Model year guide

2019 Toyota RAV4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Toyota RAV4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 51 on record.

2019 Toyota RAV4 — representative photo
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2019 Toyota RAV4 at a glance

Safety recalls7
Owner complaints868
Combined30 mpg
Typical price$28,730

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2019 Toyota RAV4 recalls 7

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #20V682000 · 04/11/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexu…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy pa…

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #20V064000 · 06/02/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid and Lexus ES300h and 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.5L 4-Cylinder engines. Porosity in the engine castings may result in cracks than can allow coolant to leak internally and/or externally.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine including the engine block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 3, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA04.…

Steering:electric Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #20V373000 · 24/06/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and 2020 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Water may enter through the steering gear box cover and cause a loss of electric power steering assist.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear box, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB11 / 20TA11.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm NHTSA Campaign #20V286000 · 20/05/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. The front lower suspension arms may have cracks, which may result in the suspension arm separating from the front wheel assembly.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower suspension arms, free of charge. This recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's interim numbers for this recall are 20TB08 / 20TA08.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #19V503000 · 28/06/2019

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #19V576000 · 06/08/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Due to a damaged electrical connector, the back-up camera may not activate when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the back-up camera system and replace the audio display unit, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0N.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #19V244000 · 27/03/2019

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2019 Toyota RAV4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 868 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2019 Toyota RAV4 MPG & running costs

Combined30 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway35 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,050

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2019 Toyota RAV4 worth?

Low
$23,995
Typical price
$28,730
High
$34,988

From 41 comparable 2019 Toyota RAV4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Toyota RAV4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,650
Total$18,900
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($28,730) with the same model 5 model-years older ($20,097), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 Toyota RAV4 trims & engines on record

Trims
LE · Adventure 4WD / Trail AWD (Canada) · XLE / XLE Premium 2WD / XLE FWD (Canada) · XLE / XLE Premium 4WD · XLE Premium · Limited · XSE HV 4WD · Ltd 4WD HV / Ltd AWD HV (Canada)
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl 203 hp · 2.5L 4-cyl 176 hp

2019 Toyota RAV4 vehicles on record

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2019 Toyota RAV4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Toyota RAV4 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2019 Toyota RAV4. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota RAV4?

Based on 868 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, power train, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Toyota RAV4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Toyota RAV4 at about 30 mpg combined (26 city / 35 highway).

How much is a 2019 Toyota RAV4 worth?

Comparable 2019 Toyota RAV4 listings run roughly $23,995–$34,988, typically around $28,730 (from 41 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.