How many steering complaints does NHTSA list for the 2014 Toyota RAV4?

NHTSA lists 21 steering complaints for the 2014 RAV4, which is 11% of the 197 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2014 Toyota RAV4?

Yes. Recall 15V144000, reported March 13, 2015, covers a component of the electric power steering (EPS) system on 2014-2015 RAV4 vehicles along with several Camry and Highlander models.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2014 RAV4?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2014 RAV4 is 88,400 miles.

Did the steering issue cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes tied to this steering complaint area, but 3 fire reports are associated with it.

2014 Toyota RAV4 Steering Problems

Owners filed 21 steering complaints for the 2014 Toyota RAV4, 11% of that year's 197 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 88,400. Toyota issued recall 15V144000 covering the EPS system on 2014-2015 RAV4 models.

Steering complaints: 21; 11% of 197
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 88,400 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel becomes hard to turn or momentarily locks while making low-speed turns, such as exiting a ramp or turning at an intersection.
Power steering assist message or warning light appears and steering effort suddenly increases, sometimes lasting several seconds before returning to normal.
Steering column locks up or the vehicle will not restart after the electronic steering warning panel activates.
Loss of power steering has occurred alongside electrical system failures, including instrument panel flickering and, in some cases, smoke or fire under the hood.
Problem is often intermittent and dealers frequently report they cannot duplicate the failure or find fault codes.

When 2014 Toyota RAV4 steering complaints were filed

First complaint May 12, 2014, latest Aug 14, 2026.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2014 to Aug 2026; peak Aug 2021 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2014 Toyota RAV4

NHTSA 15V144000Mar 13, 2015Steering110,085 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Over time, this damage may result in failure of the electric power steering system.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number of the EPS ECU or steering column assembly. If the number is within the affected range, the EPS ECU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Steering complaints by RAV4 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201018 (5%)
201115 (5%)
20129 (3%)
201311 (4%)
201421 (11%)
201546 (15%)
201610 (4%)
201712 (4%)
201811 (3%)
201932 (4%)
202027 (4%)
202121 (5%)
202220 (14%)
202326 (17%)
202427 (16%)
20255 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA list for the 2014 Toyota RAV4?: NHTSA lists 21 steering complaints for the 2014 RAV4, which is 11% of the 197 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2014 Toyota RAV4?: Yes. Recall 15V144000, reported March 13, 2015, covers a component of the electric power steering (EPS) system on 2014-2015 RAV4 vehicles along with several Camry and Highlander models.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2014 RAV4?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2014 RAV4 is 88,400 miles.
Did the steering issue cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes tied to this steering complaint area, but 3 fire reports are associated with it.