Toyota RAV4: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 45,806 Toyota RAV4 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1995 and 2026.
In a sample of 395 cars, 38% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is wipers give insufficient visibility (9.9% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 23 recalls for this model; 6.1% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.8% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 9.9% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 8.9% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 5.8% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 4.6% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 4.6% |
| Tyre damaged | 2.8% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 2.8% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 1.5% |
| Rear fog light not working (properly) | 1.3% |
| Axle or wheel guide component defective | 1.3% |
Share of 395 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 5.1% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 2.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 45,806 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 6.1% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.8% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 1995 to 2026 |
All Toyota RAV4 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-19 | electrical system | – | 7,871 |
| 2025-08-14 | other | – | 18,050 |
| 2024-12-27 | electrical system | – | 57 |
| 2024-04-18 | other | – | 854 |
| 2023-10-02 | electrical system | – | 6,330 |
| 2023-07-19 | electrical system | serious | 299 |
| 2023-02-07 | electrical system | – | 56 |
| 2021-10-18 | other | serious | 7,134 |
| 2021-03-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 388 |
| 2020-07-13 | suspension | serious | 130 |
| 2020-05-15 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 8,922 |
| 2020-03-19 | windows and wipers | serious | 0 |
| 2019-07-29 | brakes | serious | 0 |
| 2019-07-15 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 5 |
| 2019-05-13 | other | – | 1,599 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Toyota RAV4 fail the APK?
In a sample of 395 cars first registered 2012–2021, 38% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Toyota RAV4?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (9.9%), tyre pressure incorrect (8.9%), tyre tread depth insufficient (5.8%).
Does the Toyota RAV4 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 23 recalls. 6.1% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.