Toyota RAV4: Known Issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 201 |
|---|---|
| model years | 1996–2026 (31) |
| data through | 2026-10-12 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
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Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | rav4-2026-hybrid-powertrain-shutdown | Hybrid powertrain shutdown and loss of propulsion | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2026-06-19 → 2026-08-10 | 20 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | rav4-2026-ghost-braking-aebs | Unintended automatic emergency braking activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 4 | 2026-03-09 → 2026-08-13 | 20 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | rav4-2026-sunroof-glass-shattering | Sunroof and rear window glass shattering | STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 | 2026-05-04 → 2026-07-23 | 20 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | rav4-2026-sunglass-holder-latch | Overhead sunglass holder latch opening while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2026-07-03 → 2026-07-16 | 20 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | rav4-2026-adas-system-malfunction | Multiple ADAS system malfunction warnings | LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, SEAT BELTS, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | 2 | 2026-05-17 → 2026-07-20 | 20 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | rav4-2026-12v-battery-undercharge | 12-volt battery undercharging and SRS warning | LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 | 2026-07-08 → 2026-07-12 | 20 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-spontaneous-glass-shattering | Sunroof and window glass shattering without impact | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 | 2025-10 → 2026-08 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-infotainment-navigation-glitch | Infotainment display and navigation malfunction | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2025-11 → 2026-08 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-display-blackout-recall | Instrument display blackout under electrical recall | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2025-11 → 2026-02 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-windshield-optical-defect | Windshield optical distortion and stress cracking | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 5 | 2025-04 → 2026-03 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-sudden-unintended-acceleration | Sudden unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 9 | 2025-04 → 2026-07 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-engine-stall-steering-power-low | Engine stall with steering power loss warning | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 6 | 2025-05 → 2026-08 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-tire-sidewall-failure | Tire sidewall separation and blowout | TIRES | 5 | 2025-07 → 2026-06 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | rav4-2025-service-brake-failure | Service brake power loss | SERVICE BRAKES | 4 | 2025-09 → 2026-06 | 78 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | rav4-2024-engine-stall-rain-steering-power-low | Engine shutdown with steering power low warning after rain | STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 27 | 2024-04 → 2026-06 | 160 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2024 | rav4-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter | Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 | 2024-01 → 2025-10 | 160 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2024 | rav4-2024-unintended-acceleration-parking | Unintended acceleration while parking or at low speed | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 13 | 2024-05 → 2026-02 | 160 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2024 | rav4-2024-hood-vibration-highway-speed | Hood vibration or flutter at highway speed | STRUCTURE | 7 | 2024-09 → 2025-10 | 160 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2024 | rav4-2024-gps-carplay-navigation-drift | GPS/CarPlay navigation showing incorrect vehicle location | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 | 2024-08 → 2026-02 | 160 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2024 | rav4-2024-infotainment-screen-blackout | Multimedia display screen going blank while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 | 2024-10 → 2026-03 | 160 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2024 | rav4-2024-brake-noise-and-response | Brake noise or reduced stopping response | SERVICE BRAKES | 7 | 2024-01 → 2026-02 | 160 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-engine-stop-steering-power-low-rain | Engine stall with 'Steering Power Low' message in rain | ENGINE, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 28 | 2022-12 → 2026-08 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering | Sunroof/moonroof glass spontaneous shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 | 2023-05 → 2026-06 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-unintended-acceleration-parking | Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES | 12 | 2023-08 → 2025-12 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-infotainment-screen-blackout | Infotainment/instrument panel screen blackout while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 | 2023-06 → 2026-08 