2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2019
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2019: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 27 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
11 of 22 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Service brakes
4 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. While driving 20- 30 MPH, the brake pedal failed to respond when it was depressed. As a result, the contact rear ended a Dodge van.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-27
As I pulled in to parking spot car accelerates hit wall and swerves and hits sparked vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-25
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 22 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
Structure
1 of 22 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
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The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact heard a water-slashing sound inside the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-21
Electrical system
1 of 22 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2019-09-20Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes19V544000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2019.
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2020-04-03Engine and engine cooling20V064000 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.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine including the engine block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 3, 2020.
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2020-08-10Suspension20V286000 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.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower suspension arms, free of charge. This recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V544000 · Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes
- Recall 20V064000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 20V286000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.