Toyota RAV4 Front Seat Brackets Welded Improperly high
Some 2025 RAV4s have front seat brackets on the seat rails that may not be welded correctly.
Toyota RAV4 recalls
17 recalls covering model years 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — a recall may apply only to some vehicles of a given year.
- 17 recalls
- 11 rated high or critical
- 2,811 owner complaints
- Apr 22, 2026 newest recall
Toyota, Lexus and Subaru rearview camera may freeze medium
Toyota is recalling certain 2022 through 2026 Toyota and Lexus vehicles and the Subaru Solterra that have the Panoramic View Monitor camera system. Models include RAV4, Highlander, Prius, Sienna Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Mirai, bZ4X and the Lexus NX and TX Hybrid. A software error can cause the backup camera picture to freeze or go blank when the car is in reverse, so these vehicles do not meet the federal rear visibility standard.
Toyota Instrument Panel May Fail To Show Warnings high
A software error in the instrument panel can occur when the vehicle starts up. Because of this, the panel may fail to show the vehicle's speed, brake system warning, and tire pressure warning lights. This is happening on a range of Toyota models covered by this recall. The recall is being carried out in phases, with owner notification letters sent out in stages, and additional letters expected in the future.
Toyota RAV4: Loose Front Brake and Wheel Bolts high
Some bolts that hold the front brake caliper and wheel bearing in place may be loose. A loose bolt can damage a brake hose, causing a fluid leak that reduces braking performance, or it can let a wheel come loose from the vehicle. Either problem raises the chance of a crash.
Toyota, Lexus airbag sensor may block deployment high
On certain Toyota and Lexus models, a short circuit can develop in the sensor that detects who is sitting in the front passenger seat, called the occupant classification sensor. If this happens, it can prevent the front passenger airbag from deploying in a crash.
Toyota RAV4 Replacement Battery Can Short Circuit critical
Some replacement 12-volt batteries don't fit properly in the battery tray on certain RAV4 vehicles. Because the battery doesn't fit correctly, it can move around inside the tray and come into contact with the metal hold-down bracket. That contact between the battery and the bracket can cause a short circuit.
Toyota RAV4 Tire Valve Stems May Leak Air high
Gulf States Toyota is recalling certain 2023 Toyota RAV4 vehicles equipped with 17-inch black alloy accessory wheels. During the installation of these wheels, the tire valve stem may have been installed incorrectly or damaged. In addition, the label that shows the vehicle's load carrying capacity may list the wrong weight for these vehicles. Because of these issues, the vehicles don't meet a federal tire and rim safety standard.
Toyota RAV4 passenger seat sensor may misread occupants medium
Toyota is recalling certain RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid and RAV4 Prime vehicles. Parts inside the front passenger seat may press against each other, which can keep the seat's occupant sensor from correctly recognizing who is sitting there. As a result, these vehicles do not meet the federal safety standard for crash protection. Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and repair it if repairs are needed.
Toyota Avalon and RAV4 driver airbag may underperform high
Toyota is recalling certain Toyota Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Small pins inside the steering column, which are meant to break away and absorb energy in a crash to help reduce injury, may have been damaged while the vehicles were being built. That damage could affect how the driver's airbag performs in a crash, so these vehicles do not meet the federal safety standard covering occupant crash protection.
Toyota and Lexus fuel pumps may fail, stalling engine high
Toyota is recalling a large number of Toyota and Lexus vehicles from the 2017 through 2020 model years, including Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Highlander, Tacoma, Tundra, Sienna and many Lexus models. The low-pressure fuel pump, which sits inside the fuel tank and sends gasoline to the engine, may fail. If it fails, the engine can stall while you are driving. This recall expands an earlier recall covering the same fuel pump problem.
Toyota RAV4 Electric Power Steering Water Damage high
Toyota is recalling certain RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Water may enter through the cover on the steering gear box. If water gets inside, it can cause the vehicle to lose its electric power steering assist, meaning the steering no longer gets that extra powered help.
Toyota RAV4: Front Suspension Arm May Crack high
Toyota is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. The front lower suspension arms may develop cracks. If a crack progresses far enough, the suspension arm may separate from the front wheel assembly. This affects the parts that connect the front wheels to the rest of the vehicle's suspension.
