Toyota RAV4 First generation (XA10) - Facelift (1999 - 2000)

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First generation (XA10) - Facelift of Toyota RAV4 has been in production since 1999 by 2000.
Toyota RAV4 First generation (XA10) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Body style | SUV, Crossover |
Engine options | 3S-FE, 2.0L I-4, 126 HP, 132 lb/ft |
Length | 147.6 - 163.8 in |
Width | 66.70 in |
Height | 65 - 65.4 in |
Wheelbase | 86.6 - 94.9 in |
Curb weight | 2547 - 2844 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 - 4 |
Seating capacity | 4 - 5 |
Front hip room | 55.8 - 55.9 in |
Rear hip room | 39.6 - 56 in |
Front Headroom | 39.3 - 40.3 in |
Rear Headroom | 39 - 39.1 in |
Front shoulder room | 53.1 - 53.3 in |
Rear shoulder room | 50.2 - 53.1 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 15.30 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 22 - 24/25 - 29 |
Payload capacity | 926 - 1245 lb |
Towing capacity | 1500 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 8 - 8.9 sec |
¼ mile time | 16.4 - 17.3 sec |
Toyota RAV4 Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Toyota RAV4 First generation (XA10) - Facelift production period from 1999 to 2000 drivers have reported 86 complaints. The most common problems are VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FRONTAL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Model Year | Complaints |
2000 RAV4 |
29
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1999 RAV4 |
57
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL while driving at 70mph consumer deactivated cruise control rpms stayed speeded up. it will be hard for consumer to slow |
18
~ 36607 miles |
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS i reported lack of air bag inflating to toyota via email and they never responded....toyota rav was impacted by a |
7
~ 14155 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the connection to the alternator was heavily burnt causing loss of power to the vehicle the consumer was trapped in... |
5
~ 58000 miles |
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN consumer states he belives that vehicle has a transmission problem when driving the transmission makes a clunk sound vehicle has... |
5
~ 51800 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE sent for inspection failed for bad control arm and for rusted out engine cradle needs replaced ... |
4
~ 183253 miles |
AIR BAGS tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota rav4. while driving 60 mph there was a loud noise coming from the... |
4
~ 107181 miles |
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE i have a 2000 toyota rav4 that will not pass nys safety inspection because of a rusted front engine subframe.... |
4
~ 141500 miles |
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC while traveling on highway another vehicle was in front of consumer's vehicle. to avoid a collison applied brakes and hit |
3
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TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE fuel tank access door has design defect. when opened (to gain access to fuel cap) it rubs the edge of... |
3
~ 18204 miles |
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY windshield is not holding up as good as it should be. when driving on road and what ever may come... |
3
~ 833 miles |
TIRES we were on vacation and traveling the speed limit 75 in pueblo co when the rear passenger side tire blew.... |
3
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CONTROL ARM > FRONT > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 1999 toyota rav4. the contact stated that the front sub frame and control arms were... |
2
~ 141500 miles |
SUSPENSION the engine cradle and control arms are prematurely corroded. there are unusually large holes in the steel. vehicle is unsafe. |
2
~ 95000 miles |
ENGINE the check engine light is always remains on though there is not an issue that can be found by any |
2
~ 84633 miles |
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota rav 4. in an attempt to fasten the front passenger side seat belt it... |
2
~ 89500 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i sent information previously re my mother's accident but did not have the vin. she was involved in a single... |
2
~ 48947 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN when in reverse there is a loud noise at all times. dealer stated there was nothing wrong with transsmision.*ak... |
2
~ 61500 miles |
TREAD/BELT > TIRES while driving over a dip at low speed both air bags deployed without impact. however the windshield was smashed and |
2
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GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING the upper portion of the head rest juts forward creating a depression between the drivers head and shoulders. consumer is... |
2
~ 35000 miles |
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY there is rust in the front cross member passenger side. there is a big hole because of rust. it is |
1
~ 120000 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE i had a defective fuel pump on my 1999 toyota rav4 which gave me problems up until it stopped working... |
1
~ 130000 miles |
HUBCAP/COVER > WHEELS 2000 rav4. the wheel is failing disintegrating. several cracks have developed in the wheel rim and the inner part of... |
1
~ 174000 miles |
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS tl*the contact owns a 1999 toyota rav4. the contact stated that the tire was wearing at an angle on the... |
1
~ 155915 miles |
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i submit that the most recent recall (jan. 2010) for sticking gas pedals extends to older year make/models of toyota... |
1
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RIM > WHEELS toyota rav4 2000 210 000km. thumping noise developed in vehicle. after long search by service shop and by friends noise... |
1
~ 131000 miles |
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE the code scanner on both my and my mother-in-laws toyota rav4 (2000 and 2002) have read errors with the fuel... |
1
~ 92386 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER just get a network error notice when i try to get the tsbs for a 1999 toyota rav4. tried 2x |
1
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POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota rav4. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph the vehicle slipped... |
1
~ 62000 miles |
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM complaint received via e-mail. while my son was driving the car caught on fire under the hood for no apparent... |
1
~ 64000 miles |
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING without any dash warning light coming on 1999 toyota blew its engine. *bf *tc ... |
1
