What years was the Toyota RAV4 made?

The Toyota RAV4 has been produced from 1996 to present.

How do I check for Toyota RAV4 recalls?

Enter your Toyota RAV4 VIN above. Our free tool checks the NHTSA database for any open safety recalls specific to your vehicle.

What does a Toyota RAV4 VIN tell me?

A Toyota RAV4 VIN reveals the exact trim level, engine size, manufacturing plant, safety features, and model year. Our decoder extracts all this data instantly.

1996–2026 Model Years

Toyota RAV4 VIN Check & Specs

Name: Toyota RAV4
Brand: Toyota

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About the Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a popular suv that has been in production since 1996 and continues to be manufactured today.

Before buying a used RAV4, it's critical to check the VIN for open safety recalls, accident history, and manufacturing defects. Our free decoder pulls data directly from NHTSA to give you peace of mind.

1996

First Year

Present

Still Made

Model Years

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2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996

Common Toyota RAV4 Issues

Based on NHTSA complaints and recall data, here are areas to watch when buying a used RAV4:

Safety Recalls

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Transmission

Shifting & reliability

Electrical

Sensors & wiring issues

Engine

Oil consumption & timing

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