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2013 Toyota RAV4

2 open recalls

Read the first one before you drive it again. Every repair below is free.

Key facts

  • Recall repairs are free by law, however old the vehicle is.
  • You don't need to be the original owner to have it fixed.
  • There is no deadline — an open recall stays open until it's repaired.

Open recalls

Source: NHTSA · synced 29 Jul 2026 13:14
Fire risk Electrical system

A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

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: Park away from buildings and book the repair now.

Free repair · 1,853,568 vehicles affected Read campaign 23V734000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
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Repair when you can Trailer hitches

If the system incorrectly detects an electrical short and turns off the trailer lights while the trailer is being towed at night, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The software within the module may incorrectly detect an electrical short and preventively turn off the electrical current and the trailer lights.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 1,140 vehicles affected Read campaign 15V011000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

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