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2024 Toyota RAV4

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 RAV4.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2024 Toyota RAV4 continues the model line with an eight-speed automatic transmission and EPA fuel economy ratings of 27 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined. With 161 total owner complaints and three recalls recorded against a model complaint history spanning 1994 through 2025, the 2024 sits well below the 2007 RAV4's peak of 1,002 complaints — the highest in the nameplate's recorded history — and its top complaint category of "Unknown or Other" indicates no single system has yet surfaced as a recurring failure point. That comparatively low complaint count positions the 2024 as a relatively stable entry in the RAV4's reliability trajectory, though the three recalls warrant ongoing attention as these vehicles accumulate real-world mileage.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy27/35/30 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnHEADOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter1780177050 alt 17801F0050
Fuel filter770240R050 alt 770240R040
Spark plug9091901289
Battery2880021223 alt 2880025033
Front wiper blades8521242190 alt 8522242180
Serpentine belt90916A2027 alt 9091602778
Thermostat1632647020 alt 1603125011
Cabin air filter8713958010 alt 871390R030

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length180.7 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height66.9 in
Wheelbase105.9 in
Curb weight3490 lb
Track (front / rear)63 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined27 / 35 / 30 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the RAV4 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.30 sec — 2024 TRD Off-Road
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2024TRD Off-Road 2.5L I-48.30 sec16.50 sec203 hpAWD
2023Prime XSE PHEV 2.5L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh5.50 sec14.00 sec302 hpAWD
2023Hybrid XSE 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh7.27 sec15.50 sec219 hpAWD
2023Hybrid Woodland Edition 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh7.30 sec15.60 sec219 hpAWD
2022TRD Off-Road 2.5L I-48.20 sec16.30 sec203 hpAWD
2026HEV Limited 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh7.00 sec15.40 sec236 hpAWD
2026HEV Limited 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh7.10 sec15.30 sec236 hpAWD
2021Prime XSE PHEV 2.5L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh5.40 sec14.00 sec302 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Service checks

Engine Compression142

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Hybrid Battery Compartment Air Filter (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque)
Every 30,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miBrake Power Booster Unit (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The current generation's federal record reveals a dramatic drop in complaints from the problematic 2019 (868) and 2020 (624) launch years, eventually stabilizing in the low hundreds. The 2024 model year sits at the upper edge of this stabilized baseline with 162 complaints and 3 recalls, marking a slight uptick from 2023's 141 complaints and currently tracking higher than 2025's 70 complaints. For 2024, "Unknown Or Other" is the leading complaint area with 35 reports, followed by combined "Steering, Electrical System, Engine" issues (12) and isolated "Engine" problems (11), though the data does not specify the root causes. While there are 25 crash-related complaints, there are zero fire complaints, and federal investigations have remained at zero for this generation since 2018. Given the vastly improved federal record compared to the early production years and the stabilization of recalls, the 2024 RAV4 is a solid, low-risk year to purchase used.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
62
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
161
Owner complaints
25 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 161 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other35
Steering,Electrical System,Engine12
Engine11
Structure8
Air Bags8
Electrical System7
Service Brakes7
Visibility/Wiper3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

24V911000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:CaliperReported 05/12/2024

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged components will be…

25V595000Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/PanelReported 11/09/2025

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025… Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 62 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0029-262026-04-24Electrical SystemA new head unit software update is available for 2023 – 2024 model year RAV4, RAV4…
T-SB-0023-262026-04-01EngineSome customers may experience a rough running engine with a MIL ON P140018 DTC. Upon…
T-SB-0104-21 Rev22026-02-27EngineOBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now…
T-TT-0797-262026-01-12Electrical SystemSome RAV4 vehicles power seat where the automatic seat adjustment by the memory function…
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2024 RAV4 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the RAV4 get?

EPA figures are 27 city / 35 highway / 30 combined mpg.