Toyota RAV4: Electrical system — 12v/24v/48v battery

Affects Toyota RAV4 · 2013–2018 — about 1.9M vehicles.

The hazard

A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

What to do

Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational