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Toyota RAV4 by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 12 model years of the Toyota RAV4 (2015–2026). The 2026 model is rated 38–43 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 28 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Toyota RAV4 years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 RAV4 | 6 | 38–43 mpg | 2 | 42 | — |
| 2025 RAV4 | 7 | 28–39 mpg | 4 | 106 | 5/5 |
| 2024 RAV4 | 7 | 28–39 mpg | 4 | 177 | 5/5 |
| 2023 RAV4 | 8 | 28–40 mpg | 3 | 171 | 5/5 |
| 2022 RAV4 | 7 | 28–40 mpg | 2 | 154 | 5/5 |
| 2021 RAV4 | 7 | 28–40 mpg | 1 | 411 | 5/5 |
| 2020 RAV4 | 7 | 27–40 mpg | 6 | 650 | 5/5 |
| 2019 RAV4 | 4 | 28–40 mpg | 8 | 905 | 5/5 |
| 2018 RAV4 | 5 | 24–32 mpg | 3 | 348 | 5/5 |
| 2017 RAV4 | 5 | 24–32 mpg | 3 | 321 | 5/5 |
| 2016 RAV4 | 5 | 24–32 mpg | 3 | 257 | 5/5 |
| 2015 RAV4 | 4 | 24–26 mpg | 4 | 304 | 5/5 |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Toyota RAV4 recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Toyota RAV4 year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V659000 — Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Engine control module (ecu/ecm): Software, reported Oct 7, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V571000 — Equipment: Other: Labels, reported Sep 2, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V256000 — Seats: Critical fasteners, reported Apr 22, 2026; model years 2025
- 26V179000 — Equipment: Other: Labels, reported Mar 24, 2026; model years 2024, 2025
- 25V744000 — Back over prevention: Display function, reported Oct 30, 2025; model years 2023, 2024, 2025
- 25V595000 — Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel, reported Sep 11, 2025; model years 2023, 2024, 2025
- 24V911000 — Wheels: Hub, reported Dec 5, 2024; model years 2024
- 23V865000 — Air bags: Sensor: Occupant classification, reported Dec 20, 2023; model years 2020, 2021
- 23V734000 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery, reported Nov 1, 2023; model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
- 23V485000 — Tires: Valve, reported Jul 11, 2023; model years 2023
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 27, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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