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-adas-multi-system-malfunction-warnings | Multiple ADAS warning lights activating simultaneously | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING | 8 | 2025-07 → 2026-07 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-door-lock-actuator-failure | Electronic door lock actuator failure | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR | 2 | 2026-07 → 2026-08 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-transmission-hesitation-jerk | Transmission hesitation and jerk during acceleration | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2023-09 → 2026-03 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | rav4-2023-rear-door-water-intrusion | Rear passenger door water accumulation | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 3 | 2024-07 → 2025-10 | 149 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-engine-stall-rain | Engine stall with "Steering Power Low" message | STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 20 | 2024-01 → 2026-05 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-door-water-intrusion | Water intrusion and accumulation in doors | STRUCTURE | 11 | 2024-08 → 2026-05 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-sunroof-shatter | Sunroof/moonroof glass shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 | 2022-11 → 2026-04 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration at low speed | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 8 | 2022-10 → 2026-01 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-infotainment-blackout | Infotainment screen blackout and audio failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 | 2023-02 → 2026-03 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in crashes | AIR BAGS | 7 | 2022-08 → 2025-10 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-windshield-crack | Windshield cracking without impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 5 | 2022-09 → 2023-01 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2022 | rav4-2022-abs-brake-engagement | ABS engagement and braking behavior over rough roads | SERVICE BRAKES | 5 | 2022-08 → 2025-01 | 127 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-airbag-ocs-recall-no-remedy | Passenger airbag OCS sensor recall awaiting remedy | AIR BAGS | 85 | 2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-airbag-non-deployment-crash | Airbag non-deployment in collisions | AIR BAGS | 9 | 2024-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-power-seat-adjuster-gear | Power seat adjuster gear failure | SEATS | 12 | 2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-coolant-bypass-valve | Engine coolant bypass valve maintenance warning | ENGINE | 9 | 2024-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-power-steering-voltage-abnormality | Power steering voltage abnormality and shutdown | STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2024-10 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shatter | Panoramic sunroof glass shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 | 2025-04 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-side-mirror-vibration | Exterior mirror vibration | VISIBILITY | 6 | 2024-07 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | rav4-2021-rear-traction-motor-cable-corrosion | Rear traction motor cable corrosion in hybrid | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 5 | 2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total) | 370 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | rav4-2020-coolant-bypass-valve | Coolant bypass valve leak and short | ENGINE | 57 | 2024-05 → 2026-05 | 620 | 2026-06-13 |
| 2020 | rav4-2020-liftgate-hinge-cracking | Liftgate hinge cracking | STRUCTURE | 16 | 2024-06 → 2026-05 | 620 | 2026-06-13 |
| 2020 | rav4-2020-passenger-airbag-fault | Front passenger airbag fault and recall | AIR BAGS | 25 | 2024-06 → 2026-04 | 620 | 2026-06-13 |
| 2020 | rav4-2020-hybrid-harness-corrosion | Hybrid wiring harness corrosion | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 | 2024-12 → 2026-05 | 620 | 2026-06-13 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-coolant-bypass-valve | Coolant bypass valve failure and engine overheating | ENGINE | 69 | 2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-liftgate-hinge | Rear liftgate hinge cracking and separation | STRUCTURE | 19 | 2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-water-leaks | Water leaks from roof rails and door seals | STRUCTURE | 14 | 2024-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-transmission | 8-speed transmission failure and low-speed hesitation | POWER TRAIN | 12 | 2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-dcm-failure | Data Communication Module failure disabling SOS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2024-10 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-hybrid-harness | Hybrid system wiring harness corrosion | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 | 2024-06 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-eps-warnings | Electric power steering warnings and noise | STEERING | 5 | 2024-07 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2019 | rav4-2019-stall-after-refuel | Engine stall immediately after refueling | ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | 2025-07 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total) | 865 | 2026-06-07 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-battery-recall-remedy-delay | 12-volt battery recall (23V734) remedy delay | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 64 | 2022-02 → 2025-10 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-torque-converter-shudder | Torque converter shudder and transmission failure | POWER TRAIN | 13 | 2023-06 → 2026-04 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-liftgate-misalignment | Power liftgate misalignment and closing failure | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 7 | 2023-07 → 2026-06 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering | Sunroof and window glass shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2021-09 → 2025-09 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment and battery fires | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 | 2021-12 → 2026-04 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-stall-power-loss | Engine shutdown and electrical power loss while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 | 2021-10 → 2026-07 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration from a stop or low speed | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES | 10 | 2021-07 → 2025-09 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2018 | rav4-2018-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in collisions | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2022-04 → 2026-06 | 328 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-12v-battery-recall-delay | 12-volt battery hold-down clamp recall (23V734000) delay | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 37 | 2024-02 → 2025-07 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-engine-compartment-fire | Engine-compartment fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 25 | 2020-02 → 2026-03 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-battery-drain-no-start | Battery drain and no-start | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 18 | 2020-03 → 2025-12 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 | 2020-05 → 2026-01 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag non-deployment in collision | AIR BAGS | 7 | 2020-02 → 2023-11 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-brake-wear-stopping-power | Brake wear and reduced stopping power | SERVICE BRAKES | 8 | 2021-01 → 2025-09 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-headlight-bulb-failure | Headlight bulb failure and night illumination | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 10 | 2020-02 → 2024-02 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2017 | rav4-2017-liftgate-hinge-latch | Rear liftgate hinge and latch failure | STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 5 | 2021-01 → 2026-06 | 301 | 2026-07-22 |
| 2016 | rav4-2016-sunroof-shatter | Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 17 | 2017-04 → 2024-10 | 235 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2016 | rav4-2016-taillight-headlight-fog | Exterior lighting fogging and inadequate headlight beam | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 21 | 2017-04 → 2025-03 | 235 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2016 | rav4-2016-liftgate-door-lock-failure | Power liftgate and door lock actuator failure | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 9 | 2020-02 → 2025-09 | 235 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2016 | rav4-2016-battery-stall-recall | Battery corrosion, stalling and recall 23V734000 delay | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 37 | 2017-09 → 2026-08 | 235 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2016 | rav4-2016-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire following stall or smoke | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 10 | 2017-10 → 2025-04 | 235 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2016 | rav4-2016-brake-pedal-failure | Service brake pedal failure to stop the vehicle | SERVICE BRAKES | 25 | 2017-06 → 2024-06 | 235 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2016 | rav4-2016-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration and high idle creep | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 13 | 2017-02 → 2024-12 | 235 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-battery-recall-parts | 12-volt battery recall remedy parts unavailability | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 24 | 2023-12 → 2025-04 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-torque-converter-shudder | Torque converter shudder during acceleration | POWER TRAIN | 20 | 2019-10 → 2024-07 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-paint-peeling | Exterior paint peeling | STRUCTURE | 10 | 2021-02 → 2026-01 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof glass shattering while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2019-11 → 2026-05 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-liftgate-strut-failure | Power liftgate strut and hinge failure | STRUCTURE | 6 | 2020-07 → 2026-05 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 38 | 2019-08 → 2026-03 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-steering-assist-loss | Intermittent electric power steering assist loss | STEERING | 20 | 2019-03 → 2026-06 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2015 | rav4-2015-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration at low speed | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 