Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have?

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has 4 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2021 through 2021. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my RAV4 Hybrid under recall?

Whether your specific RAV4 Hybrid is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled RAV4 Hybrid year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 4 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

4 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

239

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years42 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2021

Affected Model Years

20214R · 85C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical2 campaigns (50%)

Visibility/Lighting1 campaign (25%)

Other1 campaign (25%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SERVICE BRAKES

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

AIR BAGS

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

POWER TRAIN

STRUCTURE:BODY

VISIBILITY/WIPER

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Based on 239 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 18 injuries reported.

All Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Recall Campaigns

#20V6980002021 Toyota RAV4 HybridVisibility/Lighting

Issued: Dec 11, 2020

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 RAV4 Prime vehicles. The headlight aiming caps may have been improperly closed, allowing for horizontal adjustment of the headlight beam. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicl…

Risk: Adjusting the horizontal headlight beam can increase glare, reducing the visibility of an oncoming driver or the vehicle operator, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will close the aiming caps on the headlights, free of charge. The recall began January 6, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. …

#22V2390002021 Toyota RAV4 HybridOther

Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the…

Risk: Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number…

#23V4780002021 Toyota RAV4 HybridElectrical

Issued: Dec 7, 2023

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an ele…

Risk: A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter…

#23V0410002021 Toyota RAV4 HybridElectrical

Issued: Feb 2, 2023

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

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 RAV4 Prime Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. During certain cold weather driving conditions, while driving in EV Mode, the hybrid vehicle control engine control unit (HEV ECU) software may cause the hybrid system to shut down if the …

Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the HEV ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toy…

Recalls by Component

2Electrical Recalls

#23V478000MY 2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current re…

#23V041000MY 2021

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

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 RAV4 Prime Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. During certain cold weather driving conditions, while driving in EV …

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have?

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has 4 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2021 through 2021.

Is my RAV4 Hybrid under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled RAV4 Hybrid year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the highest recall campaign count (4 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a RAV4 Hybrid recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a RAV4 Hybrid?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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