TOYOTA RAV4 (2018) recall — Electrical System
Toyota recalls certain 2013-2018 RAV4 models due to a battery short circuit risk that could cause fire. Owners must have the battery clamp sub-assembly replaced free of charge by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
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What happened, in plain English
Toyota is recalling some 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles because certain batteries may not fit properly, causing short circuits that could lead to fire. This affects owners who received owner letters by December 2024. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225439-toyota-rav4-2018-electrical-system-recall-fire-risk-from-battery.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225439-toyota-rav4-2018-electrical-system-recall-fire-risk-from-battery · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V734000
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“Toyota RAV4 2018 Electrical System Recall: Fire Risk from Battery Short Circuit.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225439-toyota-rav4-2018-electrical-system-recall-fire-risk-from-battery. Based on NHTSA recall #23V734000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V734000).
Why it’s dangerous
A battery may not fit correctly in the tray, causing it to move and touch the hold-down bracket. This short circuit can lead to fire, especially if the battery is not properly secured.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles who received owner letters by December 27, 2024, are affected. Drivers with the specific recall numbers 23TB13 or 23TA13 are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for owner letters mailed December 27, 2024, or recall numbers 23TB13 and 23TA13 on your vehicle. The recall applies to 2013-2018 RAV4 models.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Toyota Customer Service
Call 1-800-331-4331 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a replacement.
Get Battery Replacement Kit
Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.
Questions people ask
Why is my RAV4 being recalled?
Certain batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, causing short circuits that could lead to fire.
When will I get the replacement parts?
Phase 2 of the recall starts May 14, 2025, with additional notifications in late July 2025.
Do I need to do anything if I don't have the recall numbers?
If you received an owner letter by December 27, 2024, you are affected. Otherwise, check with Toyota customer service.
Contact Toyota
We’ve drafted a message you can send Toyota to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V734000 — Toyota Toyota Hello, I own a Toyota that is covered by recall 23V734000 from Toyota. The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13. 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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Where this comes from
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 #23V734000 (January 11, 2023)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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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