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TOYOTA RAV4 (1996–2025) — Technical Guide, Fault Codes & Maintenance

Built 1996–2025 · all production years covered on this single page

2.0L I4 M20A-FKS • Benzin

Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025)

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5 Häufige Probleme Details ansehen →
29 OBD2-Codes Details ansehen →
58 Rückrufe / Bulletins Details ansehen →
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Reliability
n/a
Safety & recalls
n/a
Repair cost
6.1
Parts & repairability
4.7
Maintenance & durability
6.1
Documentation & support
6.2
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Seine Batterie hat die Baugröße 35 (BCI), mit 550A Ampere Kaltstartstrom. Angetrieben von einem 2.0L I4 M20A-FKS-Motor. Seine OEM-Reifengröße ist 215/55 R16. Nutzen Sie die Abschnitte unten für verifizierte Betriebsstoffe, Batterie, OEM-Reifen, den Wartungsplan, die empfohlenen Ersatzteile und die am häufigsten gemeldeten OBD2-Fehlercodes für dieses Fahrzeug.

⚠️ HÄUFIGE PROBLEME
Engine overheatingFREQUENT

Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.

Verwandte Codes: P0217

Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT

ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.

Verwandte Codes: P0522

Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT

Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.

Verwandte Codes: P0524

Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT

Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.

Verwandte Codes: P0606

Throttle actuatorFREQUENT

Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.

