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2024 Toyota Rav4 Electrical Problems

13 owner-reported electrical complaints from NHTSA data

13
Complaints
1
Recalls
Jan 2026Nov 2025
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Electrical Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #25V595000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. 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.

Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.

Owner Complaints (13)

criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jan 2026

Your 2024 RAV4 experienced serious safety-related malfunctions and warning lights involving the electrical system, engine, and fuel system. Despite visiting the dealership for repairs, you were not given written confirmation that the vehicle was safe to drive, and your repeated requests for documentation were not fulfilled. Because the safety issues remained unresolved and unverified, you lack confidence in the vehicle's safe operation. Resolving this issue will likely require diagnostic testing to identify and repair the underlying electrical, engine, or fuel system problems, followed by written safety verification from the dealership.

NHTSA #: 11708815
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2025

Your 2024 RAV4 is subject to a recalled electrical system issue (NHTSA Campaign 25V595000), but the repair part isn't currently available at your dealer. The dealer advised you not to drive the vehicle because if the failure occurs while driving, your instrument cluster could stop working and safety features may become unavailable. This is a pending recall repair that needs to be completed once the part becomes available.

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NHTSA #: 11695428
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2025

Had to have my 2024 Toyota RAV 4 towed for a second time in 2 month after driving in heavy rain. During the first instance, I drove less than 10 miles on the highway in very heavy rain. Arrived at my destination, put the car in park and the engine and RPM meter started pulsating, revving feeling as if the car were going to stall.

NHTSA #: 11690178
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: May 2024

Your car suddenly accelerated on its own while you were pulling into a parking spot, causing it to hit a cement wall. The brake warning light came on and you applied the brakes, but the damage was already done to the front of the vehicle and the collision sensor was severely damaged. The issue appears to involve the electrical system, braking system, and forward collision avoidance system working together.

NHTSA #: 11591815
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: May 2024

While you were parking in a garage with your foot off the accelerator and ready to brake, your car suddenly accelerated on its own and hit a cement wall. Your brake warning light came on, and although you hit the brakes hard, the collision had already happened. Your front bumper cracked and dented, and the entire front end was scraped and scratched, with the collision sensor damaged as a result.

NHTSA #: 11591433
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Mar 2026

Your 12.3-inch multimedia display screen keeps going blank while you're driving, including while you're using the navigation map. This has happened multiple times even after service visits, and once caused a near-accident when the map disappeared in city traffic. The issue likely involves repairing or replacing the display unit or its electrical connections.

NHTSA #: 11723075
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2026

Your dashboard and 9.5-inch screen go completely black at random times while you're driving, leaving you unable to see your speed, fuel level, warning lights, or backup camera. Toyota's dealer confirmed there's a recall for the larger 12.5-inch screens but says your 9.5-inch screen isn't covered and they don't have a fix available. This could be a safety concern since you lose critical driving information when it happens. The issue likely involves a display unit or its electrical connection that may need replacement or repair.

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NHTSA #: 11719033
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Nov 2025

Your front camera stopped working after 18 months, disabling your car's safety features like forward collision avoidance. The dealership quoted $2,000 to replace it. This camera is critical for your car's safety systems to function properly.

NHTSA #: 11699500
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2025

Your car's infotainment screen frequently fails to connect to your phone for GPS navigation, or disconnects while you're driving. When this happens, you're forced to use your phone's map instead, which requires you to look away from the road and increases your risk of missing turns or exits.

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NHTSA #: 11694338
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2025

Your 2024 RAV4 is subject to a recall (NHTSA Campaign 25V595000), but the repair part hasn't been available for what you feel is an unreasonably long time. You've experienced your instrument panel and infotainment screen going black intermittently, though the dealer couldn't reproduce the problem during inspection. Toyota is aware of the issue and has opened a case to investigate.

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NHTSA #: 11693865
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2025

Your car's Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth system repeatedly disconnects and won't reconnect without restarting the vehicle, making it unsafe to rely on navigation and hands-free calling while driving. Toyota has acknowledged this is a known wiring issue and says a software update will fix it, but the update hasn't been released despite multiple dealership visits under warranty. The dealer has refused to replace the radio or rewire the system, leaving you without a working solution.

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NHTSA #: 11674778
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Sep 2024

Your RAV4 is having trouble starting, with multiple alarms going off when you try to turn it on. The vehicle finally started on the third attempt, but the problem keeps happening even after repairs. The issue occurred around 50,000 miles.

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NHTSA #: 11615426
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Jun 2025

Your wipers are turning on by themselves without you activating them, and your radio is shutting down unexpectedly and then turning back on. These electrical glitches suggest a potential issue with your vehicle's electrical system or wiper control module that should be diagnosed by a technician.

NHTSA #: 11669891

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