1997 Toyota RAV4 vs 1998 Toyota RAV4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 66 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 113,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota RAV4 | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 | 10 |
| Structure | 6 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
1997 Toyota RAV4
1998 Toyota RAV4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.