2026 Toyota RAV4
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 8 of 28 complaints (29%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 100 in 2025 to 28 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,600–2,250 | 1,600–2,250 | 1,450–1,650 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–39 | 28–39 | 38–43 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–41 / 32–38 | 25–41 / 33–38 | 41–47 / 35–40 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 224–323 | 224–320 | 205–231 | |
| Complaints filed | 173 | 100 | 28 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 4 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 28 | 10 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 21 | 9 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 6 | 5 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota RAV4 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 8 of 28 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Toyota RAV4 get?
EPA rates it 38–43 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Toyota RAV4?
EPA estimates $1,450–$1,650 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 43 mpg | 37 mpg | 41 mpg | $1,500 | 220 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 43 mpg | 37 mpg | 41 mpg | $1,500 | 221 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 46 mpg | 39 mpg | 42 mpg | $1,500 | 209 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 45 mpg | 38 mpg | 41 mpg | $1,500 | 215 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 41 mpg (low) | 35 mpg (low) | 38 mpg (low) | $1,650 (high) | 231 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 47 mpg (high) | 40 mpg (high) | 43 mpg (high) | $1,450 (low) | 205 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · Campaign 26V571000 · Sep 2, 2026
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid, 2025 Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, 2026 RAV4 Hybrid, 4Runner i-Force Max Hybrid, and 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 18, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA18.