2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID

1 recalls — 26 complaints — 134 TSBs — 5/5 safety rating

23V865000 Dec 20, 2023
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir... Read more
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may con... Read more
999,901 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

26 total complaints 3 crashes

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
ENGINE4
SERVICE BRAKES3
AIR BAGS2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST1
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY1
Carry Handle, Shell, Base1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS1
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK May 15, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2026
I bought the car new in July 2021. All four door locks stopped working around May 2023. In June 2023, I only got one of the four door lock assembly’s replaced. And it’s very expensive to get all four fixed. Now, in May of 2026, I am experiencing the same issue with the lock assembly that was rep... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 29, 2025
Incident date: Jan 15, 2025
Vehicle electronic drivers gauge panel is 'separating' behind the glass causing issues with seeing important safety and engine guages.
ENGINE Apr 24, 2025
Incident date: Apr 24, 2025
my problem occurs intermittenly, it occurs when i am idling at a stop. when i have to accelerate from the stop the car will lurch forward and die for approximately 3 seconds. It will then restart and drive normally, however the stopping in the middle of oncoming traffic is potentially life threateni... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Mar 17, 2025
Incident date: Mar 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that there was abnormal fuel consumption while driving on trips. The starter was replaced at the contact’s expense at a local dealer; however, the fa... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 13, 2025
Incident date: Mar 13, 2025
As has happened to many others, a coolant intrusion destroyed the engine. The engine was replaced around 60k miles. Now around 84k miles, my transmission needs to be replaced. Ford is telling me that a new engine and new transmission for a 2017 car with 84k miles on it is something they see. The Cus... Read more
ENGINE Feb 4, 2025
Incident date: Feb 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at highway speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notifie... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Jan 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 8, 2024
Several engine failures, starting one month after purchase in September 2020. multiple system failures (all on video) leading to very poor acceleration and operation. No compression in engine and only able to go 20 mph. White-Allen Honda made four attempts to solve the matter over the course of two... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 16, 2024
Incident date: Dec 16, 2024
vehicle fuel pump went out without any notice and fuel gauge and cluster not showing any data on the instrument cluster. vehicle loss power and would not go over 40mph on the freeway take over 5 minutes to reach 60 mph per hour. Always serviced at the Toyota dealer and they won't help to fix the pro... Read more
ENGINE Dec 16, 2024
Incident date: Dec 16, 2024
vehicle fuel pump went out without any notice and fuel gauge and cluster not showing any data on the instrument cluster. vehicle loss power and would not go over 40mph on the freeway take over 5 minutes to reach 60 mph per hour. Always serviced at the Toyota dealer and they won't help to fix the pro... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Dec 16, 2024
Incident date: Dec 14, 2024
defect includes issues with the electronic stability control (ESC) system and the electronic-brake control module (EBCM). These issues can cause the driveline protection system to activate unexpectedly. when i initiate gas after a stop the "stabilitrak" alarms and sometimes emergency brake initiate... Read more
ENGINE Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2023
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - Our call has stalled 3 times within a month. I looked online to see what could be the issue. It states there is a recall for a fuel pump issue but I looked online and it is saying our VIN isn't effec... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 18, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2023
SO FAR THE FRONT SUSPENSION MAKES A NOISE
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Nov 1, 2024
Incident date: Sep 12, 2024
