How many electrical system complaints does the 2021 Toyota RAV4 have?

NHTSA lists 50 electrical system complaints for the 2021 RAV4, which is 13% of the 386 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2021 Toyota RAV4 electrical system?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2021 RAV4.

At what mileage do 2021 RAV4 electrical problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 30,000 miles.

Are there fire risks tied to the 2021 RAV4 electrical system?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 6 fires and 4 injuries linked to electrical system complaints on the 2021 RAV4, with several owners describing tail-light or rear-area fires.

Is the 2021 RAV4 worse than other years for electrical complaints?

Its 13% share of total complaints is lower than several other RAV4 model years in the data, such as 2017 and 2018, which each show 44-45% shares.

2021 Toyota RAV4 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 50 electrical system complaints for the 2021 Toyota RAV4, 13% of its 386 total complaints for the year. Reported issues include tail-light and rear-area fires, sporadic climate control shutdowns, and a power steering voltage warning. There is no related recall listed.

Electrical System complaints: 50; 13% of 386
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 6
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 30,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report fires starting in the rear tail-light or hatch area, sometimes preceded by flickering interior lights or a burning rubber smell.
Some describe flames coming from the engine compartment or front bumper/fog light area while driving or shortly after parking.
Several owners report the climate control display or module turning off sporadically without any warning light, sometimes resolving on its own after the vehicle sits.
A recurring 'Voltage Abnormality: Power Steering Low' warning appears at stops when the engine auto-stop/start feature is active, even after the alternator, starter, and battery test fine.
One owner reported a Hybrid System Malfunction message tied to a wire harness issue.
A lane keeping assist malfunction was reported to have pulled the steering in the wrong direction, contributing to a crash.

When 2021 Toyota RAV4 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 5, 2021, latest Sep 5, 2026.

50 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2021 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2025 (4).

Electrical System recalls for the 2021 Toyota RAV4

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by RAV4 model year

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

20056 (4%)
200644 (6%)
200778 (8%)
200829 (5%)
200919 (6%)
201017 (4%)
201121 (7%)
201232 (12%)
201376 (30%)
201473 (37%)
201590 (30%)
201685 (35%)
2017136 (44%)
2018149 (45%)
2019105 (12%)
2020120 (19%)
202150 (13%)
202238 (26%)
202342 (27%)
202434 (20%)
202519 (22%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2021 Toyota RAV4 have?: NHTSA lists 50 electrical system complaints for the 2021 RAV4, which is 13% of the 386 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Toyota RAV4 electrical system?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2021 RAV4.
At what mileage do 2021 RAV4 electrical problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 30,000 miles.
Are there fire risks tied to the 2021 RAV4 electrical system?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 6 fires and 4 injuries linked to electrical system complaints on the 2021 RAV4, with several owners describing tail-light or rear-area fires.
Is the 2021 RAV4 worse than other years for electrical complaints?: Its 13% share of total complaints is lower than several other RAV4 model years in the data, such as 2017 and 2018, which each show 44-45% shares.