2023 Toyota Rav4 problems

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The Toyota RAV4 (Japanese: トヨタ・RAV4, Hepburn: Toyota Ravufō) is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. It is known for starting the wave of compact crossovers.

It made its debut in Japan and Europe in 1994, and in North America in 1995, being launched in January 1996. The vehicle was designed for consumers wanting a vehicle that had most of the benefits of SUVs, such as increased cargo room, higher visibility, and the option of full-time four-wheel drive, along with the manoeuvrability and fuel economy of a compact car. The vehicle's name is an abbreviation of "Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive", or "Robust Accurate Vehicle with 4-wheel drive", although not all models come equipped with the four-wheel drive system.

For the third-generation model, Toyota offered both short- and long-wheelbase versions of the RAV4. Short-wheelbase versions were sold in Japan and Europe; long-wheelbase versions in Australia and North America. Toyota of Japan also sold the longer-wheelbase version as the Toyota Vanguard (Japanese: トヨタ・ヴァンガード, Hepburn: Toyota Vangādo) at Toyopet Store dealership chain from 2005 through 2016. RAV4 for the Japanese market were sold at two different Toyota dealership chains, Corolla Store and Netz.

In 2019, the RAV4 was the best-selling SUV of any type in the world, and the fourth best-selling passenger car overall. North America is the largest market, with 535,000 units sold in 2019, followed by Europe (133,000) and China (127,000). By February 2020, a total of 10 million RAV4s had been sold globally.

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Common 2023 Toyota Rav4 problems

Based on complaints from owners of the Toyota RAV4 2023, several common problems have been reported:

  • Excessive Road Noise:
    • Many owners have complained about excessive road noise while driving the 2023 RAV4, which can be distracting and affect the overall driving experience.
    • The noise level has been described as high enough to make conversations difficult and music hard to hear, impacting the comfort of the ride.
  • Electrical Problems:
    • Issues with the electrical system have been reported, such as backup camera flickering and display screen malfunctions.
    • Some owners have faced challenges with the backup camera flickering after a few days of use, leading to disappointment and concerns about the vehicle's reliability.
  • Steering Wheel Problems:
    • Certain models of the RAV4, particularly the 2006-2008 versions, have been associated with clunking noises while steering and difficulties with the electric power steering system.
    • Owners have reported issues with the steering wheel freezing up suddenly, making it hard to steer and potentially increasing the risk of accidents.
  • Transmission Lagging:
    • The 2023 Toyota RAV4 has been noted for transmission issues, including hesitation when accelerating from a slow roll or lower gear, resulting in lurches during acceleration.
    • Similar problems were observed in earlier models like the 2001-2003 RAV4s, with reports of shifting problems, jerking transmissions, and ECM failures.

These common problems reported by owners of the Toyota RAV4 2023 highlight various issues ranging from infotainment system malfunctions to mechanical and electrical concerns. Addressing these issues promptly and seeking professional assistance can help ensure a smoother driving experience and maintain the vehicle's reliability.

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Does the 2023 RAV4 have transmission problems?

If you don't routinely and always change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2023 Toyota RAV4 transmission will expeditiously slip. Check your car's owner's manual for more facts on the specific mileage intervals in which your transmission needs the fluid changed.

How reliable is the Toyota RAV4 2023?

The 2023 Toyota RAV4 has a predicted reliability score of 81 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.

Are there any recalls on 2023 RAV4?

(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.

What is the common problem of Toyota RAV4?

The RAV4's issues include excessive oil consumption, steering wheel problems, lagging transmissions, fuel system problems, and electrical complications, among other troubles. Here, you'll see which RAV4 model years frequently experience what issues and what might cause them.

Does the 2023 RAV4 have transmission problems?

If you don't routinely and always change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2023 Toyota RAV4 transmission will expeditiously slip. Check your car's owner's manual for more facts on the specific mileage intervals in which your transmission needs the fluid changed.

What is the common problem of Toyota RAV4?

The RAV4's issues include excessive oil consumption, steering wheel problems, lagging transmissions, fuel system problems, and electrical complications, among other troubles. Here, you'll see which RAV4 model years frequently experience what issues and what might cause them.

How reliable is a Toyota RAV4 2023?

The 2023 Toyota RAV4 has a predicted reliability score of 81 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.

Is the 2023 RAV4 still noisy?

The RAV4 Hybrid's ride is pretty firm; it's easily unsettled by bumps, and there's a noticeable — and uncomfortable — amount of impact harshness. Most of the SUV's excessive noise comes from the powertrain. There's some wind noise, too, but that's not the biggest offender.

