Loss of electric power steering assist
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 rav4 and 2020 rav4 hybrid vehicles equipped with electric power steering (eps). water may enter through the steering gear box cover and cause a loss of electric power steering assist.
Safety Consequence
A loss of power steering assist could increase steering effort at low vehicle speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear box, free of charge. the recall began august 17, 2020. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. toyota's number for this recall is 20tb11 / 20ta11.
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FAQ: Recall 20V373000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V373000?
NHTSA recall 20V373000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on June 24, 2020. It addresses: Loss of electric power steering assist. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V373000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20TB11 / 20TA11. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.