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ProblemsByVin Index / 2019-TOYOTA-RAV4 / COMPLAINTS
Full complaint record · NHTSA

2019 Toyota RAV4 owner complaints

866 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle , including 3 reporting a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. Showing the 300 most recent — grouped by category for scanning.

other 10 complaints shown

12/31/2019 5,500 mi ODI #11292239.0

Tank was advertised as having a capacity for 14.5 gallons. I am not able to fully fill the tank, only putting in 9 to 10 gallons maximum. Toyota has stated that they are aware of this problem and there is no fix. I am unable to get the mileage range I was promised upon purchase.

12/30/2022 Crash ODI #11499525.0

As I was turning into a parking spot my car made a growling noise and suddenly lunged forward and accelerated at high speeds, hitting two cars and only stopping once the car hit a wall. I had no control of the car as it accelerated and the brakes did not work.

12/30/2019 ODI #11291963.0

The gas tank does not fill all the way, so I have having to go back and pump more gas into the tank. This sometimes can lead to overflow and the gas leaking to the ground and can be hazards.

12/30/2019 3,000 mi ODI #11292042.0

Fuel tank only holds 10 gallons, tank should hold 14 gallons. Reduces driving range and time to fuel up - which was the main reason we bought this car. When drove car off dealership lot, driving range was 440 - drove 6 hours without having to fill up. Driving range was never more than 340 after that and had to fuel up about every 3 hours. Reported to Toyota corporate.

12/30/2019 11,000 mi ODI #11292125.0

The gas tank is quoted as having 14.5 gallon capacity and I am only to fill up 10 gallons.

12/29/2019 ODI #11291940.0

Unable to completely fill the fuel tank. Stops abut 4 gallons short. Happens on every fill. I have to trickle fill it to get close to a full tank. Happens at each fill up

12/27/2019 1,250 mi ODI #11291472.0

Upon pressing brakes while going thru a pot hole the electronic stability control deactivates and flashes like if the vehicle was drifting or without road grip.

12/27/2019 2,300 mi ODI #11291636.0

On all occasions, when refueling the vehicle, the automatic shut-off function of the gas pump activates when the in vehicle gas gauge indicates about 3/4 full. I can then proceed to add approximately three more gallons if I "nurse" the flow of gas into the tank. I am acutely aware of the potential danger of this process in that gasoline could splash back at person filling the tank.

12/27/2019 ODI #11291655.0

Fuel tank will not fill to full causing attendees/user to trickle and attempt to trick the vehicle to accepting more fuel. Range of vehicle is greatly reduced as a result of less fuel available to a tank of gas.

12/27/2019 1,300 mi ODI #11291672.0

Advertised fuel tank capacity of 14.5 but only able to us 9-10 gallons of the tank, will not fill up as advertised ~550 mile range. I bought this vehicle for the estimated driving range and we aren't getting anywhere close to that. Took to dealer and no explanation or action was given. Help

electrical 4 complaints shown

87 total in this category · severe · avg repair $850 · see electrical cluster analysis →
12/28/2025 Fire ODI #11707386.0

Toyota RAV4 LE gas pump burst and caught fire leading to total fire damage along with major water damage from the firefighters putting out the fire. The vehicle was idle for hours at the time of explosion of the fuel pump. This was a major safety hazard/risk especially being that myself and two others were minutes away from going out to the vehicle before it all happened as I was getting ready to take a friend home for the night. A claim representative will look into this matter in coming days.

12/28/2024 Fire ODI #11632904.0

The vehicle suddenly started to smoke and burn by itself when driving on the super crowded highway. I immediately stopped the vehicle and found that the burning site was the bottom of the front-left head of the vehicle (please see the images attached). The mechanician I visited after judged that the fire may due to failed electrical parts or system. He suggested to visit a Toyota dealer for recall. However, the Toyota dealer (Crown Toyota, 1201 Kettering Dr, Ontario, CA91761) declined my request with the reason that my vehicle has passed warranty time. The vehicle was just inspected in the Toyota dealer a few days ago. The dealer's inspection report shows that the vehicle does not have any problems besides suggesting to replace tires and front brakes.

12/28/2022 ODI #11499248.0

We have a 2019 RAV4 the mud and sand mode kept randomly turning on in the highway. The car loses traction when it goes into the mode. Toyota claimed they are not responsible. This is a very danger issue.

12/27/2019 1,000 mi ODI #11291649.0

Fuel tank appears unable to be filled completely. Although pump clicks off (on multiple station's pumps), fill level on fuel gauge is seldom above 7/8 full, and sometimes less. During one service visit to address this, dealership stated there were only 9.2 gallons in the 14.5 gallon tank immediately after a fill-up.

body 3 complaints shown

58 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $1,500 · see body cluster analysis →
12/31/2020 57,650 mi ODI #11385795.0

Roof rack is leaking on both sides of my rav4. I can't get any assistance with getting it fixed. It's a 2019 with 58,000 on it. I have seen several post with the same issue.

12/29/2024 ODI #11632935.0

Toyota RAV4 5th Gen Power Lift Gate Hinge Issues Unpredictable Failure: If the lift gate or its components fail unexpectedly, it could cause injury to someone loading or unloading items, especially if they are unable to react in time. Obstructed Visibility: If the lift gate detaches while in motion, it could obstruct the driver’s rear visibility, increasing the risk of an accident. Risk to Other Road Users: A detached lift gate or related debris could pose significant danger to pedestrians, cyclists, or other vehicles on the road. Vehicle Stability and Control: A sudden failure or detachment of the lift gate components could destabilize the vehicle, especially at high speeds. Damage to Emergency Equipment: If the lift gate collapses or detaches, it could damage essential safety or em

12/29/2023 ODI #11562478.0

Rainwater accumulates inside of doors. Drainage holes are easily blocked by dirt debris and unable to drain water from doors. Results in water sloshing around inside of door while driving.

powertrain 1 complaint shown

76 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain cluster analysis →
12/29/2020 25,000 mi ODI #11385426.0

Cruise control and other safety issues randomly go off line. When driving cruise control turn off, as do the electronics. Further, the automatic bright lights are random to the point I have to disable the system. I have pics and video, cannot change format, don't know how.

wheels 1 complaint shown

12/29/2020 23,000 mi ODI #11385449.0

Dealerships that I have cupping with my tires and a 27,000 mi said that the tires were no good and should be replaced does a 50,000 mi tire and it has spots that are less than 3/32 in tread wear I wouldn't even have checked them at half the tread life or have the service life on a tire the manufacturer knows these tires aren't good and won't replace them the Toyota will not replace them and people should know that these tires are failing after 25,000 miles

seatbelts 1 complaint shown

5 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $500 · see seatbelts cluster analysis →
12/27/2021 ODI #11445153.0

The seat belt for the driver's seat often wedges itself between one or another of the levers of the seat-adjustment mechanisms and the side of driver's seat. I am concerned that this may cause the belt to operate less than optimally.

Showing 300 of 866 total complaints. The full federal record is available at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Toyota/RAV4#complaints.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-06-14. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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