2010 Toyota RAV4 Engine Problems
Engine problems account for 107 of 398 total complaints (27%) on the 2010 Toyota RAV4, mostly sudden unintended acceleration at low speed. Median mileage at failure was 9,752 miles, and two related recalls (11V113000, 10V017000) address accelerator pedal sticking.
- Engine complaints
- 107
- 27% of 398
- Crashes reported
- 26
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 7
- Median mileage
- 9,752 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners report the vehicle suddenly accelerating on its own while braking to a stop or during a low-speed turn, often resulting in a crash into a nearby object.
- Several drivers describe the car lurching forward or backward unexpectedly right after shifting into park, reverse, or neutral, even after removing their foot from the accelerator.
- Multiple complaints describe brakes failing to overcome the sudden acceleration, with the vehicle continuing to speed up despite the pedal being fully depressed.
- Some owners report the unwanted acceleration happening while parking or maneuvering at very low speed, leading to collisions with curbs, poles, or structures.
- A few complaints mention the engine making a loud noise just before the sudden acceleration event began.
When 2010 Toyota RAV4 engine complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 4, 2010, latest Apr 5, 2025.
Engine recalls for the 2010 Toyota RAV4
- NHTSA 11V113000Feb 24, 2011Engine1,363,244 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 lexus lx570, 2003 through 2009 toyota 4runner, and 2006 through 2010 rav4 vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
Risk: A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
Remedy: The remedy is now available. The safety recall began early april 2011. The remedy will involve modification or replacement of the accelerator pedal and replacement of any toyota all-weather floor mat. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
- NHTSA 10V017000Jan 21, 2010Engine2,230,661 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010 tundra vehicles. Due to the manner in which the friction lever interacts with the sliding surface of the accelerator pedal inside the pedal sensor assembly, the sliding surface of the lever may become smooth during vehicle operation. In this condition, if condensation occurs on the surface, as may occur from heater operation (without a/c) when the pedal assembly is cold, the friction when the accelerator pedal is operated may increase, which may result in the accelerator pedal becoming harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.
Risk: The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow the pedal to operate smoothly. Gm will notify owners for the pontiac vibe please see 10v-018. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on february 5, 2010 and will be completed on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Engine complaints by RAV4 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine complaints on the 2010 Toyota RAV4?
- NHTSA lists 107 engine-related complaints for the 2010 RAV4, which is 27% of the 398 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for engine or acceleration problems on the 2010 RAV4?
- Yes. NHTSA recall campaigns 11V113000 and 10V017000 address accelerator pedal issues that could cause the pedal to stick or operate roughly on the 2010 RAV4.
- At what mileage do these engine problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 9,752 miles for engine-related complaints on the 2010 RAV4.
- Did the engine problems lead to crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 26 crashes, 1 fire, and 7 injuries connected to engine complaints for the 2010 RAV4.
- How does the 2010 RAV4 compare to other RAV4 years for engine complaints?
- The 2010 RAV4's 27% share of complaints tied to the engine is higher than most later years like 2016 through 2018 (15%), but similar to 2019 (27%) and lower than 2020 (32%).