Delamination of headlight units has left low beam use unsafe. Seeing more than 20-25ft ahead of vehicle is impossible at night. There was a class action suit for this issue but I was not notified and now the window for replacement had passed. This seems like it should have been a safety recall. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 1, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2023
The tailgate has opened randomly on about 4 or 5 occasions most recently the tailgate opened making a right turn while the horse trailer was connected to it and damaged the tailgate. It seems to open on right turns or when washed or been raining. The key is kept in the console and i always apply the... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 1, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2024
Unknown
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC May 20, 2024
Incident date: Feb 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact called another local dealer, Peak Kia (5077 S Wadsworth Wy,... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 13, 2024
Incident date: May 13, 2024
I was driving home and all error lights came on. When I got home, my ford app said transmission failure, awd failure, hill start failure and pre collision failure. All of these are necessary to not get in an accident. I called the ford dealer and brought the car in for diagnosis ($200). Ford called... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 29, 2024
Incident date: Apr 29, 2024
There is a clear goo dripping out of the radio screen. This radio screen controls everything in my vehicle air, heat navigation, emergency calls, etc. is safety issue as it jumps everywhere, calls 911. Changes Channels on its own turns on heat and ac on its own. This is a safely issue as it distract... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Apr 29, 2024
Incident date: Apr 29, 2024
In under 36 months failure of the front sensing camera disabled parking brake, traction control, emergency braking assistant, traction control, lane keeping assistance and lane departure warning
Carry Handle, Shell, Base Jan 26, 2024
Incident date: Mar 1, 2021
Car seat was in the driver's side captain's chair of a 2022 Toyota Highlander. Car seat was occupied by 3 month old female. Vehicle was stopped and rear ended near or at highway speed. Infant carrier detached from base (base stayed attached to the vehicle seat) and infant carrier went forward on to ... Read more
Crash
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Jan 20, 2022
Incident date: Dec 30, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the sunroof exploded, and fragments of glass fell inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and was diagnosed with needing the sunroof replaced. The vehicle was not repai... Read more
AIR BAGS Sep 7, 2021
Incident date: Aug 28, 2021
The contact owns a 2021Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle failed to stop while the brake pedal was depressed which resulted in the contact crashing into two parked vehicles where it eventually came to a stop after crashing into a curb. The contact ... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 7, 2021
Incident date: Aug 28, 2021
The contact owns a 2021Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle failed to stop while the brake pedal was depressed which resulted in the contact crashing into two parked vehicles where it eventually came to a stop after crashing into a curb. The contact ... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 15, 2021
Incident date: Jan 5, 2021
1. CAR WOULDN'T START. LEFT STRANDED WITHOUT VEHICLE. 2. CRUISE CONTROL TURNED OFF AND WOULD NEVER TURN BACK ON FOR THE DURATION OF MY 30 MINUTE DRIVE. 3. THE CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATED PAST THE SET LIMIT. IT WAS CHALLENGING TO GET IT TO STOP ACCELERATING. IT DIDN'T STOP RIGHT AWAY E... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Jan 15, 2021
Incident date: Jan 5, 2021
1. CAR WOULDN'T START. LEFT STRANDED WITHOUT VEHICLE. 2. CRUISE CONTROL TURNED OFF AND WOULD NEVER TURN BACK ON FOR THE DURATION OF MY 30 MINUTE DRIVE. 3. THE CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATED PAST THE SET LIMIT. IT WAS CHALLENGING TO GET IT TO STOP ACCELERATING. IT DIDN'T STOP RIGHT AWAY E... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jan 15, 2021
Incident date: Jan 5, 2021
1. CAR WOULDN'T START. LEFT STRANDED WITHOUT VEHICLE. 2. CRUISE CONTROL TURNED OFF AND WOULD NEVER TURN BACK ON FOR THE DURATION OF MY 30 MINUTE DRIVE. 3. THE CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATED PAST THE SET LIMIT. IT WAS CHALLENGING TO GET IT TO STOP ACCELERATING. IT DIDN'T STOP RIGHT AWAY E... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID

