2021 TOYOTA RAV4

1 recalls, 506 complaints - 248 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

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

506 total complaints 40 crashes 13 fires 47 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	72
ENGINE	63
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	59
POWER TRAIN	38
SERVICE BRAKES	30
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	27
STEERING	27
VISIBILITY/WIPER	19
STRUCTURE:BODY	18
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	13

Incident date: Dec 20, 2023

I have been unable to get my vehicle inspected and repaired by a dealer despite months of waiting and asking two different Toyota dealers to order the necessary part or parts. This recall has been in place for years. For several years I was told it was only being done in certain states and that N... Read more

Incident date: Jun 23, 2025

What component or system failed, and is it available for inspection? The roof/water sealing system failed, allowing water to enter the vehicle interior. It is available for inspection upon request. How was safety put at risk? Water intrusion through the roof caused visible mold growth, interior dete... Read more

Incident date: Jun 19, 2026

The front driver-side door lock and opener (actuator) stopped working using the key fob and needs to be manually locked from the inside. When I try to access the door after manually locking driver side and using my key fob for the remaining 3 locks, the unit won't automatically open. This causes a... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while at a stop sign and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into the rear passenger's side of a Semi Truck. Both the AEB and the IAEB failed to engage during the incident. The vehicle sustained sev... Read more

Crash 2 injured

Incident date: May 22, 2026

The infotainment center in this 2022 Honda Accord has some sort of problem where the system constantly is changing itself from screen to screen and is constantly beeping. It is a significant distraction when driving and creates a hazardous situation. Although it is a known problem by Honda because t... Read more

Incident date: Jun 2, 2026

I was driving at night and my passenger headlights went out. About 2 years prior the same thing happened but it was the driver side headlight that went out. It was $1100 to get the driver side replaced and now here i am having to pay the same amount to replace the passenger side headlights. It was n... Read more

Incident date: Dec 27, 2023

The contact owns a 2021 Kia Soul. The contact stated while at a light the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was dete... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly and failed to exceed 50 MPH on several occasions. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the message " Reduced Acceleration - Drive With Care" was displayed. The vehicle was taken... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

Incident date: May 26, 2026

Tesla 2026 Model Y was involved in a severe motor vehicle accident directly caused by a critical software and/or hardware malfunction of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. At the time of the incident, the vehicle’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software suite was actively engaged and drivi... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Dec 31, 1969

Car makes a whining noise Toyota Pinellas park said it was normal but the transmission is jolting/slipping not accelerating vs the first test drive. Both cv axles were bad tires were bald when sold to me tps sensors were bad. Had to get a new set of tires and paid the Toyota for work on the vehicle

Incident date: Dec 31, 1969

Sudden transmission issues, no warnings. Ford Explorer 2020 XLT, had sporadic issues while driving on the highway, decided not to take it to pick up my children a few hours away after sudden jerking and revving high RPM's on the highway, proceeded to take backroads home. Following day, only issue in... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

Purchased my 2014 Jetta TDI SportWagen DSG used with 60k miles in 2017 from a Subaru dealership. It was purchased at auction by the dealership as reported at auction known to be an unmodified dieselgate vehicle. The dealership performed the modifications to bring it into emissions compliance and s... Read more

Incident date: May 7, 2026

The issue involves the vehicle’s drivetrain and hybrid/electronic control system, where the car suddenly jerked forward in stop-and-go traffic on the freeway as if it had been struck from behind. Immediately following this event, the vehicle would not accelerate beyond approximately 40 mph, indica... Read more

Incident date: May 7, 2026

Incident date: Apr 24, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after multiple attempts without warning. The contact attempted to jumpstart the vehicle using multiple methods but to no avail. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to a dealer where they discovered that th... Read more

Incident date: Apr 30, 2026

This Ford Escape has had numerous issues with coolant leaks leading to total engine failure on October 2025. The vehicle is unrepairable with the turbo being damaged and is no longer on the road

