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I am reporting a serious safety concern involving the rear passenger-side seat belt in my 2023 Toyota RAV4.  After normal use, a child who had been properly secured in a child booster seat in the rear passenger-side seating position was unable to be released from the seat belt. The vehicle had not been involved in an accident, collision, or any emergency situation. The child had simply been riding in the vehicle under normal driving conditions.  When it was time for the child to exit the vehicle, the rear passenger-side seat belt had become tangled and tightened around the child. The seat belt would not unlock or release despite repeated attempts to unbuckle it and allow the belt to retract or loosen. The restraint effectively trapped the child in the booster seat.  Because the child could not be freed using the seat belt release mechanism, the only way to remove the child safely was to cut the seat belt. This occurred solely because the seat belt could not be released after ordinary use, not because of a crash or any other unusual event.  A seat belt is intended to protect occupants while also allowing them to exit the vehicle safely after normal operation. In this case, the rear passenger-side seat belt failed to function as intended and created a serious safety hazard by trapping a child and requiring the seat belt to be cut in order to free them.  I am requesting that this incident be investigated to determine whether the rear passenger-side seat belt or its locking mechanism has a manufacturing defect or design issue that could pose a risk to other occupants, particularly children using booster seats.  I am able to provide additional information, photographs, repair records, or any other documentation requested as part of an investigation.

TOYOTA RAV4 2023 SEAT BELTS

I am writing to formally express my concern regarding the premature oxidation developing inside the tail lights on my 2023 Toyota RAV4 XLE. The oxidation is present on both the driver and passenger side tail light assemblies.  As the oxidation continues to worsen, it reduces the clarity and effectiveness of the tail lights. This is not only a cosmetic concern but also a potential safety issue. Diminished light output can make it more difficult for other drivers to clearly see my brake lights, tail lights, and turn signals, particularly during nighttime driving or in adverse weather conditions. This increases the risk of rear-end collisions and compromises the safety of both myself and other motorists.  I have taken good care of my vehicle, and I do not believe this level of deterioration is reasonable for a 2023 model. Exterior lighting components should remain clear and functional for many years under normal use. The fact that both tail lights are experiencing the same issue suggests this may be a manufacturing or material defect rather than normal wear and tear.  I respectfully request that Toyota investigate this matter and inspect my vehicle under the applicable warranty or goodwill policy. If this is a known issue affecting other 2023 RAV4 vehicles, I ask that Toyota consider replacing the affected tail light assemblies at no cost. Vehicle lighting is a critical safety feature, and I believe it is important to address this issue before visibility is further compromised.  I have always appreciated Toyotaâs reputation for quality, reliability, and commitment to customer safety, and I hope this concern will be resolved promptly. I look forward to your response and a satisfactory resolution.  Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.

TOYOTA RAV4 2023 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Door locks not working front doors had actuators replaced after about a year and a half . They have since went out again.

TOYOTA RAV4 2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2023 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving at 46 MPH in heavy rain, a warning message indicating that the pre-collision sensor was blocked and needed to be cleared, was displayed temporarily, and the contact continued driving. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly lost motive power shortly after, and the message  "Steering power is low; please contact dealer" was displayed. The vehicle stalled and failed to restart.The following day, the contact's husband successfully restarted the vehicle, but the vehicle immediately stalled again, displaying a "Pre-collision malfunction; please call dealer" message. A local dealer was contacted, and the contact spoke with a receptionist regarding the battery, but the vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,829.

Odometer shows incorrect speed than actual.

2023 Toyota RAV4 — vehicle data sourced from FuelEconomy.gov.

O Toyota RAV4 (2023) é um SUV compacto híbrido com tração dianteira, oferecendo uma combinação eficiente de desempenho e economia de combustível. Com um motor a gasolina de 2.5L e um motor elétrico, ele proporciona uma potência combinada de 215 cv e um consumo notável na estrada.

	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2023
Preço	—	—	—	—	—	—	$28,275
Cilindrada	2.5L	2.5L	2.5L	2.5L	2.5L	2.5L	2.5L
Tipo combustível	Comum	Gasolina comum	Gasolina comum	Comum	Gasolina comum	Gasolina comum	Regular Gasoline
Transmissão	Automático (S6)	Automático (S6)	Automático (S6)	Automático (S6)	Automático (S6)	Automático (S8)	eCVT
Tipo de carroceria	SUV pequeno 2WD	SUV pequeno 2WD	SUV pequeno 2WD	SUV pequeno 2WD	SUV pequeno 2WD	SUV pequeno 2WD	SUV

Toyota RAV4 (2023) Especificações