NHTSA Recall 20V373000: Electric power assist system (steering)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 46 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Toyota RAV4.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V373000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20TB11 / 20TA11 |
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 24, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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 risk
A loss of power steering assist could increase steering effort at low vehicle speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V373000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.