2023 Toyota RAV4 Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota RAV4, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
3
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
238
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2023 RAV4 and 238 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is electrical system, with 81 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER63
- STEERING29
- ENGINE27
- SERVICE BRAKES22
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM13
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL13
- POWER TRAIN12
2023 RAV4 Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · 25V744000
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 camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · 25V595000
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 (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
TIRES:VALVE · 23V485000
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 label may state the incorrect weight. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheel valve stems and replace the load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 18, 2023. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 23R1.
2023 RAV4 Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-SB-0110-20 Rev2 | Aug 20, 2026 | ENGINE | OBSOLETE NOTICE August 20, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0051-26. | 11037202 |
| T-SB-0051-26 | Aug 20, 2026 | ENGINE | This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries. | 11037201 |
| 26TC03 | Aug 17, 2026 | ENGINE | TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMISSION NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL 26TC03 Certain 2022 – 2025 Model Year RAV4 Incorrect Mass Air Flow Sensor Reading | 11037196 |
| 26TC03 | Aug 17, 2026 | ENGINE | In wet conditions, water contacting the radiator in the subject vehicles after idling for an extended period can create steam that can cause an incorrect engine sensor reading.… | 11037195 |
| 26TC03 | Jul 16, 2026 | ENGINE | TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMISSION NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL 26TC03 Certain 2022 – 2025 Model Year RAV4 Incorrect Mass Air Flow Sensor Reading | 11036128 |
| 26TC03 | Jul 9, 2026 | ENGINE | TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMISSION NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL 26TC03 Certain 2022 – 2025 Model Year RAV4 Incorrect Mass Air Flow Sensor Reading | 11036123 |
| 26TC03 | Jul 9, 2026 | ENGINE | In wet conditions, water contacting the radiator in the subject vehicles after idling for an extended period can create steam that can cause an incorrect engine sensor reading.… | 11036122 |
| 22TE09 | May 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first),… | 11033412 |
| T-SB-0029-26 | Apr 24, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | A new head unit software update is available for 2023 – 2024 model year RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, and RAV4 Prime vehicles equipped with Toyota Multimedia (earlier than version 1861).… | 11032486 |
| T-SB-0023-26 | Apr 1, 2026 | ENGINE | Some customers may experience a rough running engine with a MIL ON P140018 DTC. Upon further inspection, a loose C90/C27 connector pin at the EGR valve may be found. To correct… | 11032467 |
| T-SB-0104-21 Rev2 | Feb 27, 2026 | ENGINE | OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete. | 11029896 |
| T-TT-0797-26 | Jan 12, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Some RAV4 vehicles power seat where the automatic seat adjustment by the memory function does not work. | 11028713 |
| T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 | Jan 7, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remedi… | 11028712 |
| 22TE09 | Jan 6, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first),… | 11028711 |
| T-SB-0089-25 | Dec 2, 2025 | ENGINE | Some 2021 – 2025 model year RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid and RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P019064 (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor   | 11027554 |
| 25TD01 | Sep 25, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The subject vehicles are equipped with a rear motor unit and an HV Floor Under Wire that provide high voltage to operate the motor. Mud, water, or road salt could potentially en… | 11024098 |
| 25TD01 | Sep 24, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 25TD01 REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE CORROSION CERTAIN 2019 - 2024 RAV4 HV (AWD), 2021- 2024 RAV4 PRIME, 2020-2024 HIGHLANDER HV (AWD), 2021-2024 VENZA HV… | 11024097 |
| 25TD01 | Sep 24, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The subject vehicles are equipped with a rear motor unit and an HV Floor Under Wire that provide high voltage to operate the motor. Mud, water, or road salt could potentially en… | 11024096 |
| 25TD01 | Sep 18, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 25TD01 REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE CORROSION CERTAIN 2019 - 2024 RAV4 HV (AWD) 2021- 2024 RAV4 PRIME 2020-2024 HIGHLANDER HV (AWD) 2021-2024 VENZA HV 20… | 11024090 |
| 25TD01 | Sep 18, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The subject vehicles are equipped with a rear motor unit and an HV Floor Under Wire that provide high voltage to operate the motor. Mud, water, or road salt could potentially en… | 11024089 |
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