Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2000 Toyota RAV4. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Air Bag Inflators May Rupture or Underinflate Bag
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant, and increases the risk of serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and owners will have the option to self-inspect, or have a dealer inspect the steering wheel on their vehicle to determine if their vehicle may be equipped with an affected inflator. Potentially affected steering wheel serial numbers will be inspected by a dealer. Based on the inspection, dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate one, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall is 20TB01 and 20TA01.
TOYOTA/PARKING LOCK ROD
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. IF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE REPEATEDLY PARKED BY PLACING THE SHIFT LEVER INTO THE "P" POSITION WITHOUT APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKE, THE PARKING LOCK ROD, A COMPONENT OF THE TRANSMISSION PARKING LOCK SYSTEM, COULD BREAK.
- Consequence
- THIS CONDITION CAN RENDER THE SYSTEM INOPERATIVE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING LOCK ROD.
TOYOTA/FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTOR
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTOR, WHEN EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, CAN DEVELOP STRESS FRACTURES IF THE LUG NUTS ARE TIGHTENED WITH EXCESSIVE TORQUE.
- Consequence
- THE DISC ROTOR COULD BREAK (WHERE IT MOUNTS TO THE WHEEL), RESULTING IN A LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION ON THAT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DISC BRAKE ROTORS. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, TOYOTA WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND STEEL WHEELS WITH NEW DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND NEW ALUMINUM WHEELS. IN ADDITION A CAUTION LABEL THAT READS, "USE NEW GENUINE TOYOTA ALUMINUM WHEELS." WILL BE AFFIXED. VEHICLES ALREADY EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM WHEELS WILL ONLY REQUIRE CAUTION LABEL INSTALLATION.
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Owner complaints (30)
30 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The vehicle speed control is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 23.3% |
| Power train | 5 | 16.7% |
| Tires | 3 | 10% |
| Visibility | 3 | 10% |
| Wheels | 3 | 10% |
| Engine | 2 | 6.7% |
| Fuel system | 2 | 6.7% |
| Structure | 2 | 6.7% |
| Air bags | 1 | 3.3% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 3.3% |
How 2000 compares with other RAV4 years
Best and worst RAV4 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 47 | 0 |
| 1997 | 54 | 0 |
| 1998 | 77 | 4 |
| 1999 | 62 | 4 |
| 2000 | 30 | 3 |
| 2001 | 309 | 0 |
| 2002 | 527 | 0 |
| 2003 | 315 | 0 |
| 2004 | 154 | 2 |
| 2005 | 141 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 72 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- —
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 72 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · | 2-Wheel Drive | 81 / 64 / 72 | $1,050 | — |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 24 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 23 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2000 RAV4 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2000 Toyota RAV4 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota RAV4 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 20V033000 (air bag), 00V211000 (power train), 00V212000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2000 Toyota RAV4 problems?
Owners filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. Vehicle speed control (7), Power train (5), Tires (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2000 Toyota RAV4 get?
EPA rates the Electric · version at 81 city, 64 highway and 72 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2000 RAV4 compare with other years?
Among the 1996–2005 Toyota RAV4 model years at least five years old, the 2000 drew the fewest complaints (30) and the 2002 the most (527). The 2000 drew 30. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.