Every 2023 Toyota RAV4 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 25V744000
Oct 30, 2025Back Over Prevention:Display Function
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V744000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 25V595000
Sep 11, 2025Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V595000 →Tires · NHTSA 23V485000
Nov 7, 2023Tires:Valve
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V485000 →
2023 Toyota RAV4 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 229 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Toyota RAV4, reporting 24 crashes, 1 fires, 16 injuries. Toyota has issued at least 126 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System88
- Unknown Or Other61
- Steering28
- Forward Collision Avoidance27
- Engine26
- Service Brakes21
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (134)
- Structure (76)
- Unknown Or Other (70)
- Engine (42)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (20)
- Equipment (6)
Read Toyota RAV4 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 229 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Toyota RAV4. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“1. System Failure & Availability: Vehicle's automated driver-assist (Lane Tracing/Keeping Assist) and steering modules failed. The vehicle is intact and available for inspection under a strict spoliation hold at an independent facility. 2.”
2023 TOYOTA RAV4Sep 28, 2026 · OH
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11767471
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Rav4 Prime. The contact parked the vehicle and the vehicle remained at the parking lot for one week. The contact returned and started the vehicle and the instrument cluster was black.”
2023 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRIDMar 24, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11726616
Crash
“On Friday Jan 30 around 3pm, this Rav 4 entered the short drive way in front of the garage. The car stopped, the automatic garage door was engaged. Suddenly, the car advanced, passing through the opening garage door and into and through the back wall of the garage.”
2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIMEFeb 7, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11716431
Injury reported
“Vehicle was traveling straight approximately 70–80 mph in very light drizzle. No warning lights or messages before the event. Vehicle suddenly entered an uncontrolled spin multiple times. During the spin, I heard a grinding noise.”
2023 TOYOTA RAV4Jul 4, 2026 · FL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11748288
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Rav4 Prime. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V595000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.”
2023 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRIDMar 23, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11726524
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