2019 Toyota RAV4 Fuel System Problems
Fuel System complaints make up 269 of 878 total complaints (31%) for the 2019 Toyota RAV4, the highest share of any model year. Most reports describe an inability to fill the tank to its rated capacity, with a median mileage at failure of 1,000 miles. One related recall (campaign 20V682000) covers a fuel pump assembly replacement.
- Fuel System complaints
- 269
- 31% of 878
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 1,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Fuel tank refuses to accept more than about 8 to 12 gallons in a 14.5-gallon tank, cutting off early during fill-ups.
- Drivers report needing multiple trickle-fill attempts at the pump to get anywhere close to a full tank.
- Reduced usable range is reported, with some owners noting driving range dropped well below the advertised figure.
- One owner reported a fuel pump bursting and catching fire while the vehicle was parked and idle.
- Some owners paired the fuel-fill issue with unrelated symptoms like rough idle, stalling, or dashboard warning lights.
When 2019 Toyota RAV4 fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint May 24, 2019, latest Aug 23, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2019 Toyota RAV4
- NHTSA 20V682000Nov 4, 2020Fuel System1,525,742 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
Fuel System complaints by RAV4 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Why won't my 2019 RAV4 fill up all the way?
- NHTSA complaints show owners of the 2019 RAV4 repeatedly reporting that the tank stops accepting fuel well before reaching its rated 14.5-gallon capacity, often needing repeated trickle fills at the pump.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2019 Toyota RAV4?
- Yes. Recall campaign 20V682000 covers a fuel pump assembly on several Toyota models including the 2019 RAV4, and dealers replace the pump with an improved unit free of charge.
- How common are fuel system complaints for the 2019 RAV4?
- Fuel System complaints account for 269 of the 878 total complaints filed for the 2019 RAV4, or 31% of all complaints, the largest share among all RAV4 model years.
- Are the fuel system problems dangerous?
- NHTSA data lists one fire and no crashes or injuries tied to Fuel System complaints for the 2019 RAV4, though one sample complaint describes a fuel pump fire while the vehicle was parked.