Toyota RAV4: Which years have ECU issues?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 25 December 2014

    The ECU problem affected 2001, 2002 and 2003 models.

    Used Toyota RAV4 review: 2006-2010
    By Graham Smith · 31 July 2013
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    Used Toyota RAV4 review: 1995-2011
    By Ewan Kennedy · 6 May 2012
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    Toyota RAV4 2006: Symptoms of a transmission problem?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 6 October 2011

    It certainly sounds like the same problem. Consult your dealer about it and ask what Toyota is prepared to do for you. We understand that Toyota was replacing the transmission ECM for owners with problem cars in the USA, but they have not been as forthcoming here. It would also be worth having it assessed by an independent auto transmission specialist so you know exactly what you're dealing with.

    Toyota RAV4 2006: High oil consumption test
    Answered by Graham Smith · 22 September 2011

    I would guess the reason the oil consumption is news to you is that you never check the oil and simply rely on the dealer to pick up a problem. He might not because it's most likely he simply drops the old oil and puts the new oil in, and he's not to know what had happened since he last saw the car. Now, you need to pursue the consumption tests to determine if it is too high, and if it proves to be so then pull the engine down and find the cause. If it proves to be a problem of manufacture then you've got a clear claim against Toyota, but if no such issue is found you could be left with the bill. In that case it would seem premature wear and I would recommend you pursue Toyota for at least part payment of the repair costs.

    Toyota RAV4 2006: Why is it thirsty for oil?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 8 September 2011

    It is heavy oil usage, and in our experience unusual for a Toyota. Perhaps other owners can tell us if they have had a similar experience.

    Used first cars review: 2006
    By Bill McKinnon · 4 February 2011
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