2021 Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Driver 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 15.5%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID

134 manufacturer communications from 81 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM21
350000 EQUIPMENT15
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING10
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL10
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL6
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING4
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.4
LSB006523 Dec 19, 2024
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
TT: Engine Oil Leak between the Lower Oil Pan and Crank Case
LSB006523 Dec 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TT: Engine Oil Leak between the Lower Oil Pan and Crank Case
T-SB-0064-18 Obs Mar 11, 2024
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 11, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0013-24.
T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-SB-0013-24 Mar 4, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature,
TSB010622 Feb 20, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used w
TSB010622 Feb 20, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used w
TSB010421 Feb 15, 2024
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, M20A-FKS, or M20A-FXS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message
TSB010421 Feb 15, 2024
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, M20A-FKS, or M20A-FXS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message
TSB010421 Feb 15, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, M20A-FKS, or M20A-FXS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message
TSB010421 Feb 15, 2024
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, M20A-FKS, or M20A-FXS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message
T-PANT-2024-001- Feb 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PANT: Toyota is pleased to announce to all field and dealer personnel that we have launched a new part number to the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) Program, effective February 1, 2024. This new H4 Battery will be phased in over tim
TSB008523A Nov 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2023 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit a hybrid system warning lamp occurring in below-freezing temperatures (below 32?F or 0?C). After performing a Health Check, one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (
TSB008523A Nov 17, 2023
119800 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2023 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit a hybrid system warning lamp occurring in below-freezing temperatures (below 32?F or 0?C). After performing a Health Check, one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (
TSB009223 Nov 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS or A25A-FXS engine may exhibit reduced engine power and/or a MIL ON condition
TSB008523 Nov 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2023 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit a hybrid system warning lamp occurring in below-freezing temperatures (below 32?F or 0?C). After performing a Health Check, one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (
T-TT-0678-21 Rev Oct 10, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TT: Some 19CY LG DCM equipped vehicles may not be able to complete the firmware update due to not having an active account or waived services during the trial. Follow the steps below to enable ?Temp DCM Activation?.
TTT073723 Aug 17, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TT: A very small percentage of customers experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assis
TTT073723 Aug 17, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
TT: A very small percentage of customers experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assis
T-SB-0047 Jul 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2019 model year Avalon Hybrid, 2018 ? 2019 Camry Hybrid, and 2019 ? 2021 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P019064 (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor ?A? Signal Plausibility Failure). T
T-SB-0047 Jul 10, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
TSB: Some 2019 model year Avalon Hybrid, 2018 ? 2019 Camry Hybrid, and 2019 ? 2021 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P019064 (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor ?A? Signal Plausibility Failure). T
TSB-0033-23 Jun 8, 2023
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2023 model year Highlander Hybrid and 2021 ? 2023 model year RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime, Sienna Hybrid, and Venza Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
TSB-0033-23 Jun 8, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2023 model year Highlander Hybrid and 2021 ? 2023 model year RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime, Sienna Hybrid, and Venza Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
22TE09 May 18, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DP: Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience.
22TE09 May 18, 2023
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
DP: Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience.
22TE05_Dealer Le Apr 6, 2023
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
DL: Although the roof rails are covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs rela
22TE05_Dealer Le Apr 6, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
DL: Although the roof rails are covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs rela
22TE05_Region Le Apr 6, 2023
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
RL: The specific condition covered by this program is roof rail water leaks from the roof rail mounting clips due to deterioration of the seal of the roof rail clips. If a water leak has been verified, the vehicle will be inspected and repa
22TE05_Region Le Apr 6, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
RL: The specific condition covered by this program is roof rail water leaks from the roof rail mounting clips due to deterioration of the seal of the roof rail clips. If a water leak has been verified, the vehicle will be inspected and repa
T-SB-0016-23 Apr 5, 2023
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2021 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid and 2021 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit water entry from one or more roof rail garnish clips. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0016-23 Apr 5, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2021 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid and 2021 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit water entry from one or more roof rail garnish clips. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0016-23 Apr 5, 2023
160100 STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2021 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid and 2021 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit water entry from one or more roof rail garnish clips. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address this condition.
23TE01 Dealer Pa Apr 5, 2023
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
