KnownCarProblems2024 Toyota RAV4 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 176 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Toyota RAV4, most often about the other or unspecified (28% of complaints). It is 20th of 26 RAV4 model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2024 Toyota RAV4 problems
Other or unspecified
49 complaints · 28%Engine
38 complaints · 22%The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started to shake abnormally. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as needed. The contact stated that the engine shut off and the…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that after driving for 45 minutes, the vehicle was parked. While attempting to restart the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The engine stopped; engine power was low, and the message ânot ready to driveâ was displayed. The contact…
Electrical
32 complaints · 18%The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, several alarms were activated. The vehicle was started on the third attempt; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was repaired but the failure…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that on several occasions while attempting to start the vehicle, the message to "place key fob next to start button" was displayed. The contact placed the key fob on the start button, and the vehicle started. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle…
Steering
27 complaints · 15%Driver assistance
19 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: automatic emergency braking, warnings, adaptive cruise control, blind spot detection.
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the pre-collision warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the pre-collision warning light illuminated; however, the warning light did eventually go off. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55-60 MPH on a freeway, the blind spot monitoring system intermittently failed to detect vehicles in adjacent lanes. The contact stated that the failure nearly resulted in two crashes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The…
Body and structure
16 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: body.
Brakes
16 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: foundation components.
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle did not stop as intended. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the contact was trying to avoid a crash. The contact stated that while trying to prevent…
Air bags
12 complaints · 7%The contact owns a 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle came from an intersection with a stop sign and turned left, but the contact was unable to see oncoming traffic. The contact then noticed another vehicle speeding towards her and she depressed the brake…
The contact owns aâ 2024 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH into a parking space, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration three times and crashed into a guard pipe. No warning light was illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy. The front passenger's side seat belt was loose and…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2024 Toyota RAV4 recalls
Backup camera: display function
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 defect summary
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."
Electrical: instrument cluster/panel
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 defect summary
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.
Wheels and tires: hub
Risk: A damaged brake line can cause a brake fluid leak, reducing brake performance and increasing the distance required to stop the vehicle. Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 23, 2025. Owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24ta14 and 24la08.
Full defect summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2024 rav4 and 2025 lexus nx vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result in a damaged caliper brake hose or possible wheel detachment.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2024 Toyota RAV4
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Toyota RAV4?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (49 complaints); engine (38 complaints); electrical (32 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota RAV4 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 30, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2024 a bad year for the Toyota RAV4?
- It is 20th of 26 RAV4 model years by number of complaints, with 176 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.