1999 Toyota Rav4 Seats Problems
2 owner-reported seats complaints from NHTSA data
2
Complaints
Feb 2000 – Feb 2001
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (2)
mediumSEATS
Filed: Feb 2001
THE OWNERS MANUAL SHOWS THAT A SEAT TETHER ANCHOR CAN BE INSTALLED. HOWEVER, THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INSTALL ONE AND TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLD ME THAT THE MANUAL WAS A MISPRINT AND THE ANCHOR IS ONLY AVAILABLE STARTING IN 2000. *AK
NHTSA #: 741005
mediumSEATS
Filed: Feb 2000
THE UPPER PORTION OF THE HEAD REST JUTS FORWARD, CREATING A DEPRESSION BETWEEN THE DRIVERS HEAD AND SHOULDERS. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT IN AN ACCIDENT THE FORCE OF IMPACT OF THE AIRBAG WILL PUSH THE DRIVERS NECK INTO THIS DEPRESSION, POSSIBLY CAUSING SERIOUS NECK OR SPINAL INJURY. NLM
NHTSA #: 550767
Other 1999 Toyota Rav4 Issues
Vehicle Speed Control (14)Air Bags (13)Electrical System (8)Power Train (4)Engine And Engine Cooling (4)Structure (3)Fuel System, Gasoline (3)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4)Suspension,structure (4)Seat Belts (2)Visibility,structure (2)Wheels (1)Child Seat (1)Fuel System, Other (1)Trailer Hitches (1)Equipment (1)Steering (1)