2018 Toyota RAV4 Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 348 owner complaints for the 2018 Toyota RAV4. The EPA rates it 24 to 32 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 348
- Crashes / fires reported
- 33 / 33
- EPA combined
- 24–32 MPG
2018 Toyota RAV4 recalls
Electrical SystemNov 1, 2023 · NHTSA 23V734000+
Risk: A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.
EquipmentJun 28, 2019 · NHTSA 19V503000+
Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
EquipmentDec 20, 2017 · NHTSA 17V831000+
Risk: An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2018 Toyota RAV4 problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System131
- Unknown or Other74
- Engine33
- Service Brakes33
- Power Train28
- Exterior Lighting23
- Vehicle Speed Control21
- Visibility/Wiper19
2018 Toyota RAV4 gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) | 34 | 30 | 32 | $2,000 |
| RAV4 LE/XLE | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,450 |
| RAV4 | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,550 |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,550 |
| RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,700 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2018 Toyota RAV4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Toyota RAV4, most recently for the electrical system (Nov 1, 2023). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Toyota RAV4 problems?
Owners filed 348 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (131), unknown or other (74), engine (33).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Toyota RAV4 get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Toyota RAV4 at 24 to 32 MPG combined (best version: 34 city / 30 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.