The Lemon IndexAll cars · Toyota RAV4 · 2002
2002 Toyota RAV4. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 22 / 28 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 21 / 26 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 20 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 20 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| Electric | 2WD | 87 / 69 / 78 | Electricity | $950 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 73,900 and 116,500 miles. Median 94,000, from 474 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 96,000 | 79,600–118,200 | 354 |
| Electrical | 93,600 | 79,200–119,600 | 84 |
| Engine | 88,000 | 71,100–111,900 | 34 |
| Speed control | 87,500 | 72,300–120,800 | 30 |
| Airbags | 38,000 | 33,000–45,100 | 19 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 23% |
| Electrical | 19% |
| Speed control | 16% |
| Engine | 13% |
| Steering | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 527 | 36 | 15 | 26 | 0 | 9 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 116
Toyota filed 116 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Subject regarding engine control module (ecm) calibration update - malfunction indicator light
- When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in…
- Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft…
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| No | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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