P0171 on TOYOTA RAV4
What P0171 Means on Your TOYOTA RAV4
Real TOYOTA RAV4 Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"First noticed the problem on 11/10/2014 when approaching a stop light. the rav4 took longer than normal to come to a stop with greater force required to stop. once fully stopped, the vehicle was idling with low rpm's (~500) and the check engine light turned on along with vsc and trac lights."
"Ongoing issues with my fuel system. car will display one of these many symptoms: -misfire, hard start, stall or shutoff. other symptoms include car stuttering and stalling out while driving. this last symptom is very dangerous as it often comes with no warning."
"Sudden, unexpected, surprise Surging Idle upon placing the vehicle in Park after driving a 15 minute distance at a top speed of 35mph. Loud Surge up to 2.5 (x1000RPM) Sounds like the Engine Shifted Idle Drops down and immediately begins Surging up again. Idle is high while driving."
"I was driving home in the rain for about 75 minutes and when I arrived in my driveway I saw steam coming from the front grille area. It wasn't due to a high engine coolant temperature so I decided to carefully open the hood and check for the source."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of P0171 on TOYOTA RAV4
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
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What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
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Get a proper diagnosis
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