2012 Toyota RAV4 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 5 2012 Toyota RAV4 recalls, newest first
Feb 19, 2016Seat Belts, Rear/otherToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2006 to 2012 RAV4 vehicles manufactured July 28, 2005, to December 19, 2012, and 2012 to 2014 RAV4 EV vehicles manufactured July 24, 2012, to August 29, 2014. In the event of a frontal collision, the rear seat belts for the outboard seats may be cut by the seat cushion frame.
Risk: A cut seat belt may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a protector over both rear seat cushion frames, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 800 331 4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0F.
NHTSA campaign 16V096000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Sep 18, 2015Visibility/wiperToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009 to 2012 RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 27, 2008, to December 19, 2012 and 2012 to 2014 RAV4 EV vehicles manufactured July 24, 2012, to August 29, 2014. In the affected vehicles, water may drip onto the joint that connects the wiper linkage to the wiper motor.
Risk: Over time, the dripping water may cause corrosion and wear at the joint, potentially resulting in the separation of the wiper linkage. Once this occurs, the wipers would not function, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water diverter channel. In addition, a new wiper linkage with a wiper motor crank arm will be installed. The wiper linkage will have a protective cover over the wiper linkage joint to minimize water splash and a retainer ring to prevent the wiper arm from separating from the wiper motor. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service number at 1 800 331 4331.
NHTSA campaign 15V577000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Feb 12, 2014Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited SlipToyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electrical component within the actuator may experience an increased resistance resulting in the illumination of various warning lights, including those for the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system, Antilock Brake System (ABS), and Traction Control system.
Risk: If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and Toyota and Lexus dealers will update the software for the Skid Control electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1 800 331 4331.
NHTSA campaign 14V054000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Apr 9, 2013Equipment, OtherSoutheast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010 to 2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010 to 2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010 to 2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010 to 2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010 to 2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010 to 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010 to 2013 Toyota Venza, 2010 to 2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010 to 2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011 to 2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FRS, 2011 Scion XD, 2011 Scion XB, and 2012 Scion TC vehicles. These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1 800 301 6859.
NHTSA campaign 13V123000 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
Jan 16, 2013Air Bags, FrontalSoutheast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009 to 2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009 to 2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010 to 2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009 to 2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010 to 2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
Risk: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1 800 301 6859.
NHTSA campaign 13V014000 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Toyota RAV4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2012 Toyota RAV4. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2012 Toyota RAV4 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.