CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Toyota RAV4 has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 287 complaints with NHTSA, including 44 crashes, 8 fires, 20 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (70 reports).
2011 Toyota RAV4 recalls
Rear Suspension Arm May Fail, Risking Loss of Control
Certain Toyota RAV4 (2006-2011) and Lexus HS 250h (2010) vehicles may have rear suspension arms, also called rear tie rods, whose adjusting lock nuts were possibly tightened improperly after servicing.
Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Certain vehicles were equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters that have a copper strand heating element.
Rear seat belts may be cut in a frontal crash
Certain Toyota RAV4 vehicles from model years 2006 to 2012, along with 2012 to 2014 RAV4 EVs, may have rear outboard seat belts that can be cut by the seat cushion frame during a frontal collision.
Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire
Some Toyota vehicles may have a power window master switch where grease was inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts during manufacturing.
Wipers May Stop Working, Reducing Driver Visibility
Water can drip onto the joint connecting the wiper linkage to the wiper motor.
Most common 2011 Toyota RAV4 problems
Problem areas named in the 287 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 70 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 48 |
| Service Brakes | 43 |
| Engine | 33 |
| Seat Belts | 30 |
| Power Train | 25 |
| Air Bags | 23 |
| Electrical System | 19 |
| Structure | 16 |
| Suspension | 16 |
What owners report
Airbag light is on
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Rav4. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 89,000. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax report that the mileage was 230,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal clunking sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle felt as if the rear suspension had failed. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who determined that the rear suspension arms were detaching from the subframe. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously included in TSB: 0042-14, NHTSA ID Number: 10060729 (Suspension), and was repaired in 2013. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V596000 (Suspension), and the campaign had since expired in 2019;
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate unintendedly. The contact continuously depressed the brake pedal and shifted to neutral(N), and the vehicle responded as intended. The contact stated that the failure recurred while at a complete stop and while reversing from the driveway onto the roadway. The failure only occurred while the cruise control was activated but not set. The contact previously owned another 2011 Toyota Rav4 vehicle, which also experienced the failure. An independent mechanic informed the contact that the manufacturer had previously provided a rem
I bought a pre-own car for my daughter in November 2022 from CARMAX in the City of Colma, California. The car is white color 2011 Toyota Rav4. In March 2025, my daughter started noticing the paint peeling off from the roof and driver side front panel. I found out that the paint issue is due to the defects from manufacturer when I visited paint shop to repair. I did researched online and found out Toyota had Customer Support Program until December 2022 for the issue. I contacted Toyota Corporate office but was told that CSP has ended and nothing they can do. Even though I am now aware that CSP has ended in December 2022, I found that it is unfair for the owner whose car just started exhibitin
2011 Toyota RAV4 questions
Does the 2011 Toyota RAV4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2011 Toyota RAV4: Rear Suspension Arm May Fail, Risking Loss of Control; Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Rear seat belts may be cut in a frontal crash; Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire; Wipers May Stop Working, Reducing Driver Visibility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Toyota RAV4?
Based on 287 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (70), Visibility/Wiper (48), Service Brakes (43).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Toyota RAV4 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.