11 | 2020-06 → 2025-12 (sample: 200 most recent of 302) | 302 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2014 | rav4-2014-eps-steering-seizure | Electric power steering assist loss or seizure | STEERING | 15 | 2015-04 → 2026-08 | 197 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | rav4-2014-door-lock-actuator-failure | Door lock actuator failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2017-06 → 2026-03 | 197 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | rav4-2014-paint-peeling-blizzard-pearl | Exterior paint peeling on Blizzard Pearl finish | STRUCTURE | 8 | 2017-07 → 2026-05 | 197 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | rav4-2014-brake-rotor-noise | Premature brake rotor wear and noise | SERVICE BRAKES | 4 | 2015-01 → 2018-11 | 197 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | rav4-2014-radio-infotainment-reboot-loop | Radio and infotainment head unit reboot loop | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 | 2017-03 → 2026-01 | 197 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | rav4-2014-12v-battery-fire-recall | 12-volt battery fire and delayed recall 23V734000 remedy | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 | 2017-10 → 2026-04 | 197 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | rav4-2013-torque-converter-shudder | Torque converter shudder and transmission hesitation | POWER TRAIN | 21 | 2014-06 → 2025-01 | 256 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | rav4-2013-battery-engine-bay-fire | Battery cable and engine bay fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 13 | 2019-10 → 2026-08 | 256 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | rav4-2013-paint-peeling-roof-panels | Paint peeling and clear coat delamination on body panels | STRUCTURE | 14 | 2015-12 → 2026-07 | 256 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | rav4-2013-brake-failure-reduced-stopping | Brake failure and reduced stopping power | SERVICE BRAKES | 12 | 2014-06 → 2021-12 | 256 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | rav4-2012-wiper-motor-failure | Windshield wiper motor and washer pump failure | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 45 | 2016-04 → 2025-09 | 266 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | rav4-2012-seat-belt-recall-parts | Seat belt recall parts unavailable or buckle malfunction | SEAT BELTS | 27 | 2014-10 → 2017-07 | 266 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | rav4-2012-sudden-acceleration-braking | Unintended engine acceleration while braking or stopped | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 20 | 2016-12 → 2025-03 | 266 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | rav4-2012-paint-peeling-body | Body paint peeling and bubbling down to primer | STRUCTURE | 8 | 2019-02 → 2026-06 | 266 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | rav4-2012-airbag-warning-deployment | Airbag warning light on or unexpected airbag deployment | AIR BAGS | 11 | 2016-03 → 2024-08 | 266 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2011 | rav4-2011-recall-parts-backlog | Seat belt and windshield wiper recall parts unavailable | SEAT BELTS, VISIBILITY/WIPER | 43 | 2015-12 → 2016-12 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2011 | rav4-2011-rear-suspension-subframe | Rear suspension arm and subframe failure | SUSPENSION | 13 | 2015-08 → 2026-04 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2011 | rav4-2011-electric-power-steering-stiff | Electric power steering stiffness | STEERING | 7 | 2015-03 → 2025-10 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2011 | rav4-2011-paint-peeling-delamination | Body paint peeling and delamination | STRUCTURE | 5 | 2015-12 → 2026-02 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2011 | rav4-2011-rear-differential-seal-leak | Rear differential seal leak and coupling failure | POWER TRAIN | 10 | 2017-02 → 2021-09 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2011 | rav4-2011-unintended-accel-braking | Unintended acceleration while braking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES | 41 | 2014-12 → 2026-02 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2011 | rav4-2011-oil-consumption-cam-gear | Excessive oil consumption and camshaft timing gear wear | ENGINE | 10 | 2016-06 → 2024-12 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | rav4-2010-rear-suspension-arm-recall-alignment | Rear suspension arm recall blocks rear wheel alignment | SUSPENSION | 48 | 2015-01 → 2025-08 | 400 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | rav4-2010-moonroof-window-glass-failure | Spontaneous moonroof and window glass fracture | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 12 | 2015-12 → 2018-01 | 400 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | rav4-2010-transmission-differential-failure | Transmission clunk and rear differential seal failure | POWER TRAIN | 9 | 2015-08 → 2026-03 | 400 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | rav4-2010-air-bag-deployment-and-recall | Air bag deployment failures and Takata recall parts delay | AIR BAGS | 12 | 2014-12 → 2023-01 | 400 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | rav4-2010-seat-belt-buckle-and-recall-parts | Seat belt buckle failure and recall parts unavailability | SEAT BELTS | 10 | 2016-03 → 2023-03 | 400 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | rav4-2010-steering-control-arm-issues | Steering wheel stiffness, pulling, and control arm failure | STEERING | 9 | 2015-03 → 2021-08 | 400 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | rav4-2010-excessive-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption without visible leaks | ENGINE | 4 | 2019-10 → 2025-04 | 400 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2009 | rav4-2009-rear-suspension-arm-recall | Rear suspension arm recall and repair delay | SUSPENSION | 48 | 2013-01 → 2026-05 | 327 | 2026-09-21 |
