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    Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    EPA MPG: 32 mpg

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    The 2018 RAV4 Hybrid is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.

    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    12V battery

    "12 volt battery has been replaced 3 times now. A software update during the most recent replacement (April 2025) is hoped to have resolved the problem. Time will tell. All replacements were done under warranty."

    Anonymous A., IN (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "12v battery just died on us."

    Anonymous, FL (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "The 12v battery would not start the vehicle during cold weather. The dealer checked the battery and determined that it needed to be replaced. They did not have a replacement in stock so they ordered one. After 4 weeks they told me they found a battery locally and installed it."

    Anonymous, SC (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Headlights

    "Only driverside head lamp out. Replaced both."

    Anonymous, CO (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "The shutter that dims the headlight failed. It cost over $1000 and required a complete replacement of the headlight module."

    Anonymous, PA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Right headlamp sporadically turned off. Took multiple visits to diagnose and fix problem"

    Anonymous, VA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other noises & leaks problem

    "Road Surface noise level so much passenger could not hear on cellphone"

    Anonymous, PA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Interior has too much plastic that at the places where one panel comes in contact with another panel over bumps etc, you can hear squeaks. Not bad just annoying. I even inserted some foam in certain spots but a little better. So much hard plastic in modern cars that I suspect a lot of them do this."

    Anonymous, GA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Seals and/or weather-stripping

    "The weather stripping on the roof kept coming off and water came in at least twice with heavy rain on the front passenger area"

    Anonymous, VA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Squeaks or rattles

    "The car squeaks when I press the brake pedal firmly. It has not been resolved."

    Anonymous A., CT (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "I've only had this car for 3 months. No problems"

    Anonymous, MI (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Non-hybrid battery went bad, but no indicator warning or identification of the problem. Could only obtain new battery at Toyota dealership. I left my vehicle at the dealership and it took them six days to get the battery replaced."

    Anonymous, WA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Both of my powered liftgate struts failed"

    Anonymous, PA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "Rear auto liftgate began sticking. Had to replace liftgate struts / gas springs."

    Anonymous A., GA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    Display screen freezes up

    "With in the last couple months the info screen locks up on startup and cant use any of the functions. Appears to be getting worse. Cycling car off and back on clears the problem."

    Anonymous, WI (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    In-dash navigation system (GPS)

    ""It is often wrong such as get in left lane for exit to interstate when the exit is in far right lane, and recommended route does not match with Google Maps, which is better.""

    Anonymous, IA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Radio

    "Radio was freezing up."

    Anonymous A., IA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Voice control commands

    "Stopped working"

    Anonymous, QC (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    EV Battery

    Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.

    What Owners Say

    Electric/hybrid battery pack replacement

    "Car would not start in January,2025. Battery was dead and was replaced. No problem since replacement."

    Anonymous, VA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    "probably my fault. Was in and out of car because of a nail person's lateness and probably didn't turn it off"

    Anonymous, SC (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    What Owners Say

    Loose exterior trim or moldings

    "Piece of trim fell off."

    Anonymous, CA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

    "Chrome on door handles is wearing off for the second time."

    Anonymous A., ON (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    What Owners Say

    CV joint

    ""I hit a semi tread on the highway that had just been thrown off by a semi truck. Within the following 30 days, I had to replace the CV joint, drive axel and wheel bearing that were involved.""

    Anonymous, MO (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Other driveline problem

    "The car vibrates at over 60 mph, which combined with the excessive road noise, makes long trips very uncomfortable. Ive taken it in multiple times, had the tires rotated and rebalanced, the steering realigned, and most recently, the shocks were found to be leaking. I spent $1200 on brakes and shocks, and the car still vibrates."

    Anonymous, MO (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    What Owners Say

    Glass defects

    "Rear window shattered on two separate occurrences approximately a year apart when parked at home, even though the window had not been struck by an object. I had to hire an independent glass company to replace the rear window at a cost of $500 for each occurrence."

    Anonymous, VA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)
    Windows

    "This is the problem I previously wrote about."

    Anonymous, VA (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    Automatic climate control

    ""It cannot circulate hot air. The AC works, but is difficult to adjust.""

    Anonymous, NJ (2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

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    POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
    Powertrain
    Electric Motor
    EV Battery
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    Drive System
    Fuel System/Emissions
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    In-car Electronics
    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
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