Verwandte Codes: P2100

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ABS Module2.0h€ 90–€ 150
ABS Pump2.0h€ 90–€ 150
ABS Tone Ring1.5h€ 67–€ 112
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front1.5h€ 67–€ 112
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Brake Bleed - All Four1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Brake Booster3.0h€ 135–€ 225
Brake Booster Check Valve1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Kühlung8 Vorgänge
VorgangArbeitsstunden (OLP)Gesch. Arbeitskosten
Coolant Bypass Pipe1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Coolant Flush0.8h€ 36–€ 60
Coolant Reservoir1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Coolant Temperature Sensor0.5h€ 22–€ 37
Cooling Fan Assembly1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cooling Fan Clutch1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cooling Fan Motor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cooling Fan Relay1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Elektrik8 Vorgänge
VorgangArbeitsstunden (OLP)Gesch. Arbeitskosten
Airbag - Driver1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Airbag - Passenger1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Airbag - Side1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Airbag Module/Computer1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Alternator1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Alternator Belt1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Amplifier1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Antenna0.5h€ 22–€ 37
Motor8 Vorgänge
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Camshaft Position Sensor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Camshaft R&R4.5h€ 202–€ 337
Connecting Rod Bearings1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Crankshaft Position Sensor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Crankshaft R&R1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cylinder Head R&R4.5h€ 202–€ 337
Cylinder Head Resurface4.5h€ 202–€ 337
Engine Mount - Front3.0h€ 135–€ 225
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Air Injection Check Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Catalytic Converter - California2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Catalytic Converter - Universal2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Downpipe2.0h€ 90–€ 150
EGR Cooler1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EGR Tube1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EGR Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Kraftstoffsystem8 Vorgänge
VorgangArbeitsstunden (OLP)Gesch. Arbeitskosten
Charcoal Canister1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EVAP Purge Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EVAP Vent Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Fuel Cap0.3h€ 13–€ 22
Fuel Filler Neck3.0h€ 135–€ 225
Fuel Filter0.5h€ 22–€ 37
Fuel Filter - In-Tank1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Fuel Injector - Single3.0h€ 135–€ 225
Klimatechnik8 Vorgänge
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AC Accumulator2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Clutch Coil1.5h€ 67–€ 112
AC Compressor2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Compressor Clutch2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Compressor Oil Add2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Condenser2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Evaporator2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Expansion Valve (TXV)2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Lenkung8 Vorgänge
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Center Link/Drag Link1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Electric Power Steering Module1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Electric Power Steering Motor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Idler Arm1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Pitman Arm1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Power Steering Fluid Flush2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Power Steering Gear Box2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Power Steering Hose - High Pressure1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Fahrwerk8 Vorgänge
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Air Line1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Spring/Air Bag1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Suspension Compressor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Suspension Height Sensor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Suspension Valve Block1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Ball Joint - Lower1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Ball Joint - Upper2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Ball Joints - Upper and Lower2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Getriebe8 Vorgänge
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Kickdown Cable1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Neutral Safety Switch1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Overdrive Solenoid1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Cable1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Linkage1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Solenoid - Single1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Solenoids - All1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Torque Converter4.5h€ 202–€ 337
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Motoröl
Toyota Genuine 0W-20
With filter change
4.3 L
Kühlmittel
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (Pink)
Use pre-mixed or mix 50/50 with distilled water
7.1 L
Bremsflüssigkeit
DOT 3 Brake Fluid
Replace when moisture content exceeds 3% or every 2-3 years
Getriebeöl
Toyota WS ATF
9.5 L
Servolenkungsöl
Electric Power Steering (No Fluid)
Electric power steering - no fluid required
Scheibenwaschflüssigkeit
Windshield Washer Fluid
Refill as needed. Use winter-rated in cold climates.
3.3 L
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Brake Fluid Replacement36 months
Tire Rotation8,000 km / 6 months
Engine Oil And Filter16,000 km / 12 months
Brake System Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
Drive Belts Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
Exhaust System Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
Suspension And Steering Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
Body And Chassis Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
📋 RÜCKRUFE UND BULLETINS (58)
NHTSA 14V828000
Equipment
Date: 30/12/2014
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were in…
NHTSA 25V744000
Back Over Prevention › Display Function
Date: 30/10/2025
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview ca…
NHTSA 13V383000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 28/08/2013
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear…
NHTSA 19V503000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 28/06/2019
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply …
NHTSA 19V244000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 27/03/2019
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehi…
NHTSA 20V734000
Air Bags › Frontal
Date: 25/11/2020
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Breakaway pins within the steering column, designed to absorb energy and reduce injury during a crash, could have been damaged d…
NHTSA 20V373000
Steering › Electric Power Assist System
Date: 24/06/2020
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and 2020 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Water may enter through the steering gear box cover and cause a loss of electric power steering assist.
NHTSA 11V113000
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Date: 24/02/2011
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 LEXUS LX570, 2003 THROUGH 2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, AND 2006 THROUGH 2010 RAV4 VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.
NHTSA R/2022/326
Date: 23-01-2023
The subject front seat belt assemblies are service parts designed for certain Toyota and Lexus models containing a seat belt retractor with a force-limiter function using a torsion shaft which helps control the loads on the occupant applied by the shoulder belt after the seat bel…
NHTSA 15V689000
Visibility › Power Window Devices And Controls
Date: 22/10/2015
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scio…
NHTSA 26V256000
Seats › Critical Fasteners
Date: 22/04/2026
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 RAV 4 vehicles. The front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly.
NHTSA 16V236000
Tires
Date: 22/04/2016
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflec…
NHTSA 20V033000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 22/01/2020
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PS…
NHTSA R/2015/095
Driver Side Airbag May Rupture
Date: 22-06-2015
Subject vehicles are fitted with driver's air bag assemblies with single stage inflators. There is an increases potential for moisture ingress which could make the inflator more susceptible to rupture during deployment. Fragments may injure occupants.
NHTSA R/2014/048
Drivers Airbag May Not Function
Date: 22-04-2014
The steering column assembly in affected vehicles contains electrical connections to the driver's air bag module housed in a spiral cable assembly which includes a Flexible Flat Cable (FFC). Due to the shape and location of the FFC's retainer the FFC could contact a small…
NHTSA 22V519000
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger
Date: 21/07/2022
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Rav4, Rav4 Hybrid, and Rav4 Prime vehicles. The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that may cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to inc…
NHTSA 11V245000
Air Bags
Date: 21/04/2011
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 RAV4 VEHICLES. IN THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG (CSA) SYSTEM, THERE ARE TWO SENSORS IN THE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY WHICH ARE DESIGNED TO DETECT VEHICLE ROLL ANGLE. IF ONE OF THESE SEN…
NHTSA 10V017000
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Date: 21/01/2010
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 CAMRY, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 COROLLA, COROLLA MATRIX, RAV4, MODEL YEAR 2010 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 SEQUOIA, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 TUNDRA VEHICLES. DUE TO THE MANNER IN WHICH THE FRICTION LE…
NHTSA 23V865000
