# Service bulletins for the 2026 Toyota RAV4

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

37 bulletins from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

- [T\-TT\-0810\-26](/bulletins/11038380.md), 2026-10-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Please do not disassemble or make any repairs. Request: \- Save Health Check, then Clear DTC \- Test drive to see if the DTC is easy to duplicate or not \- Create a TAS case and contact TAS for special instructions If it is a weekend or holiday, continue with diagnosis and repair. Please save all parts and/or details and contact TAS on the next available work day.
- [T\-SB\-0050\-26](/bulletins/11037199.md), 2026-09-09, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. A head unit software update \(version 8612G42397\) is now available for 2026 model year RAV4 Hybrid, and RAV4 Plug\-in Hybrid vehicles via OTA or USB. Vehicle operators can perform this update directly by accepting the on\-screen notification advising the software update is available, or by locating the software update from the Settings menu and initiating the available update This is a phased rollout, which means that as time progresses, more vehicles will receive the update notification and ability to update the head unit via OTA. This timing will vary by location and may not display for every vehicle in one location at the same day and time.
- [T\-TT\-0806\-26](/bulletins/11036131.md), 2026-08-12, Service bulletin: ENGINE. State of Health \(SOH\): An estimate of battery health that is updated as the vehicle learns from operating and charging conditions over time. Distance Since Last Update: Indicates the distance accumulated since the last SOH calculation. A default mileage value of 40,727 at SOH 100% may be displayed until sufficient vehicle learning is completed. Once SOH value updates from 100%, the Distance Since Last Update value will re\-set to 0 miles. Both SOH and Distance Since Last Update values will continue to update as the vehicle continues to learn.
- [T\-SB\-0003\-26 Rev1](/bulletins/11034826.md), 2026-07-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. 2026 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. During Pre\-Delivery Service \(PDS\), follow the appropriate Installation Procedure to attach the driver side, and if applicable, the passenger side and rear seatfloor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor mat retainers.
- [T\-SB\-0004\-26 Rev1](/bulletins/11034819.md), 2026-07-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the vehicle in the same location and in the same direction of rotation.
- [T\-SB\-0005\-26 Rev1](/bulletins/11034813.md), 2026-07-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
- [T\-SB\-0002\-26 Rev1](/bulletins/11034812.md), 2026-07-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Long\-term or off\-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extendedvehicle storage conditions. Long\-term storage can affect a vehicle’s systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
- [T\-TT\-0803\-26](/bulletins/11033417.md), 2026-06-04, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 26MY RAV4 HV/PHV vehicles with HU \(head unit\) versions 1136 or older may exhibit one or more of theintermittent conditions below: • No sound from JBL audio at start up. • CarPlay audio and CarPlay icon are inoperative. • CarPlay does not automatically launch at vehicle restart. • Bluetooth device does not automatically pair after remote engine start via app or via key fob. • Steering wheel seek switches do not work as expected during Sirius XM radio after transferring favorite stations from 21MM account to 24MM vehicle.
- [T\-TT\-0800\-26](/bulletins/11033416.md), 2026-06-04, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2026 RAV4 HV vehicles may display a Distance to Empty \(DTE\) that is higher than expected at initial fill\-up. The DTE is computed using the amount of fuel remaining and a learned value that is based on the average fuel consumption.
- [T\-SB\-0019\-26 Rev1](/bulletins/11033409.md), 2026-06-04, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Pre\-Delivery Service \(PDS\) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: • Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings. • Proper operation of electrical accessories \(including interior light, clock, and radio reset\). • Interior cleanliness. • Proper function of mechanical systems. The PDS process helps identify potential vehicle concerns before customer delivery. After completing the PDS process, maintain accurate PDS records by ensuring the required documents listed below are completed and recorded in accordance with Toyota Warranty Policy. • GTS\+ Health Check • Completed PDS Check Sheet • Battery Charge Test Print Out • GTS\+ Tire Pressure Information Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. This bulletin contains the PDS procedures that apply specifically to 2026 model year RAV4 Plug\-in Hybrid vehicles
- [T\-SB\-0091\-25 Rev2](/bulletins/11032484.md), 2026-05-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Pre\-Delivery Service \(PDS\) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: • Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings. • Proper operation of electrical accessories \(including interior light, clock, and radio reset\). • Interior cleanliness. • Proper function of mechanical systems. The PDS process helps identify potential vehicle concerns before customer delivery. After completing the PDS process, maintain accurate PDS records by ensuring the required documents listed below are completed and recorded in accordance with Toyota Warranty Policy. • GTS\+ Health Check • Completed PDS Check Sheet • Battery Charge Test Print Out • GTS\+ Tire Pressure Information Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. This bulletin contains the PDS procedures that apply specifically to 2026 model year RAV4 Hybrid vehicles
