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Toyota RAV4 III recalls: manufacturer campaigns

3 documented manufacturer recalls: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaigns
3
of 3 versions affected
3
official RappelConso notice
1

This guide has not been translated yet: it is shown in its original French version.

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

VersionRecalls
  • 2.0 VVT-i 152Petrol · 152 hp
  • 2.2 D-4D 136Diesel · 136 hp
  • 2.2 D-4D 150Diesel · 150 hp

Each campaign in detail

  1. Pédale d'accélérateur pouvant rester coincée : rappel

    Manufacturer recall

    Rappel constructeur : sur une série de RAV4 produits du lancement à novembre 2009, la pédale d'accélérateur peut se bloquer partiellement ou totalement, et rester en position accélérée. Intervention gratuite en concession.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    2.0 VVT-i 152, 2.2 D-4D 136, 2.2 D-4D 150
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Support de colonne de direction fragile : rappel

    Manufacturer recall

    Rappel effectué début 2014 : le support de colonne de direction présente une fragilité à faire vérifier avant tout achat.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    2.0 VVT-i 152, 2.2 D-4D 136, 2.2 D-4D 150
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Banquette arrière et ceinture : rappel

    Manufacturer recall

    Rappel de février 2016 sur les RAV4 du lancement à novembre 2012 : en cas de forte collision frontale, l'armature de la banquette arrière pourrait couper la sangle de ceinture de sécurité. Source unique : à confirmer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Single source so far: to be confirmed.

    Versions
    2.0 VVT-i 152, 2.2 D-4D 136, 2.2 D-4D 150
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Official notices published in France (RappelConso)

Notices from the French consumer authority (DGCCRF) linked to this model, collected on 29 October 2026.

  • 10 August 2026 — Un défaut dans la programmation des compteurs combinés du véhicule l'amène à détériorer sa mémoire. Pour cette raison, l'affichage du moniteur peut ne pas fonctionner, ce qui supprime l'accès à l'indicateur de vitesse et les avertissements. Cela augmente le risque d'accidents.

    Models or references
    Lbx, lm350h, c-hr, corolla, corolla cross, gr yaris, highlander, rav4, yaris, yaris cross voiture de tourisme.
    Risk
    Blessures
    Official notice (new tab)

Checking that a recall was done

  1. Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
  2. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
  3. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

ModelRecallsKnown faultsReliability
Toyota RAV4 IV114.5/5
Hyundai Tucson III324.5/5
Kia Sportage IV023.5/5
Mitsubishi Outlander III134.0/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the Toyota RAV4 III had?

We have documented 3 manufacturer recalls for the Toyota RAV4 III: Pédale d'accélérateur pouvant rester coincée : rappel ; Support de colonne de direction fragile : rappel ; Banquette arrière et ceinture : rappel.

Which versions of the Toyota RAV4 III are affected?

Every version in our guides is affected by at least one campaign.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used Toyota RAV4 III?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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