2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID has 6 complaints and 2 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report delays in obtaining parts for recall repairs, specifically involving the air bag system. No owners reported experiencing an actual failure related to the recall issues.
Common Issues
- Recall repair delays. Multiple owners report receiving notification of an air bag recall but parts required for repair were unavailable for an extended time.
- Manufacturer communication. Some owners state the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time frame for repair parts availability, with varying degrees of dealer and manufacturer awareness about the delays.
- Air bag sensor concern. All complaints reference the NHTSA Campaign Number 23V865000 related to occupant classification system sensors affecting air bag deployment.
There are two recalls affecting the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The recalls primarily involve safety systems related to air bag functions. The recalls address risks associated with the air bag system failing to deploy during a crash.
Recalls
- Occupant Classification Sensor. NHTSA recall 23V865000 affects 999,901 vehicles including the 2021 RAV4 Hybrid. A short circuit may develop in the occupant classification system sensor, preventing front passenger air bag deployment. The risk involves increased injury during a crash if the air bag does not deploy. Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as needed at no cost. This is a phased recall with parts currently unavailable and further phases planned through 2026.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, safety defects, or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Those affected should consider consulting an attorney to understand their legal options.
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID Summary
2021
Model Year
6
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
999901
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID
999901 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Complaints
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID
ID: 2086721AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available .
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID
ID: 2085193AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID
ID: 2074052AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID
ID: 2073203AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID
ID: 2062101AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID
ID: 2053505AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.