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."
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The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is associated with 218 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 42 reports (19% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 9 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2.5L 4-Cyl hybrid, 2.5L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid, and 2.5l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 28 to 40 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 94 MPGe (38 MPG on gasoline) with up to 42 miles of electric driving range. The 2023 Toyota RAV4 belongs to the 5th generation (XA50) RAV4 platform spanning model years 2019–2026.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 218 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: Electrical System (42 / 19%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 23 crash / 1 fire / 10 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 28–40 MPG across 9 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2023 Toyota RAV4?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 41 MPG | 38 MPG | 40 MPG | — | $1,550 / yr |
| RAV4 Prime 4WD Plug-in Hybrid | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 105 MPGe (40 MPG) | 84 MPGe (36 MPG) | 94 MPGe (38 MPG) | 42 mi EV (600 mi total) | $1,600 / yr |
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition Hybrid | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 38 MPG | 35 MPG | 37 MPG | — | $1,650 / yr |
| RAV4 | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 27 MPG | 35 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,050 / yr |
| RAV4 | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 27 MPG | 34 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,050 / yr |
| RAV4 AWD LE | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 27 MPG | 34 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,050 / yr |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 27 MPG | 33 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $2,100 / yr |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 MPG | 33 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,200 / yr |
| RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 MPG | 32 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,200 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2023 Toyota RAV4?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV FWD | 15.9% | ||||
| SUV AWD | 15.5% | ||||
| HYBRID SUV AWD | 15.5% | ||||
| PRIME SUV AWD | 13.3% |
Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2023 Toyota RAV4 models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2023 Toyota RAV4?
Summary of 218 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2023 Toyota RAV4 problems & component breakdown (85 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2023 Toyota RAV4?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
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.
Defect Summary: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota RAV4 vehicles equipped with 17" black alloy accessory wheels. During installation of the alloy wheels, the tire valve stem may have been improperly installed or damaged. In addition, the load carrying capacity label may state the incorrect weight. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2023 Toyota RAV4
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2023 Toyota RAV4
How many safety recalls does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 have?
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is associated with 3 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2023 Toyota RAV4?
NHTSA records list 218 consumer defect complaints for the 2023 Toyota RAV4. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Electrical System, appearing in 42 filings (19% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2023 Toyota RAV4?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2023 Toyota RAV4 earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 4 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 range from 28 to 40 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.