| 2009 | rav4-2009-rear-differential-noise | Rear differential and coupling noise | POWER TRAIN | 13 | 2014-09 → 2020-05 | 327 | 2026-09-21 |
| 2009 | rav4-2009-steering-column-noise | Steering column shaft noise and failure | STEERING | 19 | 2011-10 → 2020-03 | 327 | 2026-09-21 |
| 2009 | rav4-2009-paint-peeling | Exterior paint peeling and delamination | STRUCTURE | 7 | 2015-07 → 2024-03 | 327 | 2026-09-21 |
| 2009 | rav4-2009-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration while braking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 37 | 2011-09 → 2023-08 | 327 | 2026-09-21 |
| 2009 | rav4-2009-airbag-deployment-failure | Airbag deployment failure in crashes | AIR BAGS | 7 | 2012-05 → 2019-09 | 327 | 2026-09-21 |
| 2008 | rav4-2008-steering-column-weld-failure | Steering column clunking and weld failure | STEERING | 24 | 2016-02 → 2022-03 | 575 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2008 | rav4-2008-rear-suspension-arm-recall | Rear suspension arm recall repair and parts delay | SUSPENSION | 27 | 2016-02 → 2021-07 | 575 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2008 | rav4-2008-rear-differential-coupler-noise | Rear differential coupler noise and failure | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2017-06 → 2021-03 | 575 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2008 | rav4-2008-structure-rust-paint | Frame rust and paint peeling | STRUCTURE | 9 | 2016-05 → 2025-06 | 575 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2008 | rav4-2008-engine-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption from 2AZ-FE engine | ENGINE | 62 | 2016-02 → 2025-12 | 575 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2008 | rav4-2008-airbag-deployment-recall | Airbag deployment failure and Takata recall repair | AIR BAGS | 14 | 2016-03 → 2026-04 | 575 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | rav4-2007-rear-suspension-arm-recall | Rear suspension arm recall repair and alignment loss | SUSPENSION | 48 | 2016-10 → 2025-09 | 1003 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | rav4-2007-steering-column-clunk | Clunking or grinding noise in steering column | STEERING | 13 | 2016-11 → 2025-05 | 1003 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | rav4-2007-subframe-rust | Subframe and body rust perforation | STRUCTURE | 7 | 2017-09 → 2025-06 | 1003 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | rav4-2007-driver-sun-visor-drop | Driver-side sun visor will not stay up | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 8 | 2017-02 → 2020-10 | 1003 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | rav4-2007-engine-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption | ENGINE | 74 | 2016-09 → 2022-04 | 1003 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | rav4-2007-airbag-unexpected-deployment | Unexpected air bag deployment during service | AIR BAGS | 8 | 2018-02 → 2025-09 | 1003 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | rav4-2007-door-panel-electrical-fire | Door panel electrical fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 13 | 2016-11 → 2025-10 | 1003 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2006 | rav4-2006-rear-suspension-arm-recall | Rear suspension arm recall and rust repair delays | SUSPENSION | 42 | 2014-10 → 2026-03 | 703 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2006 | rav4-2006-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption in 2.4L engine | ENGINE | 61 | 2014-10 → 2026-03 | 703 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2006 | rav4-2006-intermediate-steering-shaft-clunk | Intermediate steering shaft clunk when turning | STEERING | 18 | 2014-10 → 2026-03 | 703 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2006 | rav4-2006-power-steering-loss | Loss or lockup of power steering while driving | STEERING | 6 | 2014-10 → 2026-03 | 703 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2006 | rav4-2006-airbag-warning-light | Airbag warning light and spiral cable deactivation | AIR BAGS | 11 | 2014-10 → 2026-03 | 703 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-vsc-false-activation-curves | VSC/traction control activation on curves | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 9 | 2014-06 → 2024-06 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-tpms-false-warning-tire-failure | Tire pressure monitor false warnings and tire failure | TIRES | 8 | 2005-06 → 2017-06 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-sun-visor-falls | Driver-side sun visor fails to stay up | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 6 | 2005-11 → 2019-01 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-takata-recall-delay | Takata airbag recall repair delays | AIR BAGS | 45 | 2015-07 → 2025-08 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag non-deployment in a crash | AIR BAGS | 9 | 2006-12 → 2018-05 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration from a stop or low speed | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 