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2021 Toyota RAV4 engine problems

41 complaints about engine have been filed for the 2021 Toyota RAV4, which is 8% of all its NHTSA complaints. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.

At a glance

Complaints
41 8% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
0 and 3
Injuries and deaths
0 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 3 fires.

What owners wrote

The contact stated that the owner of a 2021 Toyota Rav4 was driving approximately 35 mph when the odor of burning rubber was present inside the cabin of the vehicle. After stopping and exiting the vehicle flames were present coming from the engine compartment. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. The vehicle was destroyed during the incident. A fire report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined.

Reported at 30,000 miles, July 2022 Fire

The contact rented a 2021 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard a vibrating sound coming from the front driver’s side windshield. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the contact was informed that the vehicle was a rental and could not be diagnosed. The contact was informed to return the vehicle to Avis Car Rental. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled.

Reported at 53,000 miles, July 2023

Other problems reported for the 2021 Toyota RAV4

Engine problems in other years

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