2014 Toyota RAV4 vs 2015 Toyota RAV4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Toyota RAV4 | 2015 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 196 | 302 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 373 | 313 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 37 |
| Fire reports | 25 | 41 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–76 | 25–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,027 mi | 36,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota RAV4 | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 69 | 84 |
| Engine | 31 | 37 |
| Steering | 20 | 45 |
| Structure | 18 | 30 |
| Power Train | 20 | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 30 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 21 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
2014 Toyota RAV4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.