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2020 Toyota Rav4 Recalls & Known Issues

Check recalls and known issues for the 2020 Toyota Rav4. Safety information and reliability rating.

Reliability Overview

average

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 has 6 NHTSA recalls, mostly related to safety systems like airbags, steering, and engine integrity. While Toyota vehicles generally have strong reliability, these recalls and owner-reported issues suggest the 2020 model year has notable safety concerns requiring attention.

Open Recalls (6)

Air Bags

Breakaway pins within the steering column could have been damaged during production, possibly affecting the performance of the driver's air bag in the event of a crash.

Campaign: 20TB17 | Reported: 2021-01-18

Suspension

Front lower suspension arms may have cracks or improperly produced material, which can result in the suspension arm separating from the front wheel assembly, causing loss of vehicle control.

Campaign: 20V286 | Reported: 2020-05-20

Power Steering

Water may enter through the electric power steering gear box cover and cause a loss of electric power steering assist, particularly at low speeds.

Campaign: 19V846 | Reported: 2020-08-17

Engine

Porosity in the 2.5L engine castings may cause cracks that allow coolant to leak internally or externally, leading to overheating, stall risk, and potential engine oil leaks that raise fire risk.

Campaign: 20V335 | Reported: 2020-07-01

Air Bags

A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying in certain crashes.

Campaign: 23V865 | Reported: 2024-02-01

Tires

Spare tire inflation issues may result in incorrect spare tire pressure, affecting safety and performance.

Campaign: 20TB08 | Reported: 2020-06-15

Known Issues

Electric power steering assist loss

Typical mileage: 30,000-60,000

high

$1,200 - $2,500

Engine coolant leak from casting porosity

Typical mileage: 40,000-80,000

high

$3,500 - $6,000

Front lower control arm cracking

Typical mileage: 50,000-90,000

high

$800 - $1,500

Airbag not deploying due to OCS sensor failure

Typical mileage: 20,000-50,000

high

$300 - $600

Steering column breakaway pin damage

Typical mileage: 0-10,000

high

$1,500 - $2,200

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