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2020 Toyota RAV4 problems

Owners have filed 808 complaints about the 2020 Toyota RAV4 with NHTSA. Engine accounts for 22.3% of them, the clear leader, ahead of electrical system at 14.7%. A further 15.0% were filed without a specific system named.

Complaints808

Crashes30

Fires7

Injuries30

Deaths0

What owners report breaking

Engine 22.3% · 180

Unknown or other 15.0% · 121

Electrical system 14.7% · 119

Fuel/propulsion system 11.1% · 90

Structure 7.5% · 61

Air bags 6.8% · 55

Power train 4.7% · 38

Steering 3.3% · 27

Severity

Of those complaints, 30 describe a crash, 7 describe a fire and 30 report an injury.

Reading the numbers

Across the 25 model years of the Toyota RAV4 in this data, 2020 sits 4th by complaint volume. 2007 draws the most.

Filings are rising, 358 in the last three years against 274 in the three before. For a vehicle this age that usually points to a wear-related failure owners are hitting now.

The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 3,011 miles.

In owners' own words

Engine Coolant Bypass Valve Failed expecting close to $1000 for repair. This is not a normal failing part. 2019-2023 rav4 and corollas have this faulty valve that fails prematurely. It is well documented throughout the internet and forums of people having the same issue. 3 dealerships I have spoken with list this as a well known issue that is common with the car. It throws engine maintenance required sign non stop. Engine

Coolant bypass valve is faulty, coolant leaks into sensor. Coolant regulation is important for maintaining proper engine temperature and failure with this system can lead to larger engine issues, possibly leading to catastrophic engine failure. Problem verified by independent mechanic and dealer. Issue was inspected by dealer. The message âEngine Maintenance Required // Visit Your Dealerâ displays on dash. Engine

The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the "Engine Maintenance Required" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the coolant bypass control value needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. Engine · reported at 60,000 miles

Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Safety recalls

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Other Toyota RAV4 years

2017 419 complaints · 26.0% electrical system 2018 448 complaints · 29.7% electrical system 2019 1,186 complaints · 21.5% fuel/propulsion system 2021 530 complaints · 23.6% air bags 2022 232 complaints · 17.2% electrical system 2023 272 complaints · 15.1% electrical system

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