2006 Toyota RAV4 vs 2008 Toyota RAV4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 704 | 575 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 308 | 340 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 42 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,085 mi | 66,005 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota RAV4 | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 230 | 73 |
| Engine | 109 | 137 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 74 | 92 |
| Suspension | 72 | 81 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 58 |
| Power Train | 53 | 37 |
| Electrical System | 42 | 27 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 40 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 126 | 29 |
| Oil consumption | 53 | 75 |
| Check engine light | 31 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 30 | 25 |
| Airbag warning light | 26 | 22 |
| Stalling | 21 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 22 |
| Steering problems | 17 | 0 |
2006 Toyota RAV4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.