13 | 2009-01 → 2022-10 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-transmission-slip-failure | Transmission slipping and premature failure | POWER TRAIN | 7 | 2009-09 → 2020-09 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2005 | rav4-2005-engine-head-bolt-coolant-loss | Engine head bolt failure and coolant loss | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 7 | 2012-01 → 2019-07 | 141 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2004 | rav4-2004-sun-visor-wont-stay-up | Driver-side sun visor will not stay up | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 7 | 2011-06 → 2019-10 | 154 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | rav4-2004-rear-window-shatter | Rear window glass shattering | VISIBILITY | 4 | 2005-06 → 2008-03 | 154 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | rav4-2004-takata-recall-parts-delay | Takata airbag inflator recall remedy delays | AIR BAGS | 39 | 2015-06 → 2019-07 | 154 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | rav4-2004-head-gasket-coolant-leak | Head gasket coolant leak with stripped head bolts | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 22 | 2009-04 → 2017-12 | 154 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | rav4-2004-transmission-shifting-ecm | Automatic transmission shifting faults and ECM | POWER TRAIN | 19 | 2009-10 → 2026-04 | 154 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | rav4-2004-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration and throttle surge | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 15 | 2004-03 → 2017-12 | 154 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | rav4-2004-esc-vsc-activation | ESC/VSC/TRAC activation and warning lights | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 7 | 2012-10 → 2022-10 | 154 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2003 | rav4-2003-ecm-harsh-shift | ECM failure causing harsh transmission shifting | POWER TRAIN | 166 | 2010-02 → 2023-10 | 326 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2003 | rav4-2003-seat-belt-fraying | Seat belt webbing fraying | SEAT BELTS | 4 | 2010-04 → 2017-02 | 326 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2003 | rav4-2003-sun-visor-failure | Sun visor failing to stay in position | VISIBILITY | 2 | 2011-10 → 2012-01 | 326 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2003 | rav4-2003-sudden-acceleration | Sudden acceleration during low-speed maneuvers | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 13 | 2010-02 → 2015-03 | 326 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2003 | rav4-2003-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in frontal and rear crashes | AIR BAGS | 2 | 2011-08 → 2018-10 | 326 | 2026-09-24 |
| 2002 | rav4-2002-transmission-shifting | Erratic or harsh automatic transmission shifting | POWER TRAIN | 123 | 2010-05 → 2024-05 | 555 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | rav4-2002-ecm-transmission-fault | Engine control module fault with transmission damage | POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 102 | 2010-05 → 2024-05 | 555 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | rav4-2002-stall-hesitation | Stalling and hesitation when pulling away | POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 43 | 2010-05 → 2022-05 | 555 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | rav4-2002-airbag-non-deployment | Air bags not deploying in frontal collisions | AIR BAGS | 14 | 2015-06 → 2018-02 | 555 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | rav4-2002-unintended-acceleration | Acceleration without pedal input | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 8 | 2010-05 → 2017-01 | 555 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2001 | rav4-2001-ecm-transmission-shifting | Harsh shifting and transmission failure with ECM faults | POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 173 | 2009-08 → 2021-03 | 323 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2001 | rav4-2001-cradle-tank-strap-rust | Engine cradle and gas tank strap corrosion | SUSPENSION, ENGINE | 4 | 2011-03 → 2023-11 | 323 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2001 | rav4-2001-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration and engine racing | POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE | 7 | 2009-11 → 2019-03 | 323 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2001 | rav4-2001-takata-airbag-recall | Takata air bag replacement requests | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2016-04 → 2024-01 | 323 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2000 | rav4-2000-subframe-control-arm-corrosion | Engine cradle and control arm corrosion | STRUCTURE | 3 | 2011-05 → 2015-07 | 41 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | rav4-2000-manual-transmission-pops-out-of-5th | Manual transmission slipping out of fifth gear | POWER TRAIN | 3 | 2004-11 → 2013-07 | 41 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | rav4-2000-wheel-cracking-separation | Wheel cracking and rim separation | WHEELS | 2 | 2006-07 → 2007-06 | 41 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | rav4-2000-windshield-glass-damage | Windshield chipping and breakage | VISIBILITY | 3 | 2000-10 → 2002-06 | 41 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | rav4-2000-tire-blowout-and-cracking | Tire blowout and tread cracking | TIRES | 3 | 2000-09 → 2009-05 | 41 