2020 Toyota Rav4 Recalls & Known Issues
Check recalls and known issues for the 2020 Toyota Rav4. Safety information and reliability rating.
Reliability Overview
goodThe 2020 Toyota RAV4 has generally good reliability, but it does have several NHTSA recalls affecting suspension, steering, electrical, seat belt, and fuel-system components. Owner-reported issues are usually more minor than major, with the most common complaints involving transmission feel, infotainment behavior, and occasional suspension or electrical annoyances.
Open Recalls (5)
Suspension
Certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and 2020 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with electric power steering may have a front lower suspension arm with improper forging that can crack and separate from the wheel assembly, increasing crash risk.
Campaign: 20V024 | Reported: 2020-01-09
Steering
Certain 2020 Toyota RAV4 vehicles may have an improperly manufactured steering intermediate shaft assembly that can separate, leading to a loss of steering control.
Campaign: 20V396 | Reported: 2020-07-01
Electrical System
Certain 2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may have an incorrect wire harness that can cause the parking lights and tail lights to remain illuminated, potentially draining the battery.
Campaign: 20V613 | Reported: 2020-10-08
Seat Belts
Certain 2020 RAV4 vehicles may have a front seat belt anchorage bolt that was not tightened properly, which could reduce occupant protection in a crash.
Campaign: 21V143 | Reported: 2021-03-01
Fuel System, Gasoline
Certain 2020 RAV4 vehicles may have a fuel delivery pipe that can crack and leak fuel, increasing the risk of fire.
Campaign: 22V014 | Reported: 2022-01-12
Known Issues
Direct shift CVT hesitation or jerky low-speed operation
Typical mileage: 10,000-80,000
$0 - $3,500
Rattles or creaks from suspension bushings/struts over rough roads
Typical mileage: 20,000-90,000
$150 - $1,200
Infotainment screen freezing, Bluetooth disconnects, or Apple CarPlay glitches
Typical mileage: 0-70,000
$0 - $800
Wind noise and occasional water intrusion around door/window seals
Typical mileage: 15,000-100,000
$100 - $1,000
12V battery drain complaints, often tied to software or accessory load
Typical mileage: 0-60,000
$150 - $600
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