2023 Toyota Rav4 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Rav4 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Unknown or other problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Engine problems
  • Service brakes problems
  • Structure problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2023 Toyota Rav4 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 2023 Toyota Rav4

The NHTSA has received 56 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2023 Toyota Rav4. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2023 Toyota Rav4 vehicles.

2024-09-30

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-22
  • VIN: JTME6RFV0PD
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: While driving at about 30 mph on [XXX] on Sunday, [XXX] at [XXX] the moonroof suddenly exploded. It sounded like a gunshot and startled me. I was not going under an overpass, there were no people nearby who would have thrown anything at the car, and I was not following another vehicle. I believe the glass shattered as result of mechanical defect. The moonroof was closed at the time so I was not hit with flying glass, but the situation could have been quite dangerous had the roof been open. I also think the loud sound of glass exploding could cause other motorists to jerk the wheel in shock at the loud noise. Naturally, there were shards of glass flying off my vehicle afterward, which creates something of a road hazard for anyone following behind. I have had the moonroof inspected by the Toyota dealer. They advise that glass is not covered under warranty, which is nonsense because at the least it violates the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. But, it is hard to prove a manufacturer's defect so I will be submitting a claim through insurance. In my opnion, Toyota should cover the repair costs as I did nothing wrong and was not hit by a foreign object. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-09-28

SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-27
  • VIN: 2T3D6RFV2PW
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: Under braking conditions and hitting a bump on a paved road, the vehicle will have a 1 to 3 second momentary loss of braking. At the same time, a grinding noise, similar to (if not the same as) the ABS system is heard, and the VSC light flashes. The occurrence of this problem is unpredictable, the severity is inconsistent. It happens across various ranges of brake pressure/deceleration rates and speeds. No accident has occurred to date with this vehicle, but we have had close calls. In some cases, our vehicle has inadvertently entered controlled intersections due to loss of braking. Dealer has inspected the problem but has been unable to replicate or resolve to date. Based on internet research, this appears to be a common problem. Very concerned this could occur at the wrong time and lead to an accident, causing injury or death due to behaviors of the vehicle's braking (and loss of) being outside the driver's control.
2024-09-15

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-15
  • VIN: 4T3D6RFV9PU
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: Sunroof glass blew out. Driving down road, no traffic, sounded like a shotgun blast. Pulled over and saw the sunroof had a hole and the rest was crystallized. Had the interior cover been pulled back we would have been showered with broken glass.
2024-08-20

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-08-20
  • VIN: 4T3D6RFV5PU
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: The paint of the exterior body is peeling off after becoming bubble on the surface. It appears all over the body including hood, roof, doors, etc. For reference, please see attached photos. This can eventually start rusting. This has come to know only after using a car for a year and four months, which proves this needs to be addressed because it may be going to start rusting other parts of the body or structural components. Car is available for inspection, on request.
2024-08-19

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-08-19
  • VIN: 2T3W1RFV5PW
  • Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
  • Summary: UNKNOWN. I drove my car off the dealership lot and not even 10 minutes into my ride home, as I pulled of the highway, I noticed that the RPM of the vehicle was slowing down. I pressed down harder on the gas to get it to accelerate but it just kept jerking and slowing down. Eventually I tried to get off to the side of the road and the car stopped in the middle of two lanes. The Check Engine, Battery warning and Electric Power Steering lights all came on the dashboard. There was also another error message: Engine Stopped Steering Power Low. I called the dealership and they came and towed the car. Not sure what the issue is but saw on some forums that this has happened to other RAV4 owners on used and brand new cars as well. Someone encouraged users to report it to the NHTSA so Toyota is aware of the issue.
2024-08-11

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-08-07
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JTMW1RFV8PD
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: While making a slow right turn into a carport (1-2 mph), the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own and crashed into the carport wall, continued to full throttle causing the tire to skip along side of the wall. The vehicle is currently not being used as we continue with the process with our insurance provider and begin to initiate contact with the car dealer. There were no warning lights or indications of a malfunctioning vehicle prior to that point. Initial online research provided at least 10 other reports that the exact same occurence happended to other 2023 RAV owners causing vehcile and property damage. We are fearful to use this vehicle now and would like to submit a safety report to prevent any similar instances in the future that may result in serious injury or death. NOTE: We also have video footage of the incident from our carport security camera, if you need that for further review.
2024-08-10

