The Toyota RAV4 has a relatively clean recall record compared to other Toyota models, but several key campaigns affect 2013-2018 (rear suspension), 2019-2022 (fuel pump and 12V battery), and the RAV4 Hybrid (inverter and engine wire harness). This page lists every major NHTSA recall by year.
Most modern RAV4 recalls are software updates or limited mechanical campaigns. The biggest single recall is the multi-make Denso low-pressure fuel pump (20V-314). RAV4 Prime hybrids have an inverter-related campaign affecting plug-in performance.
| Year(s) | NHTSA # | Defect Summary | Vehicles | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006-2011 | 13V-104 | Rear suspension arm nuts may loosen due to inadequate corrosion protection. | ~1.1M | High |
| 2013-2018 | 17V-526 | Seatbelt webbing can be cut by interior trim during a side-impact event. | ~1.3M | High |
| 2016-2018 | 18V-862 | Takata airbag inflator final expansion. | Included in Toyota cohort | Critical |
| 2019-2020 | 20V-314 | Denso low-pressure fuel pump can fail and cause stall. | ~3.4M (multi-make) | High |
| 2019-2022 | 22V-180 | 12V battery clamp may not be tightened to specification, fire risk. | ~159,000 | Medium |
| 2020-2021 (Hybrid) | 21V-064 | Hybrid inverter intelligent power module can fail. | ~227,000 | High |
| 2021-2024 (Prime) | 23V-769 | Battery pack cells may have insufficient insulation; fire risk. | ~17,000 | High |
| 2024 | 24V-244 | Pre-collision system detection error in specific scenarios. | Included in 165k Toyota cohort | Medium |
Data sourced from NHTSA recall database (nhtsa.gov/recalls). Always verify with your VIN before purchase or repair.
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2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid are core to the 20V-314 Denso campaign. Replacement is free and most affected vehicles have already been serviced.
Affected units under 23V-769 receive a free battery inspection and, if needed, replacement at a Toyota dealer. Park outside until the recall is completed if you have not yet been seen.
21V-064 was a software update for the intelligent power module. Out-of-warranty failures still occur and are not covered unless your VIN is part of the campaign.
Use nhtsa.gov/recalls or toyota.com/recall. Both will show open recalls and Toyota service campaigns.
2017-2018 (post-Takata fix) or a 2021-2022 with fuel pump recall completed are the safer used picks.
Yes, all federal recall repairs are free for the life of the vehicle at any Toyota dealer.