Toyota RAV4 Complaints (2020)

652 consumer complaints on file.

#11590766May 25, 2024
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1. I had to have Injector Fuel Service due to my vehicle having a sluggish feeling while driving from Stop to Start. The vehicle also had a throttling motion while driving. 2. A message appeared on dashboard after a recent visit to the dealership after normal maintenance service, “Engine Maintenance Required” “Reach out to Dealer.” This message specifically shows while I start up my vehicle and will not disappear if cancelled. “This is a warning for a coolant bypass valve failure”
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590350May 23, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Engine Maintenaince Required, Visit Dealer message came on, googled problem and Coolant Bypass Valve keeps popping up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590357May 23, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Coolant bypass valve failure. 2020 model year Vehicle has 38,000 miles with a failed coolant bypass valve.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590482May 23, 2024
SEATS
The contact called on behalf of her daughter who owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, her pregnant daughter attempted to move the driver's seat back, and the seat failed to respond as intended. The contact stated the vehicle could not be driven because the seat distance could not be adjusted to drive properly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590051May 22, 2024
ENGINE
The vehicle start showing the ( Engine maintenance required) message around 40k miles. The bypass coolant valve needs to be replaced. The dealership did confirm the issue. The issue will result in the engine overheating or seizure. A lot of people who own RAV4 2019-2024 had the same issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590086May 22, 2024
ENGINE
Engine maintenance required, contact dealer Alert displaying to replace coolant bypass valve. Vehicle has 38,144 miles. Internet search of this issue has been reported by several consumers with vehicles less then 4 years old. Not covered under warranty and quoted at $700- ridiculous!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590020May 21, 2024
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the driver's side sideview mirror was vibrating excessively, distorting the image seen. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 53,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589404May 18, 2024
ENGINE
Engine Maintenance Required
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589370May 17, 2024
AIR BAGS
The contact owned a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at 55MPH, another vehicle crashed into the vehicle head-on. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was transported to the hospital by ambulance. The contact sustained a bruised chest and severe pain that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed, however, the contact was unaware of the whereabouts. The insurance company deemed the vehicle totaled. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags). However, a notice was received after the crash. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure was unavailable.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589158May 16, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the "Engine Maintenance Required" warning illuminated. The contact stated that the instrument cluster displayed the warning; however, all information, including the speedometer, mileage, fuel, and temperature gauge went blank. The contact stated that power was not lost and was able to continue driving to the destination. The contact stated that when the vehicle was turned off and restarted, the instrument cluster functioned as needed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had become a recurring failure and occurred at various speeds. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589085May 16, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Toyota RAV 4 vehicles prior to their 2023 versions are subject to CAN bus injection attacks resulting in the theft of the vehicle. I demand that Toyota provide the encryption fix to all previous years of vehicles and/or provide a physical method for protecting vulnerable spots where CAN bus attacks can occur. Methods like air gapping connections to devices accessible to the outside of the vehicle as well as better encryption for their keys.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11588958May 15, 2024
ENGINE
Engine maintenance light comes on this is not the maintenance light this morning light is not in the owner's manual I had to Google the problem to find out the answer it is a faulty coolant bypass valve my car has 47,000 miles other people have reported the same issue Toyota won't acknowledge and won't fix the problem there are complaints from many other people about this
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11588981May 15, 2024
ENGINE
engine maintenance required light, after much research it shows it is a common defect in 2019-2022 models. Coolant Bypass Valve malfunction or failure. This can lead to overheating/fire. Appeared at 70k, all maintenance done by certified toyota dealership
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11588996May 15, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
OVER A PERIOD OF TME WATER HAS BEEN COLLECTING IN THE RIGHT REAR DOOR. UPON DOING SOME RESEARCH I FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH THE RAV4 OF THIS PARTICLE YEAR. DURING MY SEARCH I FOUND OUT THAT THERE ARE DRAIN HOLES AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR UNDER A RUBBER GASKET. I LIFTED THE GASKET UP AND THERE WAS A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER THAT CAME OUT. AFTER A COUPLE MORE RAINS THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED FROM AND TOLD THEM THE PROBLEM AND THEY STATED THAT THE GASKET ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED , BUT NOT ONLY THE RIGHT REAR DOOR BUT ALL THREE OF THE OTHER DOORS AS WELL, BUT COULD NOT EXPLAIN TO ME HOW THE WATER WAS GETTING IN THE DOORS. I HAD TO PAY OVER $500 IN ORDER TO GET THIS REPAIR WHICH I FEEL THE COST SHOULD BE ABSORBED BY TOYOTA BECAUSE A DESIGN FLAW. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11588156May 10, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the "Engine Maintenance Required to Visit Your Dealer" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic was performed. The contact was informed that the coolant bypass valve was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure; the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 26,643.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11587796May 9, 2024
STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound of slushing water coming from inside the front driver’s side door panels. Additionally, water from the door panels had leaked into the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who informed the contact that the door seals were faulty and needed to be replaced, and the drainage holes needed to be modified. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact was concerned that mold contamination might occur due to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 6,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11587648May 8, 2024
ENGINE
“Engine Maintenance Required” appeared on the screen and immediately took the vehicle to my local dealership. Dealer claims “Engine coolant bypass valve” Has malfunctioned and needs to be replaced. They are charging $697.54 for the repair. After a little research online including nhtsa.gov this seems to be an extremely common issue and needs to be recalled.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11587424May 7, 2024
ENGINE
2020 rav4 coolant bypass valve problem. This is an issue that is been happening in the 2019 and 2020 models even with less than 55,000 miles on it. My vehicle milage is 52,000 and now I'm having this problem and the dealer is charging $700.00 to fix the issue. I thought that Toyota vehicles were reliable but this is ridiculous.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11587072May 5, 2024
ENGINE
I just bought my 2020 RAV4 in November with the lifetime powertrain warranty. By April, I had a “Engine Maintenance Required” light that would not go away. I took it to the dealership and it was my coolant bypass valve. $800 later, it’s fixed. Not covered under any warranty. Very common issue that Toyota charges a lot to fix.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11586887May 3, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Coolant bypass valve
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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