Scosche TA2055B Double DIN or Single DIN with Pocket Radio Install Dash Kit Compatible with Select 2006-2012 Toyota RAV4 - Aftermarket Car Stereo Installation Kit - See Guide in Images for Vehicle Fit

I'd like to start off by saying that I've been doing car stereo installs for nearly 2 decades now, and I've worked on installs much more difficult than this one that included not only the head units, but also speakers, amps, capacitors, subs and other A/V. I'm no stranger to this type of install.Quite frankly, the RAV4 install is one of the easiest and most straight forward you will run into. You literally pop off the two flanking panels, pop off 2 connectors, unscrew 4 bolts and that's it for panel removal. You simply couldn't ask for easier. Like, almost ever.That said, you'd imagine it'd be quite easy to make dash kit very easily. Well, yes and no. Scosche tends to make stuff that fits fairly well and usually does a good job of making it look factory-ish. This kit was one of their very few units that doesn't fit as flush and perfectly as I've dealt with before.When you first take it out and assemble it, it's slightly confusing when reading the instructions. It makes it sound like the brackets click right in when in all reality, they actually "sit" in grooves very floppily...and then you have to install the screws in the aftermarket unit and THAT will help to permanently seat those brackets. Make no mistake...they do NOT click into place on their own. Quite the liberal use of the word.A few words about this kit. First off, using plastic brackets wasn't smart. A lot of your installed panel gap issues span from that in itself. Second and more importantly, there is a bracket arm missing from the Scosche unit that WAS on the factory bracket. If you look at my side-by-side picture, you can see on the bottom of the factory bracket that there is an arm that goes back with a clip on it. You'll notice next to is that there's no such arm on the Scosche. They likely did this since it's not bolted on but instead has a clip. Quite frankly, Scosche isn't really into the clips and that's likely why they didn't bother with it. Sadly, that arm is what helps to take up the slack on the bottom of the dash mount, and without it, it's practically impossible tuck that gap in tightly. There's simply nothing there to pull that panel tight.As others have mentioned, to help with the gap at the top, you want to insert the 4 bolts into the aftermarket holes and tighten them just slightly, then give them a half turn back, push the bracket itself in the top-most position and tighten the bolt WHILE holding it there. Do this for ALL 4 bolts. This will ensure you don't have a gap at the top. You can push and adjust and re-do it as many times as you like, but you will never close the gap on the bottom 100%. It's just an inherent flaw in the way that the kit was designed to fit. Most people will NEVER notice that gap unless you point it out since it's so low, but it'll still be there.My other (slight) gripe about the kit would be the color off-set. Everyone seems to be claiming that this is very close to the factory color, but I think that's some kooky talk. I've included 2 pics of the factory and aftermarket fascia for comparison. Don't even try to tell me those are even close to the same shade. In face, I find that the Scosche is almost closer to the color of those 2 silver panels you snapped off to make the install (with the diff and hazard buttons). Still, all that said, it doesn't look WAY out of place or anything, it's just not the same.Aside from the issues listed above, I was happy with this kit. I know it sounds like i'm ripping it apart and being picky, but it's in my nature to be. Since it does securely hold the unit and doesn't creak or make noise, it's functionally solid and serves it's purpose. Still, I have to ask...how much more would it have possibly cost Scosche to simply make the brackets metal? Or perhaps make that extra arm extension to close that gap? Or perhaps try to color match without your eyes closed?A solid kit with a few fundamental flaws. Still, I think it's better than the 2 other brands being offered for the RAV4.

Fits right into the dash like it said with no issues

Worked great looks professional. They make good products. I had a heck of a time with a random brand last time I did an install will definitely buy from them again.

Great fit and easy to install.

Easy to install. Color matches better than the original radio did. Not sure why people complain about the gap at the bottom as you need to stand in your head to even notice it. Not so keen on the plastic mount bracket but hopefully they hold up ok. Shipping was very quick. Good value.

Easy install

Installed in 2009 rav4 and works great. To fit my radio I needed to space out one side to allow full screen access. But this is probably because of the radio design that I installed. It had touch options on the far left side that needed complete access.

What others have said about this leaving a gap is true. For me, it was just about a choice between the gap at the top and the two tabs not locking into the dash at the bottom (I went with the gap at the bottom).I wish I had taken photos as I was installing it, but I was focused on the stereo and steering wheel control adapter.This comes in several parts: main front bezel, left & right side panels (mounts), pocket, radio trim ring, and a packet of screws. The item photo shows the main front bezel and left/right side panels.The side panels hook onto the inside edge of the main front bezel and are held in place when the pocket is slid in. Screw the side panels to the pocket to make it solid with included screws. Set the stereo in place (somewhat adjustable depth) and screw it down with the stereo machine screws (NOT INCLUDED).The main front bezel has alignment tabs at the top and two large protruding tabs at the bottom. I had to hook it in at the top and then pull down to get the bottom ones to line up and engage. Hopefully, the plastic will deform a bit this summer because it wasn't very forgiving while being installed in the 2nd week of January in the northern hemisphere. I recommend getting the four bolts most of the way in, then pushing up on the whole unit (or the side panels) while tightening them down.The only part that I can think of that would rattle would be the trim ring if it was a loose fit around the radio, or if stereo machine screw(s) came loose.

Muy buena calidad

Everything fit as it should and looks OEM!

The fit is almost great due to the fact the the side frames the hold the radio are just plastic that doesn't hold the front molding as tight as it could or should, you could always use the original bracket from Toyota with this but you would have to found a way to get the radio to old against the front molding. I give it a 5 Star as it does what it's meant to do and for me the fitting is great for now and as not moved or became loose in anyway since the installation. I did take it out and back in a few times already and it did not break so it's sturdy enough for my liking. Also it was a breeze to install.

no complaints about this in 2006 toyota rav4

Like others may have mentioned there is a small gap on the bottom but its barley noticeable. also the holes on the bracket didn't line up quite right, i only have one screw on each side.I did a lot of research before buying this and of the three brands that make them this one has the best reviews even if its not perfect.one thing to note is that the bezel will slightly interfere with your fingers when turning the volume knob if it is places on the very edge of the stereo (the Sony XAV-AX210 for example).I was able to get around this by making a custom 3-D printed version.