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    Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    EPA MPG: 32 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There is 1 recall on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    We expect the 2025 RAV4 Hybrid will be much more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022, 2023 and 2024 models.

    The 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "Needed new battery only available from Toyota dealer"

    Anonymous, KS (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Faulty engine sensor."

    Anonymous, MA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Insulation insufficiency For noise and temperature control"

    Anonymous, TN (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Prematurely burnt out headlights. They've been replaced twice within 4 years; we've never had that issue with prior cars, which had longer-lasting headlights."

    Anonymous A., NY (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Leaking coolant water pump"

    Anonymous A., AB (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Water pump needed to be replaced"

    Anonymous, DE (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "At about 95,000 miles, the water pump began to leak. The RAV4 was drivable, and we took it to a mechanic to be replaced."

    Anonymous, CA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Water pump started leaking, and was replaced."

    Anonymous, BC (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    12V battery

    "The car would no longer start. The main battery was not involved, but the part involved with controlling the system was replaced."

    Anonymous, NV (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "The vehicle failed to start after inactivity for 10 days during a snow storm. The vehicle was garaged at home. AAA came to charge the battery. This has not happened again."

    Anonymous, TN (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Headlights

    "Headlights keep burning out. A recall supposedly fixed this problem, but the bulbs still must be replaced every year or two. This seems excessive."

    Anonymous A., MD (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Other electrical system problem

    "Te right rear door latch actuator (inside the door) failed so that the door could not be opened from the inside--definitely a safety hazard. It could be opened from the outside. Fixing this cost $440."

    Anonymous, LA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Tire pressure monitor

    "Probably tire sensor stopped working. But in 4 month it hot back to operational mode"

    Anonymous, DE (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    What Owners Say

    Antilock braking system (ABS)

    "False rear speed sensor failure codes, four hours of expensinve trouble shooting and 500 $ unneeded repair for a recommandation to replace the ABS control module 7,000 $"

    Anonymous, QC (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Premature brake wear

    "From routine inspection, realzed front brakes needed to be replaced"

    Anonymous A., MN (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Calipers had to be replaced"

    Anonymous, NJ (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Squeaking

    "Had to replace rotors a few times and even after a few hundred miles the squeaking came back. Dealer stated that they applied brake cleaner and it would go away in between service periods"

    Anonymous, NJ (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Steering And Suspension

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    What Owners Say

    Alignment

    "Toyota said - that year model had alignment problems. AAA said nothing more I could do other than totally replace (what makes the alignment correct) & that it was safe, but I'd go through tires much faster with wear. Seems to affect inner treads, especially in the rear. I get 35,000 or so out of my tires. Am on 4th set of tires including original set."

    Anonymous, VA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Shocks or struts

    "They say my shocks and struts are bad and have ruined a set of tires."

    Anonymous, IN (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Tire wear is uneven

    "Caused by manufacture's design flaw."

    Anonymous, VA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    EV Battery

    What Owners Say

    Electric/hybrid battery pack replacement

    "My battery was over 7 years old and ran out of juice. I had to have it replaced."

    Anonymous, CA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "My battery completely died and couldn't hold a charge (even after being jumped). Had to be towed to a dealership and full battery replacement."

    Anonymous, MA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Noises And Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Air or water leaks

    "Both rooftop drain channels got clogged and water drained into the passenger right side floor area had to be completely torn apart dried out took about five days to repair. This is a known problem with the RAV4 the newer models have some kind of warranty the 2017 does not."

    Anonymous, (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Powertrain cooling leaks

    "water pump needed replaced. corrected in winter 2024."

    Anonymous A., OH (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    Display screen freezes up

    "It is an intermittent problem that is resolved by turning the vehicle off and on. The dealership said that it could possibly be fixed with an update but wanted to charge $200+ to fix it."

    Anonymous A., CA (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    What Owners Say

    Fuel pump

    "During routine maintenance, mechanic discovered the problem and fixed it."

    Anonymous, TN (2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    Paint And Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

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    POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
    Powertrain
    Electric Motor
    EV Battery
    Engine Major
    Engine Minor
    Engine Cooling
    Engine Electrical
    Transmission Major
    Transmission Minor
    Drive System
    Fuel System/Emissions
    Exhaust
    Steering and Suspension
    Brakes
    Climate System
    Build Quality
    Electrical Accessories
    Body Hardware
    Paint/Trim
    Noises/Leaks
    In-car Electronics
    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    TIRES
    May 02, 2017
    A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
    What should you do:
    Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 17V295000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 409
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