NHTSA has received 200 owner complaints about the 2024 Toyota RAV4, or 74.8 per year on the road — more complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 1.78, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #76 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Toyota models its rate is 119% higher; against other Compact SUVs it is 20% higher.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2023-11-30 and 2026-08-27. Median delay from incident to filing: 5 days.
200Complaints
74.8Complaints per year on the road
1.78Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
4Recalls
15.5%Share involving a crash or fire
90Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2023) drew 60.1 complaints per year, fewer than this one. The following model year (2025) drew 58.6 per year, fewer than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2024 model collected 142 complaints, 102% higher than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Interior & equipment (21.0% of complaints), followed by Engine (19.5%) and Body & structure (13.5%). Interior & equipment complaints are 2.3 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Interior & equipment reports, owners most often mention “sunroof”, “gps”, “glass”, “moonroof” and “connected”. 31 reports (15.5%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 22 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 15 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the second year (42% of incidents). In the last 12 months 90 new complaints were filed, versus 79 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for this model year. 41% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses.
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles1.78
vs. other Toyota models2.19
vs. other 2024 models1.96
vs. other Compact SUVs1.2
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (142)2.02
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 2–4 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle was uncontrollable.
Transmission / powertrain · 2026-08-20 · ODI 11758203 · Crash
Airbags, seats, and headrest all failed. State Farm insurance currently has the vehicle. I do not know if the people has been inspected by anybody. The vehicle had no warning lamps message or other symptoms of problems or failure before the collision.
I own a 2024 Toyota RAV4. At approximately 38,300 miles, an authorized Toyota dealership diagnosed a failed rack-and-pinion/steering rack assembly that required replacement. Before the repair, I began noticing a squeaking noise when turning the steering wheel.
Steering · 2026-08-27 · ODI 11760067
The internal GPS compass is faulty, causing turn-by-turn instructions to be confusing, constantly changing, and suggesting illegal turns. These problems are constant, which makes driving dangerous unless GPS is not used.
Interior & equipment · 2026-08-22 · ODI 11758696
Driving down the freeway and the moonroof exploded for no reason, sending glass shards on the passenger.
Interior & equipment · 2026-08-18 · ODI 11757808
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION Campaign 25V744000 · 2025-10-30
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."
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
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.
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER Campaign 24V911000 · 2024-12-05
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result in a damaged caliper brake hose or possible wheel detachment.
Risk: A damaged brake line can cause a brake fluid leak, reducing brake performance and increasing the distance required to stop the vehicle. Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA14 and 24LA08.
No NHTSA investigation covers the tracked model years.
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2024 Toyota RAV4?
200 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Toyota RAV4, or about 74.8 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2024 Toyota RAV4?
The most common category is Interior & equipment, accounting for 21.0% of complaints.
Does the 2024 Toyota RAV4 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall(s) for this model year.
Is the 2024 Toyota RAV4 still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 90 new complaints were filed, versus 79 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
How does the 2024 Toyota RAV4 compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 200 owner complaints about the 2024 Toyota RAV4, or 74.8 per year on the road — more complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 1.78, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #76 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Toyota models its rate is 119% higher; against other Compact SUVs it is 20% higher.