Incident date: Apr 1, 2026

I am writing to file a formal vehicle safety complaint regarding recurring, dangerous, and complete electrical system failures in my Hyundai Palisade. These failures have rendered the vehicle undriveable on multiple occasions, created a direct safety hazard for my family — including a young child ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2026

While driving at highway speeds on the interstate, the B-pillar exterior trim suddenly detached from the vehicle. The trim remained tethered only by the keypad wiring, causing it to flail in the wind and create an immediate road hazard. Simultaneously, the vehicle’s instrument cluster triggered a ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2026

Purchased a used 2022 Audi E-Tron GT with an open NHTSA safety recall for high-voltage battery fire risk (Recall 24V726 / Audi 931A). The recall remedy had not been performed at time of purchase. The selling dealer completed a pre-delivery inspection two weeks prior to sale with full knowledge of th... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2025

The vehicle will randomly shut off while driving. A message will appear stating "Check the Starting System" Attempts to restart the engine are unsuccessful. The engine will start, stall after about 2 seconds and the message "Check Starting System" will display. The first time it happened, I was turn... Read more

Incident date: Mar 30, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated while there were no objects or persons in front of the vehicle. The failure reoccurred on several occasions. The Forward Collision Avoidance warni... Read more

Incident date: Apr 16, 2026

The trim on both A pillar and B pillar are coming off. When I spoke with Ford about a year ago they informed me of one recall with another coming. One of the trip pieces broke off in an automatic car wash. I was able to go back and get it, but have cut my hand on door multiple times as this is the d... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2026

Master cylinder failure at 15,000 miles on 4/13/2026 Safety risk of Potential brake system failure. Taken to dealership on 4/13/2026, as of today 4/16/2026, master cylinder has been replaced but now the vehicle is rejecting the part, per the dealership. ABS light and brake light illuminated at the... Read more

Incident date: Apr 15, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that several years ago, the ABS and ESC warning lights illuminated. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, when the dealer was contacted, the contact was informed that the ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 7, 2026

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds on four occasions. During the first occasion, the vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and it was determin... Read more

Incident date: Feb 20, 2026

Experiencing ghost touches in the information screen display, with items being selected without anyone selecting them, it has started happening out of the blue this year.

Incident date: Feb 26, 2025

The truck had been parked in our driveway for approximately 24 hrs when my wife went to the drivers side door to retrieve something that she had left in the center console. After she retrieved what she was looking for she pushed the door closed and the rear window spontaneously and completely shatt... Read more

Incident date: Feb 17, 2026

The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the traction control warning light was illuminated. The check engine warning lig... Read more

Incident date: Mar 25, 2026

AWD functionality of car broken. Had to get traction motor replaced.

Incident date: Dec 1, 2024

Driving down the Interstate 35 in Tarrant County, Texas. Engine locked up. Towed to dealership. Dealership determined that engine is locked up. Had dealership verify oil level was okay and they confirmed that it was. Oil had been services two weeks ago. Engine is a 6.2 L but not the L87 block.... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2024

Rear middle seatbelt sensor keeps going off when driving.

Incident date: Dec 1, 2024

My Toyota hybrid AWD vehicle experienced corrosion of the rear traction motor cable, which Toyota has acknowledged in Service Campaign 25TD01. This corrosion affects the electrical connection to the rear drive motor and can result in loss of AWD propulsion capability. Loss of rear-wheel propulsion s... Read more

Incident date: Feb 17, 2026

Issue 1: After several recalls - the battery issue still remains. Often not kicking in and leaving a power deficit (loss of motive power). The gap is short, but when low speed on battery and you push the accellerator to merge/turn, etc. and there is a delay - it can cause an accident. Issue 2: The ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 5, 2026

The contact owns a 2013 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered abnormally. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the lower control arm needed to be repla... Read more