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-08-10
  • VIN: JTME6RFV9PD
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: While driving early in the morning on 95 without other traffic nearby, my moonroof exploded. There was no crack of a rock, only a very loud pop. The glass broke outward. I pushed it in to vacuum the pieces out in the picture attached
2024-08-04

LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-10-10
  • VIN: 2T3UWRFVXPW
  • Components: LANE DEPARTURE
  • Summary: When I do these checks I have my hands lightly on the wheel ready to correct the car when needed. The lane control assist tends to stay to the left of the lane, crossing over the left side lane markers, it also tends to head towards the right side of the lane, crossing over the right side lane markers without compensating. At times it does compensate but it causes the car to go back and forth in the lane without settling out. There have been times when the car is steered to the right with no compensation and without my correction would have gone off the road. The lane warning system doesn't always work. If I did not have diligence when using the system I would no doubt have gone off the road and crashed. The dealer has not checked the car, they say this is how it works even on their personal Toyotas. These problems have been prominent and have existed since the purchase of the car in 2023.
2024-07-24

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-07-18
  • VIN: 2T3W1RFV0PW
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while cleaning the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was water coming from the rear passenger’s side door. The contact opened the rear passenger’s side door, and water poured onto the ground. Additionally, the rear passenger’s side door made a sloshing sound while being closed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where Technical Service Bulletin: 0084-21 (Sloshing or Splashing Noise from Inside One or More Door Panels) was performed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 19,100.
2024-07-16

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-06-19
  • VIN: 2T3W1RFVXPC
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: At estimated 25500 miles in the vehicle, I started to feel vibration at 65- 75 mph. Bouncy ride and slight bad bearing noise at 45 mph . After taking to the dealer, they also felt vibration and recommended tire balancing. After having that done, the problem still existed. I took the car next day and at first they where not willing to check my car but then when I forced, they test drove and confirmed light road noise and light vibration. After a little checking, they said the tires are feathering and should get new tires and or alignment. The tires only have 25500 miles and they were serviced by totota .I got new tires from from NTB and rebalanced and the issue still existed. I then also got alignment from another shop even then the vibration and bad bearing noise still exist. After searching, I have read many others had this issue with their rav4 and dealers just say it's normal . I as years of experience know it's not normal. The origin equipment tires that came with new vehicle were Dunlop grandtrek pt20. The new tires I got are Cooper Endeavor plus. Issue is definitely not the tires. Humbly request NHTSA to look into this as this is ongoing issue with many new Toyota Rav4.
2024-06-27

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-06-10
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: 2T3A1RFV3PC
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: Driving NB when a Toyota Corolla drove into my lane of traffic hitting me head on. No air bag deployed in my RAV but all air bags deployed in the Corolla. No air bag light was on prior to the accident. My vehicle data recorder was copied by a Bosch technician and forwarded to Toyota Corp. The body shop manager stated that my vehicle was the first he had encountered with the extent of front damage where the air bag(s) did not deploy
2024-06-12

VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-05-23
  • VIN: 2T3C1RFVXPC
  • Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • Summary: Toyota OEM windshield glass has SEVERE distortions/waviness in glass. I have had my windshield replaced 3 times now with Toyota OEM glass and the issue is still not resolved all 3 have had this distortion/wavyness in the glass. I don’t want aftermarket glass in a brand new car especially with all the safety features that relies on glass clarity, but Toyota is making it hard not to choose that option. Toyota needs to do better on quality control of their glass. The distortion is happening in the line of sight for the driver causing dizziness and issues while driving, as well as BAD wavyness around the edges. Ive done some research into this as well and I am not the only Toyota driver having this issue with their glass. I’ve never owned a vehicle that did this and it’s very disappointing and frustrating that I am not able to have a clear windshield in my brand new car. I called Toyota of America but they basically pushed me off onto the dealership. Someone needs to contact the MFG and make them aware of this problem so I can get glass that is normal.
2024-06-05

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-06-05
  • VIN: 2T3P1RFV0PC
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: I believe Toyota is falsifying the MPG rating to make it appear they are getting better gas mileage than they are actually getting. On a new Toyota Rav4 bought last year, the speedometer always reads 3 miles faster that my actual speed. This is confirmed by my stand-alone GPS unit and my iPhone as well. I have since checked out other new Toyotas and found the same error. This error favors Toyota because if make the onboard computer report that you are achieving better MPG that you are. This error is also recording more fictitious miles driven, on your car, than you actually have driven and causing you to get servicing sooner as well as running out your warranty quicker than it should. However, I have since traded in this vehicle for a different vehicle that I feel is more honest and accurate with their information.
2024-06-03

STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-04-12
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: 4T3D6RFV1PU
  • Components: STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: The brakes failed, without warning, while parking; causing me to hit a pole/wall in my employer’s parking garage on April 12, 2024. I was injured, and obtained care from UChicago Medical Center. Toyota assigned an independent investigator to assess my vehicle; which was completed on April 29, 2024. Per Toyota, no brake issues were noted. My vehicle remained at Oak Lawn Toyota from April 12, 2024- May 31, 2024.
2024-06-02

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-06-02
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • VIN: 4T3B6RFV9PU
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: The incredibly frightening incident occurred 2 times within 3 days. My 2023 RAV unexpectedly and very forcibly accelerated on its own when I was pulling into a parking space. Luckily I am in the habit of parking my RAV far away from other vehicles in parking lots when the option exists. The first ‘acceleration and/or braking’ malfunction occurred 5/31/24 in a Walmart parking lot. When pulling into a parking spot my right foot was fully off the accelerator (I use my right foot only for the accelerator and brake pedals) and was gradually depressing the parking brake pedal to come to a complete stop. Instead my RAV suddenly and forcibly accelerated forward through the empty parking spot in front of me and beyond!! I would have absolutely smashed into the car and or person if one were there!! As the RAV shot forward I began desperately pushing full force on the brake pedal; the RAV did not stop! so, I began full force repeatedly pushing and pumping the brake pedal. My RAV eventually came to a halt as the tires may have locked up which it skidded about 12-18 inches. By God’s grace no one was hurt! On 6/2/24 ‘it’ happened again!! Pulling into a parking spot at an outdoor cafe, as I was gradually depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop my RAV instead quickly and forcibly accelerated forward!! I thank God that I did not pull into the other spot (my sister took that one) which was just a few feet away from around 12 people and families enjoying their outside lunch dining!!! This 2nd horrifying incident my RAV took longer to come to a complete stop. I fully and forcefully pushed on the brake pedal but my RAV kept going!! I continued repeatedly releasing and fully depressing the brake pedal but it kept going! The next thing my RAV was approaching was someone’s backyard and house!! I forcibly pushed the brake pedal one more time and also threw the RAV shifter into “park” finally the RAV stopped! I am so shaken up by these traumatic malfunction incidents.
2024-05-16

SUSPENSION,WHEELS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-04-08
  • VIN: 4T3B6RFV8PU
  • Components: SUSPENSION,WHEELS
  • Summary: Happened at ~644pm on 04/08/24- I heard the noise like a thump or thunk, The car initially pulled towards the roadside, then I corrected the wheel and slowly stopped the car. Upon exiting the car, it became apparent that the ball joint broke just above the plate that attaches to the axle.
2024-05-12

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-05-12
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: 2T3P1RFV0PW
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: Unintended sudden aggressive acceleration when I made a right as I was slowly pulling into a spot in the parking lot. Breast’s did not work fast enough and car ended up going up the hill and front colliding with it.
2024-05-02

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-05-02
  • VIN: 2T3F1RFV6PC
  • Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
  • Summary: Toyota RAV4 2023 , had it not even a whole year bought it from the dealer 0miles. Today while running errands parked on the side of the road, car started to vibrate weirdly and then it shut off. I try starting the vehicle again and it just keep showing the same message “Engine Stopped Steering Power Low” with the check engine light and steering wheel light on. After 30minutes I let it sit and when I tried turning the car on again, it ran perfectly but I wasn’t risking it happening again. So I had to call Toyota roadside to tow it since the warranty still covers it. And now I gotta wait to see what’s going on. I did my research on google and a lot of people have the same problem going on with RAV4s.
2024-04-26

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-04-17
  • Number Of Injuries: 3
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JTMB6RFV5PD
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: A car pulled out right infront of me at an intersection, I hit their back drivers side rear with most of the front of my car. I was doing approximately 41-45 mph. No airbags were deployed and my SOS button didn't work nor did it call for help.
2024-04-18

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-03-18
  • VIN: 2T3RWRFV2PW
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: At less than 8000 miles on this brand new vehicle, the paint started chipping away all the way down to the metal under the paint on the front of the car… The dealership that I ordered from the manufacturer through stated it will probably start to rust and that I need to have someone repaint it… They tried to refer me to someone that they use for paintwork… And stated it will be at my expense; although I was forced to purchase Toyoguard Platinum and the clear paint cover protection packages/warranties. I have owned multiple of this make and model vehicle in the past and have never had an issue with the paint peeling off and chipping as it is on this brand new vehicle.
2024-04-17

STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-12-17
  • VIN: JTMD6RFV6PD
  • Components: STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • Summary: I was driving on a highway posted speed limit 75mph on a clear day with no precipitation and without cause, the panoramic sunroof above my head imploded with glass shattering down upon my head. I did not hit anything and nothing hit me. No rocks, no debris, no outside force caused this. The panoramic sunroof showed a crack around the seal where it meets the body of the car and it imploded and cracked (shattered) inward from this cracking.
2024-04-13

STEERING,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-04-13
  • VIN: 2T3H1RFV0PC
  • Components: STEERING,ENGINE
  • Summary: I was sitting in line at a drive-thru with my wiper blades on the intermittent setting when suddenly the engine shut off and I got an error message that said “engine shut off steering power low”. The check engine light, battery, and steering light all came on. I turned the car off and then on again. It rumbled and then shut off again with the same message. I had to shift to neutral and push into a parking spot.
2024-04-13

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-02-29
  • VIN: 2T3P1RFV3PW
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
  • Summary: Pre collision malfunction, RSA malfunction, LTA malfunction, Headlight malfunction. These warnings keep coming up showing the vehicle is not safe. Parts were ordered in February but are on back order. Might get by June. Vehicle has also rebooted the screens, tried to lane change, and failed to start once. To me this is a programming problem. This has been an on going problem for months now. The dealership claims that it is a wonky camera causing the problem.
2024-03-08

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-01-26
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JTMB6RFV3PD
  • Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
  • Summary: A strong fuel odor was evident in the cabin, and also under the hood after operation. Vehicle use was low, approx. 6K miles from new. My wife reported this to the dealer service department. They said nothing was wrong with the vehicle. Approx. 2K miles later, I reported the same problem to the dealer. Service rep said vehicle was unsafe to drive due to over torqued and leaking fuel line. They repaired it for no charge. No fuel vapors now, but if this is a production quality issue that others have reported, only to be told nothing was wrong, I think a major fuel-combustion safety issue may be overlooked. I am submitting documentation. Also, I am concerned about health effects of sustained fuel vapor exposure over months of driving. My wife rear-ended a stopped vehicle, possibly due to cognitive impairment from fuel vapor exposure. No warning indicators were ever triggered. Thank you.
2024-03-02

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-03-02
  • VIN: 4T3D6RFV0PU
  • Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • Summary: While driving down the highway at the speed limit in our town on a clear evening with no weather, the sunroof of our 2023 Toyota RAV 4 exploded. There was a loud bang and it shattered as if the glass had been under significant stress or pressure. The glass bowed up in the middle and a section the size of a small saucer dropped out. There was a rigged break along the front edge of the sun roof. There were no bumps or holes in the road - it was smooth. There were no other vehicles nearby - no one threw a rock at our car. The noise was so loud that it was disruptive and shocking and thankfully I was not in heavy traffic or an accident might have occurred. I researched the web and found numerous instances of this sunroof explosion occurring. Please get Toyota to fix this before someone is serious injured.

2023 Toyota Rav4 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2023 Toyota Rav4.

2023-07-11
  • Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
  • Components: TIRES:VALVE
  • 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."
  • Consequence: A damaged or improperly installed valve stem may allow air to leak and/or the tires to be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.
  • Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheel valve stems and replace the load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 18, 2023. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 23R1.

Negative 2023 Toyota Rav4 car reviews

  1. Denis Stoltenberg 2025-01-09

    I've been driving my new '23 Rav4 for over 5 weeks now and overall, it's been an acceptable experience. However, I have noticed a significant amount of road noise while driving, which is my biggest complaint. I had read reviews from other owners who had experienced the same issue, and I regret not taking it more seriously. After experiencing the noise for myself, I'm not sure if I would purchase this Rav4 again. It's a shame because it's a beautiful car, but I expected better from a new vehicle. I'm already considering what and when I will get my next vehicle because of this issue. Toyota, I hope you're listening.

  2. Doris Ferry 2024-06-07

    The inside is really nice, but the windshield slants forward and is huge like a bus window, which made me feel dizzy.