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | rav4-2000-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration and high engine RPM | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 2002-08 → 2013-04 | 41 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | rav4-1999-front-subframe-rust | Front subframe and crossmember rust | STRUCTURE | 7 | 2011-01 → 2017-08 | 70 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | rav4-1999-engine-surge-braking | Engine surge or acceleration while braking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 2001-08 → 2014-03 | 70 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | rav4-1999-transmission-shifting | Transmission failing to hold or engage gear | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2001-10 → 2009-10 | 70 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | rav4-1999-airbag-nondeployment | Air bags not deploying in frontal collisions | AIR BAGS | 8 | 2000-10 → 2024-01 | 70 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | rav4-1999-takata-recall-parts | Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2020-07 → 2020-08 | 70 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | rav4-1999-cruise-control-faults | Cruise control disengagement and switch faults | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 4 | 1999-06 → 2003-08 | 70 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | rav4-1999-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire with electrical damage | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 1999-09 → 2005-04 | 70 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1998 | rav4-1998-brake-noise-wear | Squeaking brakes and repeated pad replacement | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 4 | 1999-02 → 2001-01 | 89 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | rav4-1998-transmission-driveline | Transmission and driveline malfunction | POWER TRAIN | 6 | 1999-10 → 2009-12 | 89 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | rav4-1998-seat-belt-failure | Seat belt retractor, anchor and recall issues | SEAT BELTS | 4 | 1999-02 → 2016-04 | 89 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | rav4-1998-air-bag-non-deployment | Air bags not deploying in frontal crashes | AIR BAGS | 7 | 1998-03 → 2021-03 | 89 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | rav4-1998-sudden-acceleration | Sudden acceleration while parking or braking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 2001-01 → 2010-09 | 89 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | rav4-1998-brake-failure-stopping-distance | Brake failure and extended stopping distance | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 10 | 1998-01 → 2017-10 | 89 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | rav4-1998-engine-failure-oil | Engine failure and excessive oil consumption | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 | 1998-09 → 2017-03 | 89 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | rav4-1997-subframe-rust | Subframe rust and corrosion | STRUCTURE | 6 | 2011-10 → 2016-02 | 59 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | rav4-1997-accelerator-idle-control | Sticking accelerator and idle speed control | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 | 1999-10 → 2010-03 | 59 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | rav4-1997-fifth-gear-failure | Manual transmission fifth gear failure | POWER TRAIN | 3 | 2001-12 → 2006-10 | 59 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | rav4-1997-hydraulic-brake-complaints | Hydraulic service brake wear, noise and loss of braking | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 4 | 1999-02 → 2001-05 | 59 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | rav4-1997-engine-stalling | Engine stalling while driving or at idle | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 | 1997-03 → 2002-08 | 59 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | rav4-1997-airbag-no-deployment | Air bag non-deployment in collision | AIR BAGS | 3 | 1998-07 → 1999-11 | 59 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1996 | rav4-1996-brake-squeal-grinding | Front brake squeal, grinding and pad wear | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 6 | 1997-04 → 1999-10 | 51 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | rav4-1996-transmission-neutral-shift | Transmission shifting into neutral and transmission failure | POWER TRAIN | 7 | 1997-05 → 2004-01 | 51 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | rav4-1996-driver-seat-belt | Driver seat belt latch and retractor problems | SEAT BELTS | 2 | 2001-02 → 2013-07 | 51 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | rav4-1996-air-bag-deployment | Air bag deployment without a crash or not as expected | AIR BAGS | 4 | 1996-11 → 2004-03 | 51 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | rav4-1996-door-lock-latch | Door lock, latch and liftgate problems | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 4 | 1997-09 → 2014-02 | 51 | 2026-10-08 |
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Toyota RAV4 [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota/rav4
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_toyota_rav4_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Toyota RAV4},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota/rav4}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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