Incident date: Feb 24, 2026

On March 1, 2026, while driving at normal roadway speed on a double yellow-lined road, my 2024 Genesis GV60 Advance displayed a "Check Electric Vehicle System" warning. With less than one minute of the warning appearing, the vehicle lost propulsion and rolled to a stop. I was able to steer into a pa... Read more

Incident date: Mar 2, 2026

The vehicle experiences a sudden and complete loss of power while driving. Specifically, the vehicle loses the ability to accelerate. During these incidents, the battery indicator shows critically low battery levels despite there being sufficient gasoline in the vehicle. The exact component causing ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 23, 2026

Summary of Reported Behaviors Lurching: Commonly reported, often deemed a software/adaptive issue. Brake Issues: Commonly reported, often attributed to pad-to-rotor deposits, or in some cases, the recalled ABS module. I started my car in my work parking lot. When I put into Drive the car lurched fo... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Feb 3, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact stated the display screen was blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on b... Read more

Incident date: Feb 11, 2026

I am writing to formally report a series of catastrophic and life-threatening mechanical and electronic failures in my 2025 Ford Explorer Active (VIN: [XXX] ]), purchased in Bogotá, Colombia. Despite immediately notifying the Ford Post-Sales Support Line after the first incident, the technical res... Read more

Incident date: Feb 11, 2026

COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE I HAVE HAD THIS SENSOR THAT MAKES MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAY ON 3 SEPARATE TIMES! THIS NEEDS TO BE RE CALLED I SEE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS WITH THE SAME CONCERN

Incident date: Jan 15, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that there was a strong chemical odor coming from the seats. The contact had experienced headaches, burning eyes, respiratory issues, and inflamed lungs. The contact stated that he had temporarily stopped driving the vehicle, and upon dr... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Dec 8, 2025

I paid almost 3,500 dollars and Kia kept my car two months and I’m still having transmission issues and now they are asking for service receipts. After I picked up my vehicle from the original transmission repair I was back in less than 7 days because transmission was roughly jumping in gear and s... Read more

Incident date: Dec 8, 2025

The vehicle has experienced repeated electrical and engine-related malfunctions, including random engine shutdowns while driving and random no-start conditions. The thermostat and cooling system failed and were replaced in 2024. Multiple sensors have failed. The braking system remains noisy even aft... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jan 19, 2026

During a cold spell in my city my brand new Honda Crv Hybrid had difficulty starting and major warning signal appeared on the dash. We took it to the dealer of purchase but they are giving us difficulties replacing the low voltage battery that doesn't work in this climate! When looked up reviews on ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 19, 2026

Cabin coolant heater failed. Windshield would not properly defrost. This was recalled in our same model year with production dates through August 31 and our truck was produced on October 2.

Incident date: Jan 19, 2026

Cabin coolant heater failed. Windshield would not properly defrost. This was recalled in our same model year with production dates through August 31 and our truck was produced on October 2.

Incident date: Dec 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac XLR. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an abnormal sound like a shotgun being fired overhead. The contact pulled over and observed that the retractable fiberglass roof panel had detached from the frame of the vehicle. The contact s... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2021 TOYOTA RAV4

2021 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD

Category	Rating
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

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Standard

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

EPA Fuel Economy, 2021 TOYOTA RAV4

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (S8) (Front-Wheel Drive)	27.0	35.0	30.0	Regular	$2,100
2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (S8) (Front-Wheel Drive)	28.0	35.0	30.0	Regular	$2,100

CO2 Emissions: 296.0 g/mile (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 TOYOTA RAV4

248 manufacturer communications from 129 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	32
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	28
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	19
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	11
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION	9
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	9
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	8
160000 STRUCTURE	8

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TT: Engine Oil Leak between the Lower Oil Pan and Crank Case

063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

TT: Engine Oil Leak between the Lower Oil Pan and Crank Case

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.

