The 2019 Toyota RAV4 belongs to the 5th generation XA50 (2019-2025), built with 2.5L A25A-FKS four, plus hybrid and Prime plug-in hybrid variants. It takes 0W-16 full synthetic across the range. Oil changes run 10,000 miles. 2019 is the first model year of the 5th generation XA50.
Track your 2019 Toyota RAV4 service history free with the ServiceSage maintenance tracker, or compare it against other model years on the Toyota RAV4 maintenance schedule hub.
| Interval | Service |
|---|---|
| Every 5,000 mi / 6 months (severe duty or first year) | Engine oil & filter change (0W-16), Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Inspect brake pads and rotors, Check fluid levels |
| Every 10,000 mi / 12 months | Engine oil & filter change (0W-16), Tire rotation, Inspect engine air filter, Inspect cabin air filter, Inspect brakes, suspension, and steering, Check battery terminals |
| Every 15,000 mi | Replace cabin air filter, Inspect brake system, Inspect exhaust system |
| Every 30,000 mi | Replace engine air filter, Inspect spark plugs (gap check), Inspect drive belts, Inspect brake fluid condition, Inspect cooling system hoses |
| Every 60,000 mi | Inspect and clean throttle body, Inspect propeller shaft and driveline (AWD), Inspect rear differential fluid (if applicable) |
| Every 100,000 mi | Coolant flush - Toyota Super Long Life pink, Inspect water pump, Inspect drive belt condition and tension |
| Every 120,000 mi | Replace iridium spark plugs (all 4 cylinders), Inspect valve clearance, Second coolant flush |
| RAV4 Prime specific | HV battery inspection by Toyota EV-certified technician, On-board charger and EVSE cable inspection, 12V auxiliary battery check (every 24 months) |
| Every 30,000 mi | Inspect the automatic transmission / hybrid transaxle for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving |
| At 60,000 and 120,000 mi (towing, car-top carrier or heavy loading, or extensive idling/low-speed driving only) | Replace the automatic transmission fluid (Toyota Genuine ATF WS) - gas models |
| At 60,000 and 120,000 mi (towing, car-top carrier or heavy loading only) | Replace the hybrid transaxle fluid - Hybrid and Prime models |
| Every 30,000 mi | Replace the transfer case oil (AWD gas models only; Hybrid and Prime have no transfer case) |
The table above is indexed by service interval. This is the same schedule indexed by odometer reading, for when you know your mileage and want the list. If your odometer sits between these figures, work back to the last one you passed and catch up anything skipped.
| Odometer | Service due |
|---|---|
| 30,000 mi (48,000 km) | Engine oil & filter change (0W-16), Tire rotation, Inspect engine air filter, Inspect cabin air filter, Inspect brakes, suspension, and steering, Check battery terminals, Replace cabin air filter, Inspect brake system, Inspect exhaust system, Replace engine air filter, Inspect spark plugs (gap check), Inspect drive belts, Inspect brake fluid condition, Inspect cooling system hoses, Inspect the automatic transmission / hybrid transaxle for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Replace the transfer case oil (AWD gas models only; Hybrid and Prime have no transfer case). |
| 60,000 mi (97,000 km) | Engine oil & filter change (0W-16), Tire rotation, Inspect engine air filter, Inspect cabin air filter, Inspect brakes, suspension, and steering, Check battery terminals, Replace cabin air filter, Inspect brake system, Inspect exhaust system, Replace engine air filter, Inspect spark plugs (gap check), Inspect drive belts, Inspect brake fluid condition, Inspect cooling system hoses, Inspect the automatic transmission / hybrid transaxle for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Replace the transfer case oil (AWD gas models only; Hybrid and Prime have no transfer case), Inspect and clean throttle body, Inspect propeller shaft and driveline (AWD), Inspect rear differential fluid (if applicable). |
| 90,000 mi (145,000 km) | Same as the 30,000 mi service. |
| 100,000 mi (161,000 km) | Engine oil & filter change (0W-16), Tire rotation, Inspect engine air filter, Inspect cabin air filter, Inspect brakes, suspension, and steering, Check battery terminals, Coolant flush - Toyota Super Long Life pink, Inspect water pump, Inspect drive belt condition and tension. The every-15,000 mi service runs on its own cycle - the nearest fall at 90,000 and 105,000 miles. |
| 120,000 mi (193,000 km) | Engine oil & filter change (0W-16), Tire rotation, Inspect engine air filter, Inspect cabin air filter, Inspect brakes, suspension, and steering, Check battery terminals, Replace cabin air filter, Inspect brake system, Inspect exhaust system, Replace engine air filter, Inspect spark plugs (gap check), Inspect drive belts, Inspect brake fluid condition, Inspect cooling system hoses, Inspect the automatic transmission / hybrid transaxle for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Replace the transfer case oil (AWD gas models only; Hybrid and Prime have no transfer case), Inspect and clean throttle body, Inspect propeller shaft and driveline (AWD), Inspect rear differential fluid (if applicable), Replace iridium spark plugs (all 4 cylinders), Inspect valve clearance, Second coolant flush. |
| 150,000 mi (241,000 km) | Same as the 30,000 mi service. |
| 200,000 mi (322,000 km) | Same as the 100,000 mi service. The every-15,000 mi service runs on its own cycle - the nearest fall at 195,000 and 210,000 miles. |
Recommendations that require an engine or transmission choice are withheld until applicability is confirmed. Check your exact powertrain and owner's manual before buying; Quick Specs lists the alternatives. Inspection does not automatically require replacement.
| Part | Fitment note | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Super Long Life Coolant Pink (1 gal) | Toyota pink SLLC - do not mix with green or orange coolant | View product on Amazon Compare coolant for the 2019 Toyota RAV4 on Amazon |
| Toyota RAV4 Cabin Air Filter | Cabin air filter for XA50 RAV4 - replace every 15,000-25,000 mi | Compare options on Amazon |
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NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2019 Toyota RAV4:
| Campaign | Report date | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 20V682000 | 2020-11-04 | fuel system, gasoline |
| 20V373000 | 2020-06-24 | steering |
| 20V286000 | 2020-05-20 | suspension |
| 20V064000 | 2020-02-06 | engine and engine cooling |
| 19V576000 | 2019-08-06 | back over prevention |
| 19V544000 | 2019-07-24 | electronic stability control (esc) |
| 19V503000 | 2019-06-28 | equipment |
| 19V244000 | 2019-03-27 | equipment |
NHTSA has 901 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Toyota RAV4. Top component areas reported:
EPA lists these powertrains for 2019:
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4 cyl | Auto (S8) | Gasoline |
| 2.5 L 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S6) | Hybrid |
Source: NHTSA recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, EPA fueleconomy.gov; fetched 2026-10-12.
The 2019 Toyota RAV4 has 8 safety recalls on record with NHTSA, affecting the fuel system, gasoline, steering, suspension (as of 2026-10-12). Recall repairs are free at any dealer. Run the live check on this page. Get reminded before recalls and services.
Maintenance keeps these away, but when the dash does light up these are the codes this vehicle throws most often - each with what it means and what the repair actually costs.