NHTSA recall 20V-286 (20V286000)
suspension recall reported May 20, 2020 - about 9,502 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V286000
- Also written as
- 20V-286
- Manufacturer number
- 20TB08 / 20TA08
- Reported
- May 20, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~9,502
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. The front lower suspension arms may have cracks, which may result in the suspension arm separating from the front wheel assembly.
Why it is dangerous
If a suspension control arm breaks, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower suspension arms, free of charge. This recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's interim numbers for this recall are 20TB08 / 20TA08.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-286 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.