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2023 Toyota RAV4

The problems owners report. The recalls to check. The evidence behind each.

NHTSA data through October 2026View original NHTSA data Change vehicle

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Complaint patterns and official recall records, kept distinct.

Owner complaints
164
Received Dec 2022 to Oct 2026
Official recalls listed
3
Naming this model year; check your VIN for applicability
BrakeNews flagged problems
4
Statistical signals, not official defect findings or recalls

Owner reports

Most reported problems

  1. 1
    Glass shatters or cracks without impact20 complaints · 12% of this vehicle’s complaints
  2. 2
    Power steering cuts out while driving14 complaints · 8.5% of this vehicle’s complaints
  3. 3
    Engine suddenly shuts off while driving10 complaints · 6.1% of this vehicle’s complaints
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Official NHTSA records

Recalls to check

  • Recall #25V744000Toyota 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."
  • Recall #25V595000Toyota 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.
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BrakeNews signals

Flagged complaint patterns

Unusual complaint patterns with no matched recall yet. A flag does not mean a recall will happen.

How flags are identified

Complaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 19 crashes, 1 fire, 15 people injured, 0 deaths.

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Where do owners report problems?

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Showing all 15 listed problems by system.

Engine & powertrain

1 more problem

Brakes

Electrical & lights

Airbags, belts & seats

Steering, suspension & tires

Body, doors & glass

Driver assistance

Other

No problems in this category meet this page’s listing criteria. This does not establish that the system is free of problems.

Complaint history

When NHTSA received these reports. Changes in reporting alone do not establish a change in failure rates.

Complaints received about the 2023 Toyota RAV4
11
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MonthComplaints
December 20221
January 20230
February 20230
March 20230
April 20232
May 20231
June 20233
July 20232
August 20234
September 20232
October 20235
November 20232
December 20232
January 20244
February 20243
March 20242
April 20245
May 20243
June 20245
July 20242
August 20245
September 20243
October 20240
November 20240
December 20244
January 20252
February 20254
March 20252
April 202511
May 202510
June 20250
July 20256
August 20251
September 20253
October 20256
November 20255
December 20252
January 20261
February 20263
March 20268
April 20263
May 20263
June 20266
July 20269
August 20266
September 20266
October 20267
Total164

Problems owners report

Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.

ProblemComplaintsShareShare ratioStatus
Glass shatters or cracks without impact2012%3.7×BrakeNews flag · First signal: Sep 2023
Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 4.8%
Power steering cuts out while driving148.5%6.7×BrakeNews flag · First signal: Apr 2025
Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 2.3%
Engine suddenly shuts off while driving106.1%2.9×BrakeNews flag · First signal: May 2025
Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 3.6%
Infotainment screen ghost-touches and changes on its own95.5%3.8×
Unintended acceleration despite braking95.5%2.1×
Rearview backup camera fails or goes black84.9%1.8×NHTSA recall #25V744000
Airbags fail to deploy in crashes63.7%–
Tires blow out or tread separates63.7%3.5×
Automatic emergency braking applies without reason53.0%2.1×
Water leaks into cabin during rain42.4%5.7×BrakeNews flag · First signal: Oct 2025
Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 1.5%
Rear door latch fails to open or close42.4%2×
Instrument cluster or speedometer fails42.4%3.9×NHTSA recall #25V595000
Seat belt fails to latch or retract31.8%–
Fuel tank or line leaks gasoline31.8%–
Fuel gauge reads erratically or incorrectly31.8%–

AI groups complaints by meaning; the groups are approximate. Share ratio compares the problem’s share of this vehicle’s complaints with its share on other vehicles over the last 24 months (shown from 3 recent complaints). A 2× ratio means twice the complaint share, not twice the failure risk. Flags mark unusual shares or recent surges after an AI review of the complaint content. “First signal” does not mean the pattern has persisted continuously.How recall estimates are calculated.

Recalls

  • NHTSA recall #25V744000October 30, 20251,024,407 vehicles affected

    back over prevention: display function

    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."

    A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    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.

  • NHTSA recall #25V595000September 11, 2025591,377 vehicles affected

    electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

    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.

    An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    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.

  • NHTSA recall #23V485000July 11, 2023195 vehicles affected

    tires: valve

    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."

    A damaged or improperly installed valve stem may allow air to leak and/or the tires to be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.

    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.

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About this data

NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2023 Toyota RAV4.

Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.

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