DP: Although the high-pressure fuel pump is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 5 years or 60,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for
TTT071522 Feb 20, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
TT: Some 2019- 2023 RAV4 HV vehicles may duplicate an abnormal noise (Growl, Humming and/or other) from the Hybrid T/A and/or MGR at various vehicle speeds and normal drive conditions
22TE09 Dealer Pa Dec 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DP: Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience.
22TE09 Dealer Pa Dec 21, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
DP: Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience.
22TE09 Rav4 HV M Dec 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 22TE09 HV FLOOR UNDER WIRE HARNESS AND REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE CORROSION CERTAIN 2019 ?2022 MODEL YEAR RAV4 HYBRID AWD
22TE09 Rav4 HV M Dec 21, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 22TE09 HV FLOOR UNDER WIRE HARNESS AND REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE CORROSION CERTAIN 2019 ?2022 MODEL YEAR RAV4 HYBRID AWD
T-SB-0026-22 Obs Dec 21, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE December 21, 2022: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-CP-22TE09-A510-D.
T-TT-0611-20 Rev Dec 19, 2022
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to
T-TT-0672-21 Rev Dec 17, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: Some 2021-2022 TMMK built vehicles with A25A-FKS/FXS engines may exhibit an oil leak from the No.2 Oil Pan. This issue is currently under investigation
T-TT-0672-21 Rev Dec 17, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some 2021-2022 TMMK built vehicles with A25A-FKS/FXS engines may exhibit an oil leak from the No.2 Oil Pan. This issue is currently under investigation
T-TT-0678-21 Rev Dec 15, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some 19CY LG DCM equipped vehicles may not be able to complete the firmware update due to not having an active account or waived services during the trial. Follow the steps below to enable ?Temp DCM Activation?.
T-SB-0106-22 Dec 7, 2022
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used
T-SB-0001-22 Rev Dec 4, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2023 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brakes with light to moderate braking. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition
22TC05 Dealer Pa Aug 29, 2022
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
DP: The subject vehicles may have been equipped with an engine containing an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent. If the engine is equipped with an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent, the vehicle may release crankcase emi
22TC05 Dealer Pa Aug 23, 2022
061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
DP: The subject vehicles may have been equipped with an engine containing an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent. If the engine is equipped with an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent, the vehicle may not comply with certa
22TC05 Technical Aug 17, 2022
061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC05 Crankcase Case Vent
22TC05 Dealer Pa Aug 11, 2022
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
DP: The subject vehicles may have been equipped with an engine containing an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent. If the engine is equipped with an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent, the vehicle may not comply with certa
22TC05 Region Le Aug 10, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
RL: The subject vehicles may have been equipped with an engine containing an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent. If the engine is equipped with an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent, the vehicle may not comply with certa
22TC05 Region Le Aug 10, 2022
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
RL: The subject vehicles may have been equipped with an engine containing an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent. If the engine is equipped with an incorrectly manufactured Crankcase Case Vent, the vehicle may not comply with certa
22TC05 Technical Aug 10, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC05
T-TT-0694-22 Rev Aug 10, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: After jump-starting, the vehicle may experience a no-start condition and multiple DTCs including U010087. Upon investigation, it is found that the engine ECU has been damaged and needs to be replaced (Fig 1). In several cases, it was fo
T-TT-0703-22 Aug 5, 2022
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TT: Vehicles listed above equipped with a Denso Ten radio (Entune Audio Plus or Premium Audio) may exhibit a condition in which the radio screen continues to show a Bluetooth phone call in progress after the call has ended. This condition h
T-TT-0668-21 Rev Jul 21, 2022
220000 SEATS
TT: Some vehicles may exhibit seat memory switch function inoperative condition if the Seating Position Control ECU is not initialized. The Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) bulletin (link below) instructs technicians to perform this initializ
T-TT-0668-21 Rev Jul 21, 2022
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
TT: Some vehicles may exhibit seat memory switch function inoperative condition if the Seating Position Control ECU is not initialized. The Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) bulletin (link below) instructs technicians to perform this initializ
T-TT-0700-22 Jul 15, 2022
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TT: This condition is currently under investigation. Applicable vehicles are those with one or both DTC's listed and / or static or distortion heard while listening to AM Radio stations when in gears other than Park (P). Please confirm the
TTT069922 Jul 8, 2022
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
TT: Some Model Year 2018-2021 vehicles equipped with A25A-FKS/FXS or M20A-FKS/FXS engines may display the following message ?Engine Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer? on the combination meter.
TSB001221Rev2 Jun 14, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and
TSB008921Rev2 Jun 7, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED
TSB008921Rev2 Jun 7, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED
TSB008921Rev2 Jun 7, 2022
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED
T-SB-0110-20 Rev May 31, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while
T-SB-0110-20 Rev May 31, 2022
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while
T-TT-0611-20 Rev May 27, 2022
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to
TSB009421Rev1 May 26, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur
TTT069522 May 13, 2022
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
TT: To improve customer support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center.
TSB004722 May 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2019 model year Avalon Hybrid, 2018 ? 2019 Camry Hybrid, and 2019 ? 2021 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P019064 (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor ?A? Signal Plausibility Failure). T
T-TT-0694-22 Apr 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: After jump-starting, the vehicle may experience a no-start condition and multiple DTCs including U010087. Upon investigation, it is found that the engine ECU has been damaged and needs to be replaced (Fig 1). In several cases, it was fo
