Toyota Recalls 2019-2020 RAV4 Models for Front Suspension Arm Cracks
Toyota is recalling 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles because front lower suspension arms may crack and separate, risking loss of vehicle control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension arm separation) that can result in a loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the front lower suspension arms may develop cracks. If these cracks cause the suspension arm to separate from the front wheel assembly, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The recall affects approximately 9,502 vehicles. Toyota will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace both front lower suspension arms free of charge. This recall began on August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 for more information. Toyota's interim numbers for this recall are 20TB08 and 20TA08.
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.
The recalled product
- Product
- TOYOTA RAV4, RAV4 HYBRID
- Brand
- TOYOTA
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 9,502
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- RAV4
- RAV4 HYBRID
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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