Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2025 Toyota RAV4Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 94 owner complaints for the 2025 Toyota RAV4. Most complaints involve electrical system (17) and engine (14). The EPA rates it 28–38 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
28–38mpg
EPA · 5 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Apr 2026
Owner complaints
94
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$1,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Seats: critical fasteners

Free remedy

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 RAV 4 vehicles. The front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly.

SeatsReported Apr 22, 2026NHTSA 26V256000

Back over prevention: display function

Free remedy

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."

Back over preventionReported Oct 30, 2025NHTSA 25V744000

Electrical system: instrument cluster

Free remedy

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.

Electrical systemReported Sep 11, 2025NHTSA 25V595000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

94 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2025 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system17
  2. Engine14
  3. Service brakes8
  4. Visibility/wiper8
  5. Structure8
  6. Vehicle speed control7
  7. Forward collision avoidance7
  8. Tires6
  9. Fuel/propulsion system6

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each RAV4 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
199647
199757
199885
199963
200040
2001314
2002555
2003327
2004154
2005141
2006704
20071,003
2008575
2009327
2010400
2011287
2012266
2013261
2014207
2015305
2016239
2017307
2018333
2019884
2020639
2021389
2022149
2023164
2024176
202594
Crashes reported
10
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
12
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

17 reports1 crash
“Toyota Infotainment System Failure and Request to Expand Existing Recall to Include Affected Vehicles I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious and ongoing infotainment system failure in my Toyota vehicle. My vehicle is experiencing the same / similar infotainment system problems that have been identified in Toyota vehicles covered under an existing recall. However, when I checked my vehicle identification number (VIN), my vehicle was not included in the recall, despite experiencing the same reported issues. I'm extremely concerned that Toyota has limited the scope of this recall without adequately addressing all affected vehicles. If vehicles outside the current recall population are experiencing the same symptoms and failures, this raises questions about whether the recall adequately identifies the full population of potentially affected vehicles. The infotainment center is an important part of the vehicle's operation. It controls and displays essential functions such as the backup camera, navigation, vehicle settings, Bluetooth communications, and other driver-assistance information. A malfunctioning or failed system creates distractions, interfere…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 30, 2026Electrical system, Unknown or otherODI 11774743

Engine

14 reports3 crashes
“was parking car in parking space when applying brakes the car revved up and lunged forward hitting a curb and with foot more firmly pressing brake pedal the car revved up more lunged forward with enough force to jump the curb and ran into a dirt embankment stopping the car. There were no warning lights, messages or other symptoms of a problem. The vehicle has not been inspected but am working on getting it inspected by a investigator. The investigation has only begun so have no information on what or why this happened.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 23, 2026Electrical system, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemCrash reportedODI 11773141

Service brakes

8 reports2 crashes
“Driving my one owner 2025 Rav 4 Hybrid- pulling into a parking spot while gently pressing on the brake to slow car. Car was slowing then suddenly accelerated while brake pedal still being pressed, lunged forward and hit a wall in front of the parking space. No warning lamps/alarms went off and drivers seat belt did not engage. Called dealership to report incident.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 1, 2026Exterior lighting, Service brakes, EngineODI 11761382
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

5 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid · 2.5L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S6) · Automatic (S8)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive · Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
EV range
600 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
RAV4 PHEV AWD
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
403638$1,70072
RAV4
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
273530$2,150292
RAV4 AWD LE
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
273430$2,150296
RAV4 AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start · All-Wheel Drive
273329$2,200301
RAV4 AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI · All-Wheel Drive
253328$2,300320
  • RAV4 PHEV AWD
    Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    40 city · 36 hwy · $1,700/yr
    38
    mpg comb.
  • RAV4
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    27 city · 35 hwy · $2,150/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
  • RAV4 AWD LE
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    27 city · 34 hwy · $2,150/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
  • RAV4 AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start
    27 city · 33 hwy · $2,200/yr
    29
    mpg comb.
  • RAV4 AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
    25 city · 33 hwy · $2,300/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.5%
Overall
5 / 5
Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 20261Vehicle 20260
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2025 RAV4 questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota RAV4 have?

3 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2025 Toyota RAV4 problems?

Owners filed 94 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (17), engine (14), service brakes (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2025 Toyota RAV4 get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Toyota RAV4 at 28–38 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).

How safe is the 2025 Toyota RAV4?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Toyota RAV4 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026