Do you have the dreaded steering knock/popping sound?

dj06482 · 08-03-2006, 07:13 AM

If you have the knock, please list your vehicle (Engine: V6/4cyl, Drive System: 2WD vs. AWD, Trim Model: Base, Sport, and Mileage). If you have had any work done to remedy the problem, please list what that was and the result.

I'll start:

Engine: V6
Drive System: AWD
Model: Base
Mileage: 5K

Work done: We took the RAV4 in to Middletown Toyota in Middletown, CT. They replaced the strut mounts and struts on both the driver's and passenger's side, and then realigned everything.

Result: Still knocking/popping. It does seem to be getting worse (more frequent, louder). I'm definitely concerned from a safety standpoint.

Thanks,

DJ
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Moderator edit: TSB has been released

http://rav4world.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=14583

kimmcc · 08-03-2006, 09:34 AM

Four attempts at two dealers. Both bushings and towers replaced, noise is still there. Was told by service rep that Toyota has a handfull of cases on this that they are trying to sort out. Toyota KNOWS they have a design flaw and at the moment have no fix for this.

Currently in arbitration with Toyota to get a new vehicle.

08-03-2006, 09:59 AM

Please define the steering knock/pop for us.

dj06482 · 08-03-2006, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jacketch

Please define the steering knock/pop for us.

At low speeds (under 15MPH), when turning the steering wheel slightly (not full lock or anywhere near it), you'll hear a succession of small, quick pops or knocks coming from the front driver's side of the car. Ours seems to do it more frequently when you're on the brakes.

HTH -

DJ

08-03-2006, 11:16 AM

Model: Sport
Engine: V6
Drive: AWD
Mileage: 15,420

Toyata replaced the Steering Rack and re-aligned. Sound is worse than ever. They are consulting engineering again. They've had the vehicle 3-weeks.

kimmcc · 08-03-2006, 02:54 PM

Sounds like popcorn popping under the hood while taking low speed turns left or right...

08-03-2006, 04:56 PM

My Rav V6 sport only does it when I have the whole family in the car. I'm certain it is in the strut tower bearings/bushings. I'm not at all worried about it from a safety persprective, but it sure is annoying!

flyingn · 08-03-2006, 06:29 PM

ok.. so far.. Is there any 4 bangers with it??

RAV4fun · 08-05-2006, 01:29 AM

RAV4, Limited
V6
Auto trans
2WD
Current mileage: 3300

Getting the same front suspension "knock" when going over ANY speed bump or bi-level road surface. Most noticable on the passenger side.

08-05-2006, 11:38 AM

Yes, that knock is annoying from a new car. It is like worn shocks or something bad with the tie rods. If I go at city speeds and hit a bump or joints on the road the suspension knocks. It is like taking a hammer and hitting the strut.

I wonder if it is caused by the SRS system, since the wheels for a split second lose traction while in the air.

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08-03-2006, 07:13 AM	#1 (permalink)
dj06482 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: CT Posts: 201 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Do you have the dreaded steering knock/popping sound? If you have the knock, please list your vehicle (Engine: V6/4cyl, Drive System: 2WD vs. AWD, Trim Model: Base, Sport, and Mileage). If you have had any work done to remedy the problem, please list what that was and the result. I'll start: Engine: V6 Drive System: AWD Model: Base Mileage: 5K Work done: We took the RAV4 in to Middletown Toyota in Middletown, CT. They replaced the strut mounts and struts on both the driver's and passenger's side, and then realigned everything. Result: Still knocking/popping. It does seem to be getting worse (more frequent, louder). I'm definitely concerned from a safety standpoint. Thanks, DJ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Moderator edit: TSB has been released http://rav4world.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=14583

08-03-2006, 09:34 AM	#2 (permalink)
kimmcc Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Littleton, MA Posts: 54 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Four attempts at two dealers. Both bushings and towers replaced, noise is still there. Was told by service rep that Toyota has a handfull of cases on this that they are trying to sort out. Toyota KNOWS they have a design flaw and at the moment have no fix for this. Currently in arbitration with Toyota to get a new vehicle. __________________ - 2008 Outback Ltd. - L.L. Bean Ed. - 2006 Classic Silver V6 Sport. Ed. RAV4 - (sold)

08-03-2006, 02:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
kimmcc Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Littleton, MA Posts: 54 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Sounds like popcorn popping under the hood while taking low speed turns left or right... __________________ - 2008 Outback Ltd. - L.L. Bean Ed. - 2006 Classic Silver V6 Sport. Ed. RAV4 - (sold)

08-03-2006, 06:29 PM	#8 (permalink)
flyingn Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: cinnaminson NJ Posts: 6,326 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	ok.. so far.. Is there any 4 bangers with it?? __________________ ======== Defender of the 4 banger!!!! http://mustangattitude.com/cgi-bin/s.../2007_00010_01 <= website!

08-03-2006, 09:59 AM	#3 (permalink)
jacketch Guest Posts: n/a	Please define the steering knock/pop for us.

08-03-2006, 11:16 AM	#5 (permalink)
Propak Guest Posts: n/a	Model: Sport Engine: V6 Drive: AWD Mileage: 15,420 Toyata replaced the Steering Rack and re-aligned. Sound is worse than ever. They are consulting engineering again. They've had the vehicle 3-weeks.

08-03-2006, 04:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
JimT Guest Posts: n/a	My Rav V6 sport only does it when I have the whole family in the car. I'm certain it is in the strut tower bearings/bushings. I'm not at all worried about it from a safety persprective, but it sure is annoying!

08-05-2006, 01:29 AM	#9 (permalink)
RAV4fun Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	front-end knock RAV4, Limited V6 Auto trans 2WD Current mileage: 3300 Getting the same front suspension "knock" when going over ANY speed bump or bi-level road surface. Most noticable on the passenger side.

08-05-2006, 11:38 AM	#10 (permalink)
SUVbuff73 Guest Posts: n/a	Yes, that knock is annoying from a new car. It is like worn shocks or something bad with the tie rods. If I go at city speeds and hit a bump or joints on the road the suspension knocks. It is like taking a hammer and hitting the strut. I wonder if it is caused by the SRS system, since the wheels for a split second lose traction while in the air.

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