TSB002622 Mar 23, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2021 model year RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored: ?P0AA649 (Hybrid/EV Battery Voltage System Isolation Internal Electronic Failur
TSB002622 Mar 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2021 model year RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored: ?P0AA649 (Hybrid/EV Battery Voltage System Isolation Internal Electronic Failur
T-SB-0007-22 Feb 7, 2022
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year TMMC and TMMK built RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit damp carpeting in the front floor area. This may be due a condition in which the inside of the HVAC drain cooler hose is obstructed with plastic.
T-SB-0003-22 Jan 28, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
TSB This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year El
T-TT-0593-20 Rev Jan 20, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Some customers may experience the inability to activate Remote Connect or Remote Connect becoming inoperative when attempting to send commands to the vehicle. To simplify the diagnosis of this system and prevent the unnecessary replacem
T-TT-0593-20 Rev Jan 20, 2022
118310 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE
TT: Some customers may experience the inability to activate Remote Connect or Remote Connect becoming inoperative when attempting to send commands to the vehicle. To simplify the diagnosis of this system and prevent the unnecessary replacem
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: 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 near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: 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 near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: 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 near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
T-TT-0678-21 Dec 20, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Some 19CY LG DCM equipped vehicles may not be able to complete the firmware update due to not having an active account or waived services during the trial. Follow the steps below to enable ?Temp DCM Activation?.
T-TT-0678-21 Dec 20, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some 19CY LG DCM equipped vehicles may not be able to complete the firmware update due to not having an active account or waived services during the trial. Follow the steps below to enable ?Temp DCM Activation?.
T-SB-0104-21 Dec 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, or M20A-FKS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/Discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message on the Mu
T-SB-0104-21 Dec 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, or M20A-FKS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/Discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message on the Mu
T-SB-0104-21 Dec 17, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, or M20A-FKS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/Discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message on the Mu
T-SB-0094-21 Nov 23, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur
T-SB-0019-21 Rev Nov 12, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1186) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?WiFi intermittently inoperative. ?DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) B15DB present. ?Changing the Auto Re
TTT067221 Oct 29, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: Some 2021-2022 TMMK built vehicles with A25A-FKS/FXS engines may exhibit an oil leak from the No.2 Oil Pan. This issue is currently under investigation.
T-SB-0089-21 Oct 14, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED
T-SB-0095-20 Obs Oct 14, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE October 14, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0089-21.
T-TT-0668-21 Oct 5, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
TT: Some vehicles may exhibit seat memory switch function inoperative condition if the Seating Position Control ECU is not initialized. The Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) bulletin (link below) instructs technicians to perform this initializ
T-TT-0668-21 Oct 5, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Some vehicles may exhibit seat memory switch function inoperative condition if the Seating Position Control ECU is not initialized. The Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) bulletin (link below) instructs technicians to perform this initializ
T-TT-0668-21 Oct 5, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some vehicles may exhibit seat memory switch function inoperative condition if the Seating Position Control ECU is not initialized. The Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) bulletin (link below) instructs technicians to perform this initializ
T-TT-0666-21 Oct 1, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
TT: **Puerto Rico Only** Customer states hearing a loud clunk/abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle when going over bumps.
T-SB-0084-21 Sep 27, 2021
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid, and 2021 ? 2022 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit a sloshing or splashing noise from inside one or more door panels when driving, opening and/or closing a door, and/or braking.
T-SB-0084-21 Sep 27, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid, and 2021 ? 2022 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit a sloshing or splashing noise from inside one or more door panels when driving, opening and/or closing a door, and/or braking.
T-SB-0019-21 Rev Jul 9, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1186) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?WiFi intermittently inoperative. ?DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) B15DB present. ?Changing the Auto Re
20TE06_Dealer Pa Jul 7, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
DP: Toyota has received customer reports of certain 2021 model year RAV4 HV vehicle fuel gauges displaying less than full and/or total fuel dispensed is less than expected, when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Some customer report
20TE06_Dealer Pa Jul 7, 2021
117200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE
DP: Toyota has received customer reports of certain 2021 model year RAV4 HV vehicle fuel gauges displaying less than full and/or total fuel dispensed is less than expected, when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Some customer report
T-SB-0034-21 May 27, 2021
190000 TIRES
TSB During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires r
T-SB-0034-21 May 27, 2021
200000 WHEELS
TSB During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires r

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TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID across all model years (2017–2025).

17 Total Recalls
139 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
13 Reported Crashes
3 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID — Year by Year

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2022 2 8 View
2021 (current) 1 26
2020 5 15 View
2019 3 22 View
2018 0 20 View
2017 1 21 View

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