Structure Related Problems of the 2020 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 2020 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the body (39 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate hinge (seven problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Toyota RAV4


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2020 Toyota RAV4

The Body problem

I am writing to formally report a significant structural failure regarding the power liftgate system on my 2020 Toyota Rav4 hybrid xle. Recently, the trunk began failing to close properly. Upon a detailed inspection, I discovered that the sheet metal surrounding the hinges has suffered catastrophic   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem

The powered liftgate hinge is cracking and coming off the body of the car. Now the trunk/liftgate will not close. This is now a safety concern as I’m afraid the other hinge is becoming overloaded and the entire thing could separate off from the car.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that during inclement weather, moisture entered the vehicle through the front passenger side and the rear driver side doors. The contact stated that upon opening both the front passenger’s and the rear driver’s side doors, there   Read details...


Structure related problems in other Toyota RAV4 model year vehicles:



RAV4 Service Bulletins
RAV4 Safety Recalls
RAV4 Defect Investigations