CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (37 reports).
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime recalls
Plug-in hybrid DC-DC converter may short and cause fire
A component in the DC-DC converter, the unit that steps down high-voltage battery power for the vehicle's low-voltage systems, may have been damaged during production.
Hybrid System Can Shut Off While Accelerating in Cold Weather
In certain cold weather conditions, while driving in EV Mode, the vehicle's hybrid control software may shut down the hybrid system if the accelerator is pressed rapidly to accelerate.
Stability Control May Stay Off After Restart
The electronic stability control software may fail to turn the Vehicle Stability Control system back on when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has turned it off.
Headlight aim caps may be loose, risking glare to others
Some 2021 RAV4 Prime vehicles may have headlight aiming caps that were not closed properly.
Most common 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime problems
Problem areas named in the 99 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 |
| Unknown Or Other | 24 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Lane Departure | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
What owners report
Rear glass broken all of sudden when the vehicle is parked outside
Observed arcing noises and strong electrical fire smell upon plugging in L2 EVSE charging cable. MIL lit, Hybrid Vehicle Charging System codes active; vehicle refused to charge afterwards. Self-diagnosed and repaired defective 6.6 kW onboard charger. See pics of clear arcing damage withing charging unit - possible fire risk.
Something needs to be done because Toyota is stalling on sending out a critical safety component that has been recalled in thousands of vehicles. It is the HV floor wire connector, when the corrosion is beyond repair, the parts have been back ordered for months. Toyota and dealerships are not approving loaner vehicles. This is a serious safety issue because: If the wire corrodes or shorts out, the vehicle can experience unexpected power loss, stalling, or complete hybrid system failure. this could happen in the middle of driving in fast, traffic, leading to serious injury or loss of life. I have been waiting since February for this part and it is still on backorder. Toyota is not taking this
Random windshield crack that appeared out of no where when leaving work. 4 hour time span of video shows no foul play, nobody was mowing the yard. No way anything hit it - I confirmed. Crack started to expand up and out both ways. Can run my finger along the entire crack without any surface impacts or bumps felt. First noted crack 4/29 and has expanded since.
Front Driver side and front passenger side door actuator has failed. Locks are non responsive to key fob or interior master switch. The door locks have to be manually unlocked with the key or by the individual in the vehicle. It is a complete safety hazard. My local Toyota dealer has quoted me $1,767 to fix the two faulty actuators. The car is 5 years old with 89,000 miles.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime questions
Does the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime: Plug-in hybrid DC-DC converter may short and cause fire; Hybrid System Can Shut Off While Accelerating in Cold Weather; Stability Control May Stay Off After Restart; Headlight aim caps may be loose, risking glare to others. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
Based on 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (37), Unknown Or Other (24), Fuel/Propulsion System (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.