2013 Toyota Rav4 | 2014 Toyota Rav4 | 2015 Toyota Rav4 | 2017 Toyota Rav4 | 2018 Toyota Rav4 | 2016 Toyota Rav4 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Published November 2, 2023 · Recall initiated: November 1, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V734000, published November 2, 2023 and initiated November 1, 2023. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2013 Toyota Rav4 | 2014 Toyota Rav4 | 2015 Toyota Rav4 | 2017 Toyota Rav4 | 2018 Toyota Rav4 | 2016 Toyota Rav4 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery.
What's the hazard
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.
What to do
Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TOYOTA
- Model
- RAV4
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Lot
- 2013 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2014 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2015 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2017 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2018 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2016 TOYOTA RAV4
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Toyota Rav4 | 2014 Toyota Rav4 | 2015 Toyota Rav4 | 2017 Toyota Rav4 | 2018 Toyota Rav4 | 2016 Toyota Rav4 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V734000 on November 2, 2023. Reported hazard: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TOYOTA. Model: RAV4.