Toyota RAV4 EV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Toyota RAV4 EV, across 3 model years (2012–2014). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Toyota RAV4 EV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No RAV4 EV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 RAV4 EV: 10 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2012 RAV4 EV: 6 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2013 RAV4 EV: 5 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Toyota RAV4 EV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Toyota RAV4 EV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 RAV4 EV | 10 | 3 | — | Power Train | |
| 2013 RAV4 EV | 5 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2012 RAV4 EV | 6 | 3 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota RAV4 EV years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (10), 2012 (6), 2013 (5). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Toyota RAV4 EV?
Power Train, with 9 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Toyota RAV4 EV have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.