Toyota RAV4 PRIME — Years to Avoid
Which model years have the most problems and which are safe to buy.
Avoid These Years
2021 Toyota RAV4 PRIME
138 complaints (155% of segment average)
Main issue: The 2021 RAV4 Prime has a known defect with the heat pump causing an alarming sound to be heard within about a 1 minute of startup. The grinding noise causes distraction as it is extremely loud and occurs generally while backing out/maneuvering in tight areas. Toyota released a Service Bulletin in t
2023 Toyota RAV4 PRIME
89 complaints (100% of segment average)
Main issue: The primary instrument display started to go out when it was cold, below 50'F. This could be mitigated by running the engine or running the defrost for a period of time to warm up the area around the display. When it was too cold this winter, that was no longer effective and the display would not