2019 Toyota RAV4 problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 900 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Toyota RAV4, filed between 2019-03-15 and 2026-09-23. The most common problem areas are the fuel/propulsion system (266, 30%), engine (205, 23%) and electrical system (103, 11%). Owners reported 28 crashes, 2 fires and 23 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 8 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2019 Toyota RAV4 complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 266 | 30% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 205 | 23% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 170 | 19% | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 103 | 11% | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Structure | 90 | 10% | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 80 | 9% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 46 | 5% | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| Service brakes | 37 | 4% | 7 | 0 | 5 |
| Steering | 32 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 30 | 3% | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 18 | 2% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 16 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 16 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 12 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Fuel/propulsion system: 266 complaints
- 266 complaints of 900 (30%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 19 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Toyota RAV4 covers this system.
Engine: 205 complaints
- 205 complaints of 900 (23%) name the engine.
- 26 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2019 Toyota RAV4; the recall, campaign 20V064000, says: “Porosity in the engine castings may result in cracks than can allow coolant to leak internally and/or externally.”
Electrical system: 103 complaints
- 103 complaints of 900 (11%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 21 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes, 2 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Toyota RAV4 covers this system.
Structure: 90 complaints
- 90 complaints of 900 (10%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- 18 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 2 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Toyota RAV4 covers this system.
Power train: 80 complaints
- 80 complaints of 900 (9%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 18 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Toyota RAV4 covers this system.
Air bags: 46 complaints
- 46 complaints of 900 (5%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 18 of them also name the structure; owners reported 6 crashes and 9 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Toyota RAV4 covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 151 |
| 2020 | 196 |
| 2021 | 90 |
| 2022 | 71 |
| 2023 | 117 |
| 2024 | 137 |
| 2025 | 94 |
| 2026 | 44 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names RAV4, RAV4 HYBRID, model year 2019. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2019 Toyota RAV4 recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota RAV4?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2019 Toyota RAV4's most common problem areas are the fuel/propulsion system (266 of 900 complaints), engine (205 of 900 complaints) and electrical system (103 of 900 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2019 Toyota RAV4 have?
NHTSA has 900 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Toyota RAV4, including 28 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Toyota RAV4's problems?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2019 Toyota RAV4; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.