2017 Toyota RAV4 Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 3%of 307 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 6,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the wheels of the 2017 Toyota RAV4, 3% of the 307 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 6,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On rainy days, when I am standing at a traffic light, and starting to get out of the green light, my car becomes unstable, as if it were going to skid. This happens whenever the street is wet. Report this problem from the first inspection of the car. At that time they changed an axis, but the problem persists”
NHTSA complaint #11416062, filed 2021-05, 13,900 miles“I was driving on I 10 southbound with my two disabled children. My front driver's side tire blew out the sidewall in 1-2 inch chunks. It sounded like machine gun fire. I had to safely coast to the shoulder holding my steering wheel firmly and putting my car in neutral. I had air checks and balancing regularly. I keep my car in a garage with low mileage. Discount tires checked my tires on three occassions and told me to go to Toyota dealership for help. …”
NHTSA complaint #11290446, filed 2019-12, 24,000 miles“We purchased a new 2017 Toyota RAV4 that came with a temporary spare tire and wheel. I purchased an oem 2017 RAV4 wheel and tire that matches the normal tires for convenience and especially safety reasons. I also attempted to place the full size tire and wheel in the wheel well of the RAV4 with no success. In short, the wheel well is not adequate for a full size tire and projects approximately two inches above the floor. It also can not be secured to the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11119783, filed 2018-08, 6,500 miles“There's a recall on my 2017 Toyota RAV4 and the dealership failed to mention it. This car was purchased brand new in july 2017. The recall was made june 15 2017. Recall id#265486. Recall is 17r2 for tires. Safety is very important here as I have kids in the car sometimes. Please do something. The dealership said they're not responsible for it. The also has the following noticeably problem when in motion or driving mode: suspension issues: struts,spindle, control arms, ball joints, stabilizers, and related components may present a safety hazard. …”
NHTSA complaint #11118902, filed 2018-08, 25,000 miles“Purchased new 2017 Toyota RAV4. With less than 1000 miles on the car, I had a flat traveling on the toll road. Speed limit was 70mph. I was on the toll road for about 20 miles. The front driver side tire had a large sidewall hole. I took the tire back to the Toyota dealer service department. They gave one quick look and I was told that no warranty was on the tire by Toyota or bridgestone. I had no choice but to replace the tire at my own expense. See attached pictures of the tire. I have the tire in my possession if someone wishes to inspect it for manufacturer failure.”
NHTSA complaint #11010418, filed 2017-07, 900 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10207946Jan 12, 2022POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept…
- 10164335Jul 3, 2019TSB: Some 2009 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal…
- 10140590May 16, 2016TSB: Tire Positioning Before New Vehicle Delivery During the manufacturing process, tires are nounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or…
Wheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 2% |
| 2024 | 3 | 2% |
| 2023 | 3 | 2% |
| 2022 | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 | 5 | 1% |
| 2020 | 2 | 0% |
| 2019 | 4 | 0% |
| 2018 | 1 | 0% |
| 2017 | 8 | 3% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2014 | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 | 4 | 2% |
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 5 | 2% |
| 2010 | 14 | 4% |
| 2009 | 10 | 3% |
| 2008 | 6 | 1% |
| 2007 | 22 | 2% |
| 2006 | 12 | 2% |
| 2005 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 3 | 10% |
| 1999 | 1 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 1% |
| 1997 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2017 Toyota RAV4
108 complaintsOther or unknown
65 complaintsBrakes
38 complaintsExterior lighting
32 complaintsEngine
31 complaintsAir bags
20 complaintsBody and structure
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Toyota RAV4
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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