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BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS both of the front seat belt connections have stopped latching into and locking the seat belt. i had the drivers... |
1
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FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 1999 toyota rav4 -- low fuel indicator light came on when indicator needle was just below 1/2 a tank. consumer... |
1
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CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i have a 1999 rav4. yesterday i'm driving home from work. i heard a loud noise i thought a rock... |
1
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AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT consumer notified air condioner is not working properly (moldy) dealer has inspected several time and the problem still reoccurring. please |
1
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ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC while vehicle is traveling at any speed and in order to depress brake pedal and stop vehicle consumer had to... |
1
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TRAILER HITCHES spot welds broke away from frame causing trailer hitch to separate. *ak... |
1
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FRONT > SEAT BELTS head on collision -airbags failed to deploy-fracturing sternum ribs and injuring right shoulder. pre-tensioner on seat belt failed also. *nlm... |
1
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WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM engine fire due to electrical wiring short. mjs... |
1
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FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM vehicle was parked for 12 hours fire started underneath the engine compartment due to the insulation by the fuse box |
1
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STEERING consumer was driving at approximately 65- 70 mph on highway and drove over either uneven pavement or small rock causing |
1
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PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS had brake pads replaced twice within 2 months need replace now 2 months later. *ak... |
1
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SEATS the owners manual shows that a seat tether anchor can be installed. however the dealer was unable to install one... |
1
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SHOCK ABSORBER > REAR > SUSPENSION the upper portion of the head rest juts forward creating a depression between the drivers head and shoulders. consumer is... |
1
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PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN while starting vehicle for first time and when shifting vehicle into drive it would travel in reverse. please provide further |
1
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MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING muffler is located parallel to back door. therefore when opening back gate the muffler is exposed which could cause burns. |
1
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RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT the upper portion of the head rest juts forward creating a depression between the drivers head and shoulders. consumer is... |
1
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EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY the upper portion of the head rest juts forward creating a depression between the drivers head and shoulders. consumer is... |
1
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HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS the upper portion of the head rest juts forward creating a depression between the drivers head and shoulders. consumer is... |
1
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LINKAGES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL cruise control arm fell off the vehicle when t brakes were applied. vehicle proceeded resulting in a collision. dealer isnpected |
1
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SPACE SAVER WHEEL > WHEELS the space saver wheel is made of steel and the vehicle wheels that came on the vehicle are made of... |
1
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How to improve the appearance of your Toyota RAV4 and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Toyota RAV4 to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
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2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...
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Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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Car Reindeer Decoration, Reindeer Antler...
- [DURABLE DECORATION FOR CAR] Our reindeer car decoration is made of premium fabric, build-in high-quality PVC clip to ensure stability and durability that can still stay on the car even in a high speed driving....
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Mean Mug Auto 201525-6133C 38x Fender Fl...
- Compatible with Toyota : Toyota Tacoma 2004-on, 4Runner 2002-on, RAV4 2005-on, FJ Cruiser 2006-2010, Highlander 2009-2010
- Blue Fender Flare clips : Size: Head Diameter: 17mm, Stem Length: 10mm Replaces OEM Number 75495-35010
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Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Tallew 8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
Coilovers
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK
- Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
- 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
- Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
- Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
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JUSTTOP Universal Cleaning Gel for Car, ...
- Safe and Eco-friendly: The car beauty keyboard cleaning gel is made of high quality biodegradable gel material, non-sticky and smells like a light lemon fragrance. It is non-irritating to the skin and is environmentally safe.Cleaning...
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Decals
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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SINGARO 4PCS Aluminum Valve Stem Cap, Gr...
- High quality: High quality aluminum alloy is used to replace the original bad valve cap of the tire, which can keep the wheel working well.
- Convenience: The valve cover is easy to install and disassemble....
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4PCS Car Door Handle Sticker, Carbon Fib...
- 【Style and Protection】: The car door handle cup can get easily scratched by fingernails, rings or keys. The accumulation of scratches will make your car look dull and old. In addition, our car door handle...

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