Question 1

Fuel tank does not fill to full capacity (RAV4)

Accepted Answer

Some 2019-2020 RAV4 (including Hybrid) fuel tanks cannot be filled completely because the tank deforms, reducing real range by up to about 100 miles. Toyota ran a customer support program with tank replacement.

Question 2

Weak 12V auxiliary battery (2.5 Hybrid)

Accepted Answer

On electric and hybrid vehicles, the 12V auxiliary battery powers the startup electronics; when it weakens the car may not go into Ready mode, show random warnings or fail to charge. It is more common with infrequent use and after 4-6 years.

Question 3

Inverter coolant pump failure

Accepted Answer

The electric pump that cools the hybrid inverter can fail, triggering a check hybrid system warning and reduced power to protect the inverter. Checking the inverter coolant circuit during service is recommended.

Toyota RAV4RAV4 XA50

Known issues and common problems

Toyota RAV4RAV4 XA50

Known issues and common problems

Fuel tank does not fill to full capacity (RAV4)1 solutionsLow

Weak 12V auxiliary battery (2.5 Hybrid)1 solutionsLow

Inverter coolant pump failureat 160000 km · 1 solutionsMedium