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2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid recalls and problems

1 recall and 14 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

1
recalls
14
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid recalls

Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire

NHTSA campaign 17V295000 · reported May 2, 2017 · Gulf States Toyota, Inc. · 409 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
The risk
A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 14, 2023 · Electrical system · 41,000 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while the vehicle was being charged, the battery intermittently failed to charge. As a result, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that unknown warning lights were illuminated but turned off after the battery was on…

Jun 3, 2021 · Fuel system, gasoline · 40,000 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, he attempted to avoid a rock but was unsuccessful. The contact stated that rock struck the fuel neck and caused a substantial fuel leak, 13/8 hose was unprotected and cut. A fellow motorist alerted the contact of the failure. The…

May 8, 2019 · Electronic stability control (ESC) · 41,000 miles

LDA AUDIO WARNING TOO LOW TO BE HEARD WHEN DRIVING I SHOULD NOT NEED TO BE LOOKING AT A SCREEN INSTEAD OF THE ROAD. SEAT BELT WARNING NOT AUDIBLE

Feb 22, 2019 · Service brakes

2017 TOYOTA RAV 4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED BRAKING WHILE CAR IS IN CRUISE CONTROL.

Jan 30, 2019 · Unknown or other · 42,800 miles

JAN 29, 4:45PM, EVERETT WA. SHORTLY AFTER MERGING ONTO SOUTHBOUND I-5 FROM 526 THERE WAS A SINGLE LOUD EXPLODING NOISE FOLLOWED BY THE SOUND OF GLASS PIECES. THE SHADE GUARD WAS CLOSED. OPENING SHADE GUARD SHOWED THAT SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED LEAVING JAGGED GLASS AROUND THE EDGE TILTING UPWARDS. VEHICLE SPEED ABOUT 55MPH…

RAV4 Hybrid model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2016 01740
2017 11410
2018 01520
2019 32230
2020 51300

Across all years, the 2026 RAV4 Hybrid has the most complaints (29). All Toyota RAV4 Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, the most recent reported on May 2, 2017 (Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (3 complaints), followed by service brakes (2).
How many 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 14 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 14, 2023.