Toyota recalls RAV4s and RAV4 Hybrids with steering issue

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 46 model year 2019-2020 RAV4s and model year 2020 RAV4 Hybrids with electric power steering (EPS).

Water may enter through the steering gear box cover and cause a loss of electric power steering assist.

A loss of power steering assist could increase steering effort at low vehicle speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear box free of charge.

This recall is expected to begin August 10, 2020.

Owners may contact Toyota customer service at (888) 270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB11 / 20TA11.