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,

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.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 22TE09 HV FLOOR UNDER WIRE HARNESS AND REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE CORROSION CERTAIN 2021 ? 2022 MODEL YEAR RAV4 PRIME

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 2021 ? 2022 MODEL YEAR RAV4 PRIME

100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

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.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TSB: Some 2021 ? 2022 model year Avalon, 2018 ? 2024 Camry, and 2019 ? 2024 RAV4 vehicles with A25A-FKS engines may have a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) upon cold soak start up with engin

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

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

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

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2020-2022 vehicles equipped with North American Produced (NAP) A25A-FKS/FXS engines may experience an oil leak from the head/valve cover gasket. This issue is currently under investigation.

186000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE

TSB: Some 2021 model year Avalon, 2020 ? 2022 model year Camry, and 2019 ? 2022 model year RAV4 vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS engine may exhibit reduced engine power and/or a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following throttle

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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?.

183000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

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 (Amendment)

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 (Amendment)

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year Highlander and RAV4 vehicles, and 2022 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with a start/stop switch may exhibit water entry to the vehicle from the HVAC drain hose being disconnected from the air conditionin

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repair

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

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

140000 AIR BAGS

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

OBSOLETE NOTICE August 17, 2023: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

OBSOLETE NOTICE August 17, 2023: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete

280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

TT: This issue is currently under investigation. Please create TAS case and attach a store all health check. Please contact TAS for further instructions. If it is a weekend or a holiday, continue with diagnosis and repair. Please save all p

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some 2021 - 2023 Highlander HV, RAV4 HV and Sienna HV vehicles equipped with Rear Motor Generator, MGR (Q610), may duplicate an abnormal noise (Drone, Growl, Humming, and/or other) from the MGR at various vehicle speeds and normal drive

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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)

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

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

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.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

160100 STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

TSB: Some 2021 ? 2022 model year Corolla and Corolla Hatchback and 2021 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a Parking Brake Malfunction warning message on the Multi-information Display (MID) with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C059746 (Brak

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

050000 PARKING BRAKE

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

050000 PARKING BRAKE

061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

TT: Some Model Year 2018-2023 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

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some 19-21MY RAV4 Japan produced vehicles in Puerto Rico only exhibit a squeak type noise from the front suspension over bumps. Japan produced vehicles can be identified by VINs beginning with J.

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

TT: Some 19-21MY RAV4 Japan produced vehicles in Puerto Rico only exhibit a squeak type noise from the front suspension over bumps. Japan produced vehicles can be identified by VINs beginning with J.

020000 SUSPENSION

TT: Some 19-21MY RAV4 Japan produced vehicles in Puerto Rico only exhibit a squeak type noise from the front suspension over bumps. Japan produced vehicles can be identified by VINs beginning with J.

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TSB: Some 2019 ? 2021 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid and 2021 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the sliding roof assembly when it is in the tilted open position while driving over a bumpy road. Follow the Repai

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2021 to 2023 MY vehicles equipped Rear Motor Generator, MGR (Q610) may experience an oil leak concern. This issue is currently under investigation

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: ?P0087/P008700 ? Fuel Rail/System Pressure ? Too Low ?P107A2A ? Fuel Rail Pressure

100000 POWER TRAIN

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2020-2022 vehicles equipped with North American Produced (NAP) A25A-FKS/FXS engines may experience an oil leak from the head/valve cover gasket. This issue is currently under investigation.

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

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

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

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

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

119810 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU)

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.

140000 AIR BAGS

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TT: Some Model Year 2018-2022 vehicles equipped with A25A-FKS or A25A-FXS engines may experience a MIL ON condition with the following DTCs: P043F00, P043E00, P24007E, P24007F, P24187E

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some Model Year 2018-2022 vehicles equipped with A25A-FKS or A25A-FXS engines may experience a MIL ON condition with the following DTCs: P043F00, P043E00, P24007E, P24007F, P24187E

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

061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC05 Crankcase Case Vent

063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

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

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC05

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: Some 2020-2022 vehicles equipped with North American Produced (NAP) A25A-FKS/FXS engines may experience an oil leak from the head/valve cover gasket. This issue is currently under investigation.

