2024 Toyota RAV4
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 175
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2024
None on file
22% of complaints
Complaints per year
2024: 175 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 47 |
| 1997 | 54 |
| 1998 | 77 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 309 |
| 2002 | 527 |
| 2003 | 315 |
| 2004 | 154 |
| 2005 | 141 |
| 2006 | 705 |
| 2007 | 1,004 |
| 2008 | 575 |
| 2009 | 327 |
| 2010 | 400 |
| 2011 | 287 |
| 2012 | 260 |
| 2013 | 257 |
| 2014 | 197 |
| 2015 | 305 |
| 2016 | 239 |
| 2017 | 307 |
| 2018 | 332 |
| 2019 | 883 |
| 2020 | 639 |
| 2021 | 388 |
| 2022 | 145 |
| 2023 | 163 |
| 2024 | 175 |
| 2025 | 91 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
22% · 38 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On the [XXX] I purchased a TOYOTA RAV4 XLE AWB I VIN: [XXX] from Brampton East Toyota, 2 Maritime Ontario Blvd, Brampton, ON L6S 0C2 Canada.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-08
Also filed under Electrical system and steering
Electrical system
18% · 32 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Toyota addresses a front transfer case issue (groan/buzzing noise) on certain 2019â2020 RAV4 AWD vehicles (specifically Adventure and Limited grades) through a Voluntary Emissions Recall / Customer Support Program (No. 20TE03)…
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-15
Also filed under Power train
Steering
15% · 27 reportsForward collision avoidance
13% · 22 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Service brakes
10% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2025-01-23Service brakes, hydraulic, wheels24V911000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged components will be replaced, free of charge.
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2025-12-05Electrical system25V595000 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...
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.
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2025-12-05Back over prevention25V744000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Toyota RAV4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 38 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 32 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 27 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 24V911000 · Service brakes, hydraulic, wheels
- Recall 25V595000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V744000 · Back over prevention
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- Is the 2024 Toyota RAV4 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Toyota RAV4 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Toyota RAV4?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota RAV4 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.