Transport CanadaCritical
2013 TOYOTA RAV4Transport Canada Recall #2023589
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the battery hold-down assembly may not properly secure certain 12 V aftermarket batteries. As a result, the battery could shift positions and cause the positive battery post to contact the hold down bracket. If this happens, there could be a short circuit.
Safety Risk
A short circuit could create the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover.
249,416 vehicles affectedMfr ref: SRC RF8Updated June 10, 2026