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

220000 SEATS

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.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This condition may occur when the vehicle is operated at high altitude and high temperatures; typically, above 3,300 feet (1,000 meters) and at ambient temperatures above 85?F (30?C). The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Co

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: ?P0087/P008700: Fuel Rail/System Pressure ? Too Low ?P107A2A: Fuel Rail Pressure Se

100000 POWER TRAIN

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

160000 STRUCTURE

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

115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

350000 EQUIPMENT

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an FKS engine

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA RAV4

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2013

Battery Hold Down Bracket Thermal Events

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to understand the contributing factors and frequency of vehicle fires originating from the battery region of the engine compartment in Model Year (MY) 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 vehicles on 25 February 2021. At the time of ope... ning, ODI attributed eleven allegations and additional EWR events to this PE. PE21005 focused on replacement batteries installed in the subject vehicles. No reported fire event identified in PE21005 involved the originally supplied 12V battery. The reported fires took place in vehicles known to contain aftermarket batteries or whose age exceeded the expected life of the original equipment battery. ODI identified battery dimensioning as it relates to the battery retention system (hold down bracket, radiator support bolt, J-hook, and battery tray) as the main factor set in the contact between the battery hold down bracket contacting the positive terminal of the 12V battery. The subject vehicles carried over the same battery tray and retention system from the prior generation (MY2006 – MY2012) of RAV4 vehicles. However, the subject vehicles were equipped with a dimensionally smaller battery (Group 35) than the prior generation (Group 24F). The smaller- length measurement in the Group 35 battery size in a battery tray originally designed to fit a Group 24F battery contributed to increased potential for battery movement which was exacerbated by the diversity in aftermarket battery configuration and irregularities intrinsic to battery replacement procedures. Battery movement coupled with the proximity of the B+ terminal on the battery and the grounded electrically conductive hold down bracket set the stage for a short to ground leading to an engine stall (if in operation) followed by a vehicle fire. This investigation was not able to classify the installation status, battery size, or cause of every allegation due to the fire event causing damage to the area, inaccessible vehicle, modification to the battery retention system after the event, and/or inconclusive photographic evidence. Toyota's investigation of the issue identified aftermarket battery catalogs that listed an improper battery replacement size (Group 26R) that would nevertheless fit into the subject vehicles whose battery retention system is incapable of reliably restraining a Group 26R battery. On 18 November 2021, Toyota initiated a consumer advisory campaign (21TG01) to the subject vehicle owners, notifying them of the correct size battery and offering a free inspection of the battery and retention hardware, a caution label to affix to the hold down bracket, and a discounted replacement 12V battery. This investigation with Toyota established three broad categories to characterize the battery retention system state of a given vehicle: "correct", "minor mis-installation", and "major mis-installation". - The "correct" terminology references the front bolt, bracket, and J-hook installed in a position not in contact with the positive battery terminal and the front bolt torqued to 17 Nm and the J-hook engaged with the tray hole and torqued to 4.9 Nm. - A "minor mis-installation" would describe the three retention components installed in the prescribed location, however not to the correct torque values. - The "major mis-installation" condition would constitute a retention component missing or disconnected from the system. Toyota's own testing used five exemplar batteries installed on a subject vehicle in each battery categorization resulted in: - Contact between the B+ terminal and hold down bracket in "major mis-installations" - Movement of the battery in "minor mis-installations" - No observable motion in "correct" installations. ODI conducted its own evaluation of the Toyota- specified replacement battery and 5 aftermarket Group 35 batteries. The six batteries tested conformed to the Group 35 Battery Council International (BCI) standard on overall dimensional tolerance and terminal location. That standard does not define the edge shape or material of battery casing. Physical interaction between the hold down bracket and the battery case and the friction between the casing material and the battery tray resulted in a large variability in movement forces required to incite movement when the battery was installed in the "correct" condition. Resulting in movement at an induced lateral load between 0.6 G and 1.91 G equivalent force across each battery. This force is higher than a typical vehicle could exert in a steady state turn and would only experience loads through brief shock or impulses. Multiple shock or impulse loads across time would contribute to a delay between the replacement battery installation and the fire event. Likelihood of a fire event increases as the installation method degraded from the "correct", to "minor mis-installation", and then to "major mis-installation". Protruding vent caps atop some of the batteries tested aided in restricting battery movement relative to the hold down. An absence of vent caps permitted additional movement. Following several discussions and vehicle inspections with ODI during this investigation, on 01 November 2023, Toyota filed a safety recall (NHTSA 23V-734) of 1,853,568 MY 2013 through MY 2018 Toyota RAV4 vehicles to reduce the risk of a vehicle fire with redesigned battery retention components. To review the ODI reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.Read more