- [T\-TT\-0801\-26](/bulletins/11032478.md), 2026-05-08, Service bulletin: ENGINE. Some Customers for the above vehicles may have complaint of the following: unable to charge the vehicle using the supplied level 1 or 2 charger. Additionally, most will indicate one or more of the LEDs on the charger will illuminate at the time of no charge. Charging at other stations is still possible.
- [T\-SB\-0019\-26](/bulletins/11031156.md), 2026-04-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Pre\-Delivery Service \(PDS\) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: •Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings. •Proper operation of electrical accessories \(including interior light, clock, and radio reset\). •Interior cleanliness. •Proper function of mechanical systems. The PDS process helps identify potential vehicle concerns before customer delivery. After completing the PDS process, maintain accurate PDS records by ensuring the required documents listed below are completed and recorded in accordance with Toyota Warranty Policy. •GTS\+ Health Check •Completed PDS Check Sheet •Battery Charge Test Print Out •GTS\+ Tire Pressure Information Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. This bulletin contains the PDS procedures that apply specifically to 2026 model year RAV4 Plug\-in Hybrid vehicles.
- [T\-TT\-0801\-26](/bulletins/11031151.md), 2026-04-08, Service bulletin: ENGINE. Some Customers for the listed vehicles may have complaint of the following: unable to charge the vehicle using the supplied level 1 or 2 charger. Additionally, most will indicate one or more of the LEDs on the charger will illuminate at the time of no charge. Charging at other stations is still possible.
- [T\-SB\-0091\-25 Rev1](/bulletins/11031150.md), 2026-04-08, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Pre\-Delivery Service \(PDS\) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: •Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings. •Proper operation of electrical accessories \(including interior light, clock, and radio reset\). •Interior cleanliness. •Proper function of mechanical systems. The PDS process helps identify potential vehicle concerns before customer delivery. After completing the PDS process, maintain accurate PDS records by ensuring the required documents listed below are completed and recorded in accordance with Toyota Warranty Policy. •GTS\+ Health Check •Completed PDS Check Sheet •Battery Charge Test Print Out •GTS\+ Tire Pressure Information Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. This bulletin contains the PDS procedures that apply specifically to 2026 model year RAV4 Hybrid vehicles
- [T\-TT\-0800\-26](/bulletins/11031149.md), 2026-04-08, Service bulletin: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. Some 2026 RAV4 HV vehicles may display a Distance to Empty \(DTE\) that is higher than expected at initial fill\-up. The DTE is computed using the amount of fuel remaining and a learned value that is based on the average fuel consumption.
- [T\-SB\-0017\-25 Rev2](/bulletins/11029890.md), 2026-03-07, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 12, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T\-SB\-0005\-26.
- [T\-SB\-0005\-26](/bulletins/11029879.md), 2026-03-07, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
- [T\-SB\-0005\-25 Rev2](/bulletins/11029878.md), 2026-03-07, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 6, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L\-SB\-0009\-25.
- [T\-SB\-0004\-26](/bulletins/11029876.md), 2026-03-07, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the vehicle in the same location and in the same direction of rotation.
- [T\-TT\-0798\-26](/bulletins/11029874.md), 2026-03-07, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some systems such as remote engine start and remote door lock/unlock may be inoperative if they are not enabled/registered after ECU replacement. Remote engine start and remote door lock/unlock can be enabled/registered with GTS\+.
- [T\-SB\-0007\-25 Rev2](/bulletins/11029872.md), 2026-03-07, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 03, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T\-SB\-0003\-26.
- [T\-SB\-0003\-26](/bulletins/11029871.md), 2026-03-07, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. 2026 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats.
- [T\-SB\-0009\-25 Rev2](/bulletins/11028725.md), 2026-02-11, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T\-SB\-0002\-26.
- [T\-SB\-0002\-26](/bulletins/11028723.md), 2026-02-11, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Long\-term or off\-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long\-term storage can affect a vehicle’s systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.

More: [the next page](/v1/vehicles/2026_toyota_rav4/bulletins?cursor=2026-02-11_11028723) (JSON)

JSON: [/v1/vehicles/2026_toyota_rav4/bulletins](/v1/vehicles/2026_toyota_rav4/bulletins)

[Report an error on this page](https://github.com/wenmar-pro/wenmar-open/issues/new?template=data_correction.yml&title=Data%20correction%3A%202026%20Toyota%20RAV4&page=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.wenmarpro.com%2Fmakes%2Ftoyota%2Frav4%2F2026%2Fbulletins&vehicle=2026%20Toyota%20RAV4)