2017 Toyota RAV4 recalls and problems
The 2017 Toyota RAV4 has 3 safety recalls and 308 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Toyota RAV4 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Toyota RAV4 recalls
Recall 23V-734: Electrical System
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.
Risk: A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.
Recall 19V-503: Equipment
Problem: 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."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Recall 17V-295: Tires
Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Risk: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
2017 Toyota RAV4 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 109 | |
| Unknown or Other | 62 | |
| Service Brakes | 38 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 33 | |
| Engine | 31 | |
| Air Bags | 20 | |
| Structure | 19 | |
| Power Train | 16 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | |
| Steering | 12 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 10 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 17
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 2
- Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 22,910 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2017 Toyota RAV4 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Toyota RAV4 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Toyota RAV4 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Toyota RAV4: 23V-734 (electrical system), 19V-503 (equipment), 17V-295 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Toyota RAV4?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (109 reports), followed by unknown or other (62). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 22,910 miles.
Are Toyota recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.