The Lemon Index2023 Toyota RAV4.
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is so far one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 233 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 45, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 28 to 40 mpg combined. The best Toyota RAV4 year is 2014.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
Fixes owners look up most.
From 100 YouTube videos about the 2019–2025 Toyota RAV4, 45.9M views. The 2023 is the same RAV4.
- Infotainment, battery & electrical1.4M views
2019 - 2023 Toyota RAV4 Key Fob Battery Replacement - EASY DIYKey Fob Rob · 864K views · 4 videos - Oil changes & service848K views
Oil Change on 2019-2025 Toyota RAV4 plus a few extra tips you should know!Throttle-On John · 430K views · 3 videos - Gauges, lights & wiring445K views
Quick & Easy - Reset Toyota RAV4 Maintenance Required Oil Light (2019 - 2024)Blu-TSX · 445K views - Brakes & ABS419K views
Toyota RAV4 (2019-2025): How To Replace Front Brake Pads And Rotors In The Gen 5 Toyota RAV4?Morozov Automotive · 252K views · 2 videos
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- Windows, doors & mirrors397K views
Toyota RAV4 (2019-2025): How To Open Gas / Fuel Tank Door?Morozov Automotive · 250K views · 2 videos - Heat, A/C & blend door341K views
Toyota RAV4 (2019-2025): Cabin Air Filter Replacement. Easy DIY!Morozov Automotive · 341K views - Fuel pump, filter & tank285K views
Toyota RAV4 (2019-2025): How To Unlock Stuck Gas Tank Door?Morozov Automotive · 285K views
Before you buy, watch
Should you buy the latest Toyota RAV4 2019-2021?The Car Care Nut · 1.0M views
5 Most Common Problems of the Toyota Rav4 2019-2025Carnivauto · 434K views
Toyota RAV4 SUV 2020 in-depth review - CarbuyerCarbuyer · 298K viewsViews show how many people looked up each fix, not how often it breaks. Videos belong to their creators; we link to them.
How serious. Out of 233 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Toyota RAV4 year. 2023 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 21K to 58K miles on the car (34 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 25K–59K miles
Recalls 3
- back over prevention 2025
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
- electrical 2025
Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
- tires 2023
During installation of the alloy wheels, the tire valve stem may have been improperly installed or damaged.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Toyota told dealers about
Toyota sent dealers 157 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Oil leak concern
- Leak from the engine water pump
- Engine Oil Leak between the Lower Oil Pan and Crank Case
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1600–2300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
The front camera is known to overheat in weather that exceeds 70°F. Which disables the AEB, Cruise Control, Lane Keep, Automatic Headlights, and Automatic Wipers.
2023 Toyota RAV4 owner · NHTSA complaint 11747538
More owner reports
Few days back got a message "voltage abnormality steering power low" a few times. Today, got a message saying the sensors indicated on the form are malfunctioning. Car is 2.5 yrs old with 23.5k miles on it.
NHTSA complaint 11721390
The display goes black and then will restart. It foes this over and over. The navigation and other features canât be used and it will not stay on long enough to try and update.
NHTSA complaint 11742009
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Toyota RAV4 reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 2.2× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2023 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 45; 100 is average). The best Toyota RAV4 year by this measure is 2014.
What are the most common 2023 Toyota RAV4 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (38%), steering (12%) and engine (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 have?
3 safety recalls (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 get?
28 to 40 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2023 Toyota RAV4 safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2023 Toyota RAV4 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 21,000 and 58,200 miles. The middle report was at 36,300 miles, from 34 complaints.
Does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 cost in fuel a year?
About $1600 to $2300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 have?
2.5L 4-cyl.
What Toyota RAV4 year is better than the 2023?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2014, 2022 and 2015.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works