Toyota Camry and RAV4 engines may leak coolant critical
Tiny flaws in the engine casting may develop into cracks over time. These cracks can let engine coolant leak, either inside the engine or outside of it. A coolant leak can cause the engine to overheat, and in gasoline-only vehicles this can make the engine stall while driving. The engine may also suffer mechanical damage, which could lead to an oil leak.
Toyota RAV4 back-up camera may not turn on medium
Toyota is recalling certain 2019 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. A damaged electrical connector can keep the back-up camera from turning on when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. Because the camera view may not appear, these vehicles do not meet the federal rule covering rearview mirrors and cameras. Dealers will inspect the back-up camera system and, if needed, replace the audio display unit at no cost. The recall began September 27, 2019, and Toyota calls it recall K0N.
Toyota Floor Mat Label May Be Wrong low
Certain Toyota vehicles with factory-installed floor mats have a load-carrying capacity label that may show incorrect information, so these vehicles do not meet a federal safety standard for tire and rim selection. An incorrect label could lead someone to unintentionally overload the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. The distributor will provide a corrected label to place over the wrong one, free of charge.
Toyota load capacity label may become unreadable low
Gulf States Toyota is recalling certain 2019 Toyota vehicles because of a problem with the load capacity label. The printing on the label, which shows how much weight the vehicle can carry, may become impossible to read. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet the federal rule covering tire selection and rims. Dealers will give owners a corrected load carrying capacity label to replace the one that cannot be read.
Toyota and Lexus vehicles carry incorrect load capacity labels low
Toyota is recalling certain Toyota 4Runner, Tundra, Highlander, RAV4, Sienna and Tacoma vehicles, along with the Lexus GX460. These vehicles may have an incorrect label showing how much weight the vehicle is able to carry. Because of this, they do not meet the federal safety rule covering tire selection and rims. Toyota will contact owners and send them corrected labels at no cost.
Toyota problem guides that cover the RAV4
- Toyota Electrical Recalls Cover Fire Risks, Stalling, and Missing Displays · 18 recalls
- Toyota Equipment Recalls Involving Incorrect or Fading Load Capacity Labels · 16 recalls
- Toyota Gasoline Fuel System Recalls Involve Leaks and Engine Stalling · 11 recalls
- Toyota Air Bag Recalls Involve Passenger Sensors and Deployment Problems · 10 recalls
- Toyota Steering Recalls Cover Assist Loss, Shaft Fractures, and Airbags · 9 recalls
- Toyota Brake Recalls Cover Assist Loss, Leaks, and Parking Brakes · 8 recalls
- Toyota Backup Camera Problems: Blank Screens, Freezing, and Quiet Warnings · 7 recalls
- Toyota Engine Recalls: Stalling, Coolant Leaks, and Drive Power Loss · 7 recalls
- Toyota Seat Recalls Involving Loose Bolts, Welds, and Seatback Locks · 6 recalls
- Toyota Tire Recalls Involving Air Loss and Load Ratings · 5 recalls
RAV4 model years compared
Recalls and NHTSA owner complaints for each model year, side by side. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and better-selling or older years naturally collect more — read this as a record, not a ranking.
| Model year | Recalls | High / critical | Do-not-drive / park-outside | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 331 | 31 | 32 | 18 |
| 2019 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 876 | 25 | 2 | 21 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 634 | 17 | 5 | 14 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 385 | 46 | 7 | 49 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 144 | 14 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 166 | 19 | 1 | 15 |
| 2024 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 177 | 28 | 1 | 21 |
| 2025 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 98 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
Toyota RAV4 recall questions
How many recalls does the Toyota RAV4 have?
NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls covering the 2018–2025 Toyota RAV4. 11 of them are rated high or critical on this site. The most recent is "Toyota RAV4 Front Seat Brackets Welded Improperly" (NHTSA campaign 26V256000), reported Apr 22, 2026.
Which Toyota RAV4 model year has the most recalls?
The 2019 Toyota RAV4 has the most, with 7 recalls. The 2021 model year has the fewest of the years we cover, with 1. Newer model years have had less time to collect recalls, so a low count on a recent year is not a guarantee.
Is there a do-not-drive or park-outside recall on the Toyota RAV4?
No. None of the 17 Toyota RAV4 recalls on file carries a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory from NHTSA.
How do I check whether my Toyota RAV4 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall often applies to only some vehicles of a model year, and the VIN lookup shows the ones still unrepaired on your car. Recall repairs are free at any franchised Toyota dealer, including for second owners.
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Recalls and complaint record for one model year at a time: