2019 Toyota RAV4 Engine Problems
- 11
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
Two weeks ago the car came on with an error message stating the hybrid system had failed. I brought it into the dealer and they replaced a relay valve and said they had been having the same problem in cold weather with other rav4 hybrids. Now today, i went to start the car and it was listing about 6 error messages, everything from the brake power being low, engine failure, etc. The car wouldn't start and had to be…
ODI 11307911
Engine
I forgot to turn off the engine (push button) after parking. The engine ran for more than 5 hours until i returned. Unlike the traditional key that most of us remember to take it after parking. Removing the key will turn off the engine. I am of the opinion that this a critical safety issue: 1. The engine could overheat in hot summer and may even catch on fire 2. Anyone can drive the car away without the key. Low or…
ODI 11308347
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
My 2019 tortola rav4 xle with 6401 miles on it has been experiencing problems with stalling since i first got it in august. I notice it especially when i don't make complete stops. It will stall and yank the car forward. It is annoying and embarrassing that my new car does not drive smooth. I will be taking it to a toyota dealerships to get evaluated.
ODI 11309396
Engine
Update to claim #11233589: after going back to the dealership a second time because oil continued to climb up the dip stick, the service dept found that you cannot put more than 4.6 quarts into the rav4. The factory put in 5 quarts, and the dealership also put in 5 quarts at the first appt. The problem has now been solved since the correct amount of oil in now in the car.
ODI 11252167
Engine
The vehicle has an engine knock/rattle noise at cold start up.
ODI 11309474
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving down i-25 south of denver, co in heavy traffic at 75 mph, the engine abruptly shut off. I suddenly had no engine power, power brakes or power steering. Luckily i was able to coast to the shoulder, but came close to hitting or being hit by several vehicles. When we made it to the shoulder all the warning lights and messages were appearing on the dash. After letting the car sit a few minutes i restarted…
ODI 11231792
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Vehicle does not function as advertised, ecm appears to change shifting, hybrid, and gasoline usage at lower temps. Pre-collision system malfunctions with any visibility reduction, causing the vehicle to suddenly brake at highway speeds or to not brake at all with radar cruise active. Also have same issue as others with not being able to fill tank more than 10 gallons of 14. Mileage is as low as 24 mpg for a whole…
ODI 11307544
Engine
Purchased auto 3/20/19 and at that time oil appeared to be right at mark on dipstick. A month later noticed the oil level rising. Took rav4 back to dealer 7/5/19 and had new oil and filter installed and dipstick set at proper mark. Dealer felt it was probably overfilled at factory. However, on 7/20/19 the oil is now 1/2 inch above the mark set by the dealer on 7/5. Concerned this might be problematic for all ravs.…
ODI 11233589
Engine · Power Train
At this time there at least 24 complaint about a "lurching" problem at low speed and re acceleration. A very significant "lurching" almost"stalling" is very apparent as the complaints indicate. In addition, the transmission starts in 4th gear...not 1st gear from a dead stop. I would consider this a safety issue. Has been an issue from day 1 of car purchase. Vehicle now has 5600 miles on it.
ODI 11245080
Engine
Vehicle makes a grinding/winding/lurching noise while accelerating, braking and during normal driving. Problem gets worse every day.
ODI 11220210
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Vehicle will not accelerate when pushing down on the gas pedal. This can occur when leaving a parking place or. From a traffic light. The engine does not stop running. It has only happened three times, but could cause an accident. The toyota dealer could not duplicate this at the 5000 mile inspection and there are no codes set nor does it set a check engine light when it happens.
ODI 11209676