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification
Date: 20/12/2023
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 ve…
NHTSA 17V831000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 20/12/2017
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As …
NHTSA 20V286000
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm
Date: 20/05/2020
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. The front lower suspension arms may have cracks, which may result in the suspension arm separating from the front wheel assembly.
NHTSA 14V743000
Seats › Front Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler
Date: 19/11/2014
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and…
NHTSA 98V278000
Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Control Module
Date: 19/10/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEMS (TDS) SUPPLIED BY AUDIOVOX CORPORATION AND DISTRIBUTED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, INC. IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLI…
NHTSA 98E035000
Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Control Module
Date: 19/10/1998
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEMS USED ON 1998-1998 TOYOTA RAV4, AVALON, AND SIENNA MODEL VEHICLES DISTRIBUTED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, INC. IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLINA. THE ALARM WIRING HARNESS PLUGS …
NHTSA 16V096000
Seat Belts › Rear/Other
Date: 19/02/2016
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 RAV4 vehicles manufactured July 28, 2005, to December 19, 2012, and 2012-2014 RAV4 EV vehicles manufactured July 24, 2012, to August 29, 2014. In the event of a frontal collision, the rea…
NHTSA 15V577000
Visibility/Wiper
Date: 18/09/2015
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 27, 2008, to December 19, 2012 and 2012-2014 RAV4 EV vehicles manufactured July 24, 2012, to August 29, 2014. In the affected vehicles, water may drip o…
NHTSA 19V741000
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Date: 17/10/2019
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350,…
NHTSA 15V011000
Trailer Hitches
Date: 16/01/2015
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Toyota Rav4 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2013, to December 29, 2014, and equipped with an accessory trailer light module. The software within the module may incorrectly detect an electrical short…
NHTSA 13V014000
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Date: 16/01/2013
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model ye…
NHTSA 09V223000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 15/06/2009
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STAND…
NHTSA 15V284000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 13/05/2015
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured May 13, 2003, to October 25, 2005. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrus…
NHTSA 15V144000
Steering › Electric Power Assist System
Date: 13/03/2015
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during…
NHTSA 16V596000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 12/08/2016
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2005, to September 7, 2010, and 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured July 6, 2009, to August 26, 2010. The affected vehicles have rear sus…
NHTSA 14V054000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 12/02/2014
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electric…
NHTSA 25V595000
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
Date: 11/09/2025
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (…
NHTSA 23V485000
Tires › Valve
Date: 11/07/2023
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota RAV4 vehicles equipped with 17" black alloy accessory wheels. During installation of the alloy wheels, the tire valve stem may have been improperly installed or damaged. In addition, the load carrying capacity labe…
NHTSA R/2016/024
Seatbelt May Not Perform As Designed
Date: 11-04-2016
In the event of a high-speed collision principally in the frontal direction there is a possibility that the lap belt webbing on the outboard seats of the second row could contact a portion of the seat cushion frame become cut and separate.
NHTSA 12V491000
Visibility › Power Window Devices And Controls
Date: 10/10/2012
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were buil…
NHTSA 00V212000
Service Brakes, Air › Disc › Rotor
Date: 09/08/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTOR, WHEN EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, CAN DEVELOP STRESS FRACTURES IF THE LUG NUTS ARE TIGHTENED WITH EXCESSIVE TORQUE.
NHTSA 00V211000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch
Date: 09/08/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. IF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE REPEATEDLY PARKED BY PLACING THE SHIFT LEVER INTO THE "P" POSITION WITHOUT APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKE, THE PARKING LOCK ROD, A COMPONENT OF THE TRANSMISSION PARKING LOCK SYSTEM, COULD BREAK.
NHTSA 14V168000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 09/04/2014
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, 2008-2010 Highlander, and 2009-2010 Tacoma, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and General Motors Pontiac Vibe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the steering column assembly contains electrical connections to the dri…
NHTSA 13V123000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 09/04/2013
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota L…
NHTSA 16V198000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Date: 07/04/2016
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016, and 2016 Lexus ES350 vehicles manufactured…
NHTSA 09E012000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 07/04/2009
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS…
NHTSA 19V576000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 06/08/2019
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Due to a damaged electrical connector, the back-up camera may not activate when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety S…
NHTSA 20V064000
Engine And Engine Cooling
Date: 06/02/2020
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid and Lexus ES300h and 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.5L 4-Cylinder engines. Porosity in the engine castings may result in cracks than ca…
NHTSA R/2006/049
Road Wheel Spokes May Crack And Separate
Date: 06-06-2006
It has been identified that steel wheels of insufficient strength have been fitted to some grades of RAV4 vehicles fitted with diesel engines. The possibility then exist that a crack may appear on the spoke(s) of the wheel which in the worst case could cause the spoke to separate…
NHTSA 24V911000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper
Date: 05/12/2024
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result in a damaged caliper brake hose or possible wheel detachmen…
NHTSA 20V682000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 04/11/2020
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, …
NHTSA 06V096000
Air Bags
Date: 03/04/2006
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR, WHICH IS USED IN THE SIDE AIR BAG, THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAG, AND THE KNEE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY, SOME INFLATORS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF THE HEATING AGENTS NECESSARY FOR PROPER AIR BAG DEPLOYM…
NHTSA 10V036000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 03/02/2010
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATI…
NHTSA 10V035000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 03/02/2010
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISIT…
NHTSA 12V373000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 02/08/2012
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear…
NHTSA 16V396000
Seats › Front Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler
Date: 02/06/2016
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 V…
NHTSA 17V295000
Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
Date: 02/05/2017
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the prop…
NHTSA 23V734000
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery
Date: 01/11/2023
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.
NHTSA 12V029000
Air Bags › Side/Window
Date: 01/02/2012
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RAV4 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 24, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 19, 2011. IN THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAGS, PROPELLANT WITH THE INCORRECT SPECIFICATION WAS USED FOR THE INITIATOR ASSEMBLED IN THE AIRBAG INFLATOR. IN THIS CONDITION, …
NHTSA R/2017/328
Possibility Of A Fuel Leak
Date: 01-02-2018
In certain specific conditions fuel may leak from the low pressure line due to a compatibility issue between the fuel filter and fuel line connector.
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🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
!BRAKE
Brake System WarningBrakes
K
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
+−
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
!BRAKE
ABS WarningBrakes
!BRAKE
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
!BRAKE
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
!
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
S
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
N
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
!
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
Master Warning (Toyota)Electrical
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
?
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
L
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
L
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
AC
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
A
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
Pre-Collision System Off (Toyota)ADAS
Lane Departure Alert Off (Toyota)ADAS
Slip Indicator (Toyota)Chassis
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
L
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
A
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
A
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
A
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
A
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
!
Door Open WarningBody
!
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
READY Light (Toyota)Electrical
EV Mode Indicator (Toyota)Electrical
B-Ready (EV Brake) (Toyota)Brakes
📢 GEMELDETE BESCHWERDEN & PROBLEME (NHTSA)

