NHTSA recall 23V-734 (23V734000)
electrical system recall reported November 1, 2023 - about 1,853,568 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V734000
- Also written as
- 23V-734
- Manufacturer number
- 23TB13 / 23TA13
- Reported
- November 1, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,853,568
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.
Why it is dangerous
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-734 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.