2019 Toyota RAV4 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 82about this part
- Share
- 9%of 884 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,304miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 82 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2019 Toyota RAV4, 9% of the 884 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,304 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My 2019 tortola RAV4 xle with 6401 miles on it has been experiencing problems with stalling since I first got it in august. I notice it especially when I don't make complete stops. It will stall and yank the car forward. It is annoying and embarrassing that my new car does not drive smooth. I will be taking it to a Toyota dealerships to get evaluated.”
NHTSA complaint #11309396, filed 2020-02, 3,000 miles“2019 rav 4 xle premium I purchased a year ago continues to lurch when suddenly accelerating from a rolling stop. An example is when pulling up to a red light and the light suddenly turns green, I'll take my foot of the brake and tap the gas and the car hesitates then accelerates. This motion jerks me and other passengers in our seats.”
NHTSA complaint #11308296, filed 2020-02, 20 miles“Vehicle jerks after accelerating from a rolling stop. It seems like there is an issue with the throttle - there seems to be a delay with going, so the car jerks to kick into the speed it should be. I've taking my car to the dealership at least 3 times to resolve this issue, but they always say there is nothing wrong with the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11330393, filed 2020-06, 100 miles“As the transmission shifts down to first gear, without coming to a complete stop as one accelerates the vehicle makes an abrupt forward movement. Strong enough to move a passenger backwards. I have only notice this at low speeds in traffic. Does not happen after complete stop. I will rake car to dealer to check the transmission this is not normal on an automatic transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #11354744, filed 2020-09, 10,000 miles“Cruise control and other safety issues randomly go off line. When driving cruise control turn off, as do the electronics. Further, the automatic bright lights are random to the point I have to disable the system. I have pics and video, cannot change format, don't know how.”
NHTSA complaint #11385426, filed 2020-12, 25,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10240068Jun 22, 2023DP: This Customer Support Program provides coverage for a condition involving the front transfer case electro-magnetic clutch in certain 2019 ? 2020 model year RAV4 Adventure and…
- 10235244Feb 27, 2023TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: ?P0087/P008700 ? Fuel…
- 10235238Feb 20, 2023TT: Some 2019- 2023 RAV4 HV vehicles may duplicate an abnormal noise (Growl, Humming and/or other) from the Hybrid T/A and/or MGR at various vehicle speeds and normal drive…
- 10220195Jun 28, 2022This condition may occur when the vehicle is operated at high altitude and high temperatures; typically, above 3,300 feet (1,000 meters) and at ambient temperatures above 85°F…
- 10224117Jun 24, 2022TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year RAV4 Adventure and Limited grade AWD vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise from the vehicle?s AWD Dynamic Torque Vectoring Disconnect system…
- 10220192Jun 24, 2022TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year RAV4 Adventure and Limited grade AWD vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise from the vehicle?s AWD Dynamic Torque Vectoring Disconnect system…
- 10214324Mar 14, 2022TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year RAV4 Adventure and Limited grade AWD vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise from the vehicle?s AWD Dynamic Torque Vectoring Disconnect system…
- 10202487Sep 14, 2021TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year RAV4 Adventure and Limited grade AWD vehicles may exhibit an abnormal buzz/groan noise from the front transfer case at 20 ? 30 mph when…
- 10201352Jul 6, 2021TT: Some 2014-2021 model year vehicles equipped with Dynamic Torque Control AWD system may experience a ?Noise? or ?Abnormal Operation? condition from the rear differential front…
- 10198156May 28, 2021TT: This Tech Tip applies to 2019 model year RAV4 Adventure/Limited grade equipped with torque vectoring AWD system ONLY. Some customers may experience an abnormal noise from…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 7% |
| 2024 | 8 | 5% |
| 2023 | 11 | 7% |
| 2022 | 11 | 7% |
| 2021 | 23 | 6% |
| 2020 | 38 | 6% |
| 2019 | 82 | 9% |
| 2018 | 26 | 8% |
| 2017 | 16 | 5% |
| 2016 | 11 | 5% |
| 2015 | 25 | 8% |
| 2014 | 20 | 10% |
| 2013 | 29 | 11% |
| 2012 | 19 | 7% |
| 2011 | 25 | 9% |
| 2010 | 38 | 10% |
| 2009 | 28 | 9% |
| 2008 | 37 | 6% |
| 2007 | 53 | 5% |
| 2006 | 53 | 8% |
| 2005 | 8 | 6% |
| 2004 | 23 | 15% |
| 2003 | 209 | 66% |
| 2002 | 376 | 71% |
| 2001 | 190 | 61% |
| 2000 | 5 | 17% |
| 1999 | 4 | 6% |
| 1998 | 10 | 13% |
| 1997 | 5 | 9% |
| 1996 | 9 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2019 Toyota RAV4
269 complaintsEngine
207 complaintsOther or unknown
172 complaintsElectrical system
103 complaintsBody and structure
90 complaintsAir bags
45 complaintsBrakes
36 complaintsSteering
33 complaintsVehicle speed control
30 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
22 complaintsForward collision avoidance
18 complaintsSuspension
16 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Toyota RAV4
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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