Buyer's checklist: 4th gen Toyota RAV4 2013–2018

This checklist comes from a draft dossier that has not been approved yet, so read it with care.

What to look for on this generation, worst first. Tick each line as you check it.

Free while the site is being tested. Every line comes from the dossier and keeps its source, and the dossier itself stays free.

Inspection sheet Mark up every panel, what is underneath and how it drives.

Recalls to ask about 4

Recalls filed for these model years. Not every car is covered; check the vehicle identification number with NHTSA.

Recall 15V1440002014–2015The power steering control unit may have been damaged in manufacture, and steering assist can fail. Ask for proof the recall work was done.^1,2
Recall 16V1980002016An O-ring in the ABS actuator may be damaged, which can affect brake fluid pressure. Ask for proof the recall work was done.³
Recall 17V8310002018The load capacity label may be wrong, so the vehicle could be overloaded. New labels are mailed. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁴
Recall 23V7340002013–2018The battery may not sit properly in its tray, can shift against the hold-down bracket, and short circuit. Ask for proof the recall work was done.^5,1,2,3,6,4

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