9171 Beschwerden von Haltern bei der US-amerikanischen National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) für Toyota Rav4 über die Modelljahre 1996–2025. Es sind echte, verifizierte Meldungen von Fahrzeughaltern.

795 crash reports 287 fires 574 injuries 12 deaths
Beschwerden nach Modelljahr (die häufigsten zuerst)
Modelljahr 20071002
Modelljahr 2019860
Modelljahr 2006703
Modelljahr 2020614
Modelljahr 2008575
Modelljahr 2002529
Modelljahr 2010400
Modelljahr 2021366
Am häufigsten gemeldete Bauteile (alle Jahre)
Power Train1259
Engine1234
Electrical System1220
Unknown Or Other976
Steering877
Vehicle Speed Control809
Beispiele für Meldungen
2024 Toyota RAV4 XLE AWD, VIN [XXX]. Steering defect appeared at approximately 12,000 miles (April 2025). Vehicle pulls significantly to the right, requiring constant steering correction. Driver must continuously hold left side of steeri… (MY 2024)
Check engine light came on and noted a malfunction in the electronic control of the engine, throttle or transmission. When taken to the dealer they found code P012807 related to engine cooling and suggested a replacement of the thermosta… (MY 2020)
RADIO NOT UPDATING (MY 2015)
Audio stopped working, display keeps rebooting (MY 2015)

Quelle: NHTSA-Beschwerdedatenbank (U.S. data.gov). Die Daten decken die Produktionsjahre 1996–2025 ab.

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What tyres does the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025) use?

The original OEM tyre size for the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025) is 215/55 R16. Compatible alternative sizes: ["225/65R17", "235/55R19", "245/45R19", "235/50R20", "235/60R18"]. See the Tyres section on this page to compare offers from the main suppliers.

What is the right battery for the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025)?

The battery specified for the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025) is group 35 (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 550A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.

Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025)?

Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.

How often should the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025) be serviced?

Routine maintenance for the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.

This spec sheet is updated with data verified from OEM sources and shop databases. If you spot an inaccuracy or have additional data on the Toyota Rav4 (1996–2025), let us know — every correction improves quality for all users.

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