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2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid recalls and problems

1 recall and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid.

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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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mentioning a fire

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2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ECU/ECM), software

NHTSA campaign 26V659000 · reported October 7, 2026 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 30,978 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The motor generator ECU may encounter an error, causing the plug-in-hybrid system to reduce power or shutdown when driven at higher speeds.
The risk
An unexpected powertrain shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed starting November 22, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA22.

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 29, 2026 · Engine

While driving in heavy traffic, the engine shuddered then dashboard warnings: "Hybrid System Malfunction Output Power Reduced, Drive-Start Control Malfunction, AWD System Malfunction." I pulled over, parked, then the transmission wouldn't shift to drive or reverse.

Sep 24, 2026 · Air bags

If I could select everything under the adaptive driver assistance details, I would. Upon startup, every warning light lit up on the car and messages popped that all of the safety systems were disabled on the car with a message to visit the dealer stating there was a "system malfunction." I turned the car off and…

Sep 24, 2026 · Unknown or other

The sunglasses holder above and between the driver and passenger suddenly opened while on the interstate, causing the sunglasses to fall out, creating a sudden distraction. The sunglasses could have also fallen by and interfered with the pedal assembly. The sunglasses holder continues to pop open while driving even…

Sep 1, 2026 · Visibility/wiper

The front windshield on my new 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid XSE, which is equipped with a head-up display (HUD) and uses HUD-specific laminated glass, appears to have an optical clarity/distortion issue. The original factory-installed windshield is still on the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request…

Aug 30, 2026 · Structure

On two separate occasions, the hatch has opened all by itself. One time was in public, and another time while sitting in my driveway overnight with the vehicle locked. This is a safety hazard as opening by itself could cause things to fall out of the back while driving, or theft/weather damage when just sitting in my…

RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2025 21020
2026 11300

All Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid, the most recent reported on October 7, 2026 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ECU/ECM), software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (5).
How many 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-IN Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 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 29, 2026.