  3. Percival Lesch 2024-04-27

    I recently rented a car in Florida and drove it for four days. Overall, I found it to be a decent car. I didn't notice any road noise that others had complained about, but then again, my other car is a Ford Escape, which is probably just as loud, and I've grown used to it. The car had okay pickup when getting up to speed and okay features. However, my biggest complaint was that on the second day of the rental, the touch screen stopped working. It had been working perfectly fine up until that point. This meant that I couldn't use the maps, radio, or USB, and I couldn't connect my phone to Apple CarPlay or charge it using that port. Fortunately, the port in the center console did work, so I was able to charge my phone. When I tried to find a solution to this issue online, I saw many complaints about the 2023 model having the same screen issue, but I couldn't find a single solution or comment from the dealer about how to fix it. I can't imagine what it would be like to have purchased this vehicle and then be told to just live with a broken touchscreen.

  4. Dave Kirlin 2024-04-01

    Despite being the most popular car in the US, this vehicle has some areas that require improvement. The acceleration is poor, the transmission whines, and the front seat is noisy and uncomfortable. Additionally, entering the car can be difficult without bumping your head, and the rear view mirror can block your vision. The media center is also difficult to use. However, it is important to note that these issues can be addressed and should not detract from the overall quality of the vehicle.

Positive 2023 Toyota Rav4 car reviews

  1. Milford Kovacek 2024-11-28

    I hope you're doing well! I noticed that ever since I bought my Toyota brand new, I've been smelling antifreeze. I took it to the dealer, but they couldn't find anything wrong since they didn't smell it. Have you or anyone you know experienced the same issue with the antifreeze smell?

  2. Lennie Pfeffer 2024-11-20

    You can always count on this ride to be sturdy and dependable!

  3. Chaim Gibson 2024-11-10

    I'm really enjoying this vehicle, even though I've only had it for 2 days. Let's check back in a couple of years, I'm sure we'll love it even more!

  4. Easter Kautzer 2024-11-03

    I recently purchased a 2023 Rav 4 LE and I'm very pleased with it so far. The ride is smooth, the steering is great, and I'm not too concerned about acceleration (I had a turbo before this and I don't miss it). It goes enough for me. I'm hoping this vehicle lasts longer than my Honda CRV did before I started having problems after only 3 years and 24k miles. I haven't heard too much about recalls on Toyota vehicles like I have about Honda. If I have any issues in the future, I'll update, but for now, I would definitely recommend the Rav 4.

  5. Mitchell Parisian 2024-10-18

    Smooth Ride Lots of Extras

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Problems with 2023 Rav4 XLE Premium Hybrid : r/rav4club
Problems with 2023 Rav4 XLE Premium Hybrid : r/rav4club
https://www.reddit.com/r/rav4club/comments/1241qp8/problems_with_2023_rav4_xle_premium_hybrid/

Mar 27, 2023 ... The two most significant problems are that the windshield wipers stopped working today (they won't turn on at all) and the driver's seat will ...

Issues on 2023 Rav4 hybrid XSE | Toyota RAV4 Forums
Issues on 2023 Rav4 hybrid XSE | Toyota RAV4 Forums
https://www.rav4world.com/threads/issues-on-2023-rav4-hybrid-xse.328455/

Jun 14, 2023 ... It's been in the shop for problems 18 times since purchase. 3 check engine lights, they replaced the O2 sensor, entire exhaust and the Catalytic ...

Why are 2023 RAV 4 Consumer Report scores so low? : r/rav4club
Why are 2023 RAV 4 Consumer Report scores so low? : r/rav4club
https://www.reddit.com/r/rav4club/comments/zmbbtg/why_are_2023_rav_4_consumer_report_scores_so_low/

Dec 15, 2022 ... Engine is complete junk, no acceleration, and very jerky · Visibility is poor from all angles · Headlights are weak to the point of often not ...

2023 Rav 4 Trail *Engine problems* | Toyota RAV4 Forums
2023 Rav 4 Trail *Engine problems* | Toyota RAV4 Forums
https://www.rav4world.com/threads/2023-rav-4-trail-engine-problems.327212/

Apr 5, 2023 ... well, that was short lived! Only 2,200 kms on our unit and the engine light comes on and is misfiring and surging. We took to our local dealer ...

3 Most Common Toyota RAV4 Problems Reported by Hundreds of ...
3 Most Common Toyota RAV4 Problems Reported by Hundreds of ...
https://www.motorbiscuit.com/3-most-common-toyota-rav4-problems-reported-hundreds-real-owners/

Jan 27, 2023 ... An oxygen sensor failure is one of the three most common Toyota RAV4 problems. Thankfully, this problem has been reported by only 107 owners.

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