2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 4 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime recalls, newest first
Jul 12, 2023Electrical System, Propulsion SystemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 to 2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DCDC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit can cause the DCDC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DCDC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1 800 331 4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.
NHTSA campaign 23V478000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Feb 2, 2023Electrical System, Propulsion SystemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 RAV4 Prime Plug In Hybrid vehicles. During certain cold weather driving conditions, while driving in EV Mode, the hybrid vehicle control engine control unit (HEV ECU) software may cause the hybrid system to shut down if the accelerator is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle, resulting in a stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the HEV ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1 800 331 4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA01.
NHTSA campaign 23V041000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Apr 13, 2022Electronic Stability Control (esc), Control ModuleToyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021 to 2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020 to 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 800 331 4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.
NHTSA campaign 22V239000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Nov 12, 2020Exterior Lighting, HeadlightsToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 RAV4 Prime vehicles. The headlight aiming caps may have been improperly closed, allowing for horizontal adjustment of the headlight beam. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Adjusting the horizontal headlight beam can increase glare, reducing the visibility of an oncoming driver or the vehicle operator, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will close the aiming caps on the headlights, free of charge. The recall began January 6, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 800 331 4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA15.
NHTSA campaign 20V698000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.