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Engine control module (ecu/ecm): software
NewRisk. An unexpected powertrain shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, most often about the power train. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 12, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Power train
7Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Engine
2Air bags
2Forward collision avoidance
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Visibility/wiper
1Lane departure
1Seat belts
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 1 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Best & worst years
2026 vs. every other RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid median. How we score
'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid safety ratings
2026 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID SUV PHEV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On November 5, 2026, my 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid XSE, with approximately 1,484 miles, experienced a sudden reduction in acceleration capability while merging onto a highway at approximately 30–40 mph. When attempting to accelerate, the vehicle felt as though engine braking was occurring, and…
While driving in heavy traffic, the engine shuddered then dashboard warnings: "Hybrid System Malfunction Output Power Reduced, Drive-Start Control Malfunction, AWD System Malfunction." I pulled over, parked, then the transmission wouldn't shift to drive or reverse.
The contact owns a 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with an EV inverter and transmission failure. The vehicle was pending repairs and remained at…
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