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2019 Toyota Rav4

What 2019 Toyota Rav4 owners report most

The dominant pattern in owner complaints centers on propulsion and engine behavior, with many owners reporting that the vehicle fails to accelerate when the accelerator pedal is pressed, particularly when pulling away from stops. Electrical system glitches and structural issues — including dashboard reflections interfering with mirror visibility — make up a meaningful share of the remaining reports. Complaints across several areas note incidents involving fires or crashes, indicating that some reported symptoms occurred in high-stakes driving situations.

Most reported areas

Fuel/Propulsion System safety 29%
Owners report that the vehicle fails to accelerate when the gas pedal is pressed, with the problem occurring when departing from parked positions or traffic stops while the engine remains running. · 1 fire
Engine safety 23%
Owners report a loss of acceleration response when pressing the gas pedal during low-speed departures from parking spots or traffic lights, with the engine continuing to run during the event. · 1 crash
Electrical System safety 12%
Owners report visual glitches appearing on the driver-facing center console display, noted even on vehicles with very low mileage shortly after purchase. · 2 fire · 3 crash · 3 injured
Structure safety 10%
Owners report that reflections from the dashboard obstruct the driver's view in the side rearview mirror. · 1 fire · 2 crash · 1 injured
Power Train safety 9%
79 reports (9%) · 1 crash

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 866 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.