2018 Toyota RAV4 vs 2019 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 | 2018 Toyota RAV4 | 2019 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 330 | 873 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 183 | 302 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 31 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–32 | 28–40 |
| Median reported mileage | 14,250 mi | 5,445 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota RAV4 | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 254 |
| Engine | 32 | 203 |
| Electrical System | 129 | 101 |
| Power Train | 26 | 80 |
| Structure | 14 | 89 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 35 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 37 | 55 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 33 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 29 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 44 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 31 |
2018 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.