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2006

Rear Suspension Arm Assembly Failure

In a letter dated August 1, 2012 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) submitted a Defect Information Report (NHTSA Recall No. 12V-373) to the NHTSA identifying a safety defect regarding possible separation of the Rear Suspension Arm No. 1 Assembly (arm) at the thread... ed portion (shaft and turn buckle) of the component in MY 2006 through MY 2011 Toyota RAV4 vehicles built from October 2005 through September 2010 and in MY 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured from July 2009 through August 2010.According to Toyota, if the adjustment nuts for the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened when alignment is performed in service, backlash may develop at the threaded portion of the arm, followed by rust formation.The threads may then wear causing the arm to separate, which may result in a loss of vehicle control.In analysis of both Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) data submitted to the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) and consumer complaint data submitted to Toyota, ODI identified 131 non-duplicative reports alleging failure of the subject rear suspension arm (Note:some of the complaints and related service records refer to the arm as a rear tie rod).Six of the complainants allege the failure resulted in some loss of vehicle control.For purposes of this analysis, loss of control events involve alleged complete or partial departure from the intended lane of travel.An additional four complaints reported difficulty maintaining control of the vehicle when the arm failed.Recalled vehicles will be inspected for proper torque of the adjustment nuts and replaced as necessary.In addition, Toyota will take several actions to reduce the potential for improper torque in future alignment procedures.This includes:(1) providing proper tightening sequence and torque specification information to two major wheel alignment equipment manufacturers, who would disseminate the information to alignment shops using their equipment; (2) installation of a clip on each arm with an instructional label showing proper tightening sequence and torque specification (the clip must be removed to perform a wheel alignment); (3) installation of additional labels on the front and back vertical surfaces of the Rear Suspension Arm No. 2 assemblies; and (4) providing an instruction booklet to owners to place in the glove box.This investigation is closed.Read more

TOYOTA RAV4 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA RAV4 across all model years (1996, 2025).

149 Total Recalls

12,082 Total Complaints

2 Investigations

1,060 Reported Crashes

359 Reported Fires

11 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA RAV4 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2025	3	104	View
2024	3	251	View
2023	3	247	View
2022	1	209	View
2021 (current)	1	506
2020	6	795	View
2019	7	1,172	View
2018	3	439	View
2017	3	408	View
2016	3	291	View
2015	4	399	View
2014	4	275	View
2013	2	330	View
2012	5	357	View
2011	11	402	View
2010	14	498	View
2009	15	397	View
2008	14	708	View
2007	14	1,240	View
2006	11	880	View
2005	5	168	View
2004	2	182	View
2003	0	392	View
2002	0	682	View
2001	0	418	View
2000	3	34	View
1999	5	75	View
1998	5	92	View
1997	1	61	View
1996	1	54	View
1995	0	1	View
1994	0	4	View

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Model	Recalls	Complaints
TUNDRA	787	9,074	View
HIGHLANDER	677	6,756	View
CROWN	548	141	View
TACOMA	406	10,562	View
VENZA	404	969	View
GRAND HIGHLANDER	388	332	View
PRIUS	365	15,456	View
HIGHLANDER HYBRID	355	1,103	View

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