UK Vehicle Recall Check
The RAV4 has been a UK SUV staple since 1994 and the XA50 (current car) has been one of the highest-volume hybrids on the market.
Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.
Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.
The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.
Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.
Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.
RAV4 recall activity in the UK has tracked the wider Toyota campaigns — most notably the 2020 Denso fuel pump action that affected XA50 cars built within the campaign window. The PHEV (plug-in hybrid) variant introduced in 2021 has had several software actions covering high-voltage system behaviour. As a popular family SUV, the RAV4 changes hands often and recall letters frequently fail to reach the current keeper.
The recall check is run against the vehicle's VIN, so every UK generation is covered regardless of age. The list below is for reference.
XA40
2013–2018
XA50
2019–present
Built on the TNGA-K platform. Hybrid and (from 2021) PHEV powertrains in the UK.
A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.
RAV4 PHEV high-voltage system software defect on early-production cars that could cause unexpected loss of power.
Denso low-pressure fuel pump impeller defect affecting petrol-engine RAV4 cars built in the campaign window. Engine stall risk; widespread across the Toyota range.
Ongoing Takata airbag inflator replacement programme — one of the largest recall campaigns in automotive history, affecting many Toyota model years across the UK fleet.
Takata airbag inflator replacement on certain XA40 RAV4 cars, part of the long-running global Takata campaign.
DVLA-recorded safety recalls affecting the Toyota RAV4. Showing the most recent 20 matching entries — run a check on a specific registration to confirm whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.
| Date | Model | Concern |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | RAV4 | Parking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models |
| Nov 2025 | RAV4 PHEV | Combination Meter Reprogramming on Multiple Models |
| Nov 2025 | RAV4 | Combination Meter Reprogramming on Multiple Models |
| Oct 2023 | RAV4 | On affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations. |
| Oct 2023 | RAV4 PHV | On affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations. |
| Aug 2023 | RAV4 PHEV | DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production |
| Feb 2023 | RAV4 PHEV | The Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU (HEV-ECU) contains software that could cause the hybrid system to shut down after driving continuously in EV mode in cold temperatures and when the accelerator pedal is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle. This could result in a loss of drive and an increased risk of a crash. |
| Jan 2023 | RAV4 | The force-limiter in the seat belt retractor may not operate as designed |
| Nov 2021 | RAV4 | THE EMERGENCY CALLING SYSTEM (eCall) MAY NOT FUNCTION WHEN REQUIRED |
| May 2021 | RAV4 | THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD DEVELOP AN INTERNAL COOLANT LEAK |
| Oct 2020 | RAV4 | TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE ON DEPLOYMENT |
| Aug 2020 | RAV4 | THE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS MAY HAVE CRACKS ON SOME PORTIONS OF ITS SURFACE |
| Nov 2019 | RAV4 | BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP MAY STOP WORKING |
| May 2019 | RAV4 | THE EMERGENCY CALLING SYSTEM MAY NOT BE ENABLED |
| Feb 2019 | RAV4 | INCORRECT TIGHTENING TORQUE WAS POSSIBLY APPLIED DURING PREVIOUS INJECTOR REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT |
| Feb 2018 | RAV4 | POSSIBILITY OF A FUEL LEAK |
| Jan 2018 | RAV4 | BOLTS ON THE EXHAUST SIDE OF THE TURBOCHARGER ASSEMBLY MAY BE INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED |
| Apr 2016 | RAV4 | SEATBELT MAY NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED |
| Dec 2015 | RAV4 | RISK OF FIRE |
| Jun 2015 | RAV4 | DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MAY RUPTURE |
Every Toyota check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.
1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.
Vehicle
AB21ABC
Toyota RAV4
VIN ABCDE123456F78910
Recall details
Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)
Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.
Vehicle
CD22XYZ
Toyota RAV4
VIN ZYXWV987654U32109
Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)
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Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Toyota RAV4 vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.
DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.
Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.
Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.
Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.
No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.
Yes. Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) are powertrain options on the XA50, not separate models. All powertrains share the RAV4 VIN format and recall coverage.
Yes. All UK RAV4 trims share the same VIN format and recall coverage in the DVSA and SMMT databases.
No. The Suzuki Across is mechanically very similar to the RAV4 PHEV but is registered in the UK as a Suzuki and has its own recall coverage. Use the Suzuki page (when authored) for an Across.
Combined DVSA + SMMT recall data for every UK-registered Toyota.
Toyota maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.
Combined DVSA + SMMT recall data for every UK-registered manufacturer.