TOYOTA RAV4 (2019) recall — Back Over Prevention
Toyota recalls 2019 RAV4s with backup camera that may not activate when reversing, increasing crash risk. Owners must have system inspected and repaired free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the backup camera system does not activate and the driver does not check his/her surroundings while reversing, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Toyota is recalling certain 2019 RAV4 vehicles because their backup camera system might not activate when reversing. This could lead to crashes if drivers don't check surroundings while backing up. Affected vehicles need a free repair from dealers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224472-toyota-2019-rav4-back-over-prevention-recall-backup-camera-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224472-toyota-2019-rav4-back-over-prevention-recall-backup-camera-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V576000
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“Toyota 2019 RAV4 Back Over Prevention Recall: Backup Camera Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224472-toyota-2019-rav4-back-over-prevention-recall-backup-camera-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #19V576000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V576000).
Why it’s dangerous
The backup camera system may not activate when the vehicle is in reverse due to a damaged electrical connector. This means drivers might not see obstacles behind them while reversing, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Toyota RAV4 vehicles are affected. Drivers who reverse frequently without checking surroundings are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2019 RAV4 models with a damaged electrical connector in the backup camera system. The recall started September 27, 2019, and affects vehicles that fail to comply with Federal Motor Safety Standard 111.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Toyota Customer Service
Call 1-888-270-9371 to get the recall information and schedule a repair.
Have Dealer Inspect System
Dealers will check the backup camera system and replace the audio display unit if needed at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the back-up camera system and replace the audio display unit, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0N.
Questions people ask
Why is my backup camera not working?
The recall is for vehicles with a damaged electrical connector that may prevent the backup camera from activating when reversing. This is not a problem with your camera itself.
How do I know if my 2019 RAV4 is affected?
Affected vehicles have a damaged electrical connector in the backup camera system and were produced after September 27, 2019. Check with Toyota customer service for confirmation.
Is there a risk of serious injury?
The recall states there is an increased risk of a crash if the backup camera doesn't activate and the driver doesn't check surroundings while reversing. This could lead to serious injury.
Contact Toyota
We’ve drafted a message you can send Toyota to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V576000 — Toyota Toyota Hello, I own a Toyota that is covered by recall 19V576000 from Toyota. The official recall notice states: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the back-up camera system and replace the audio display unit, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0N. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V576000 (June 8, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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