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2015 Toyota RAV4 EV

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 RAV4 EV.

Body SUVEngine ElectricTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2015 Toyota RAV4 EV is an electric SUV equipped with an automatic six-speed transmission. In its first year, owners logged 302 complaints, with the electrical system emerging as the top concern, and the vehicle was subject to four recalls. Compared with the broader RAV4 lineage tracked from 2002 through 2014 — where complaint volumes ranged from a high of 555 in 2002 to a low of 5 in 2013 — the 2015 EV's tally places it well above the recent low-water mark but below the early-generation peak, suggesting a reliability profile more in line with the model's mid-cycle years than its cleanest or most troubled iterations.

Model year20192018201720162015201420132012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA efficiency23/30/26 MPGeEPA · verified
EPA electric range0 miEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 356 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9672335028. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 356 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/65R17, P235/55R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5-7.0, 7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9672335028 alt 9030179006
Engine air filter178010V020
Fuel filter7702442070 alt 770240R010
Spark plug9091901233
Battery2880036071
Front wiper blades8522242120 alt 8521242130
Serpentine belt9091602668 alt 90916A2021
Thermostat90916A3003 alt 9091603136
Cabin air filter8713950100 alt 8713907020

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length179.5 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height65.4 in
Wheelbase104.7 in
Curb weight3527 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined23 / 30 / 26 MPGe
Electric range0 mi
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine SAE 75W · API · GL-5 in the differential, SAE J1703 · DOT 3 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Brake FluidSAE J1703 · DOT 3
Differential Gear OilSAE 75W · API · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.48-0.58
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity7.2
Fuel Tank Capacity15.9 gallons
Power Steering FluidEPS

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts98.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 217.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 159.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity16.6-18.6 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeDENSO ND-OIL 8
Oil Capacity2.37 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance356 cca

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 20 /; Front: 25; Rear: 20
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 79; Rear: 65 /; Front: 79; Rear: 65
ABS Sensor Torque6.2 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementRear: .413
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .866; Rear: .984
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .0059

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record for this vehicle shows a volatile trend, with complaints dropping from 555 in 2002 to 326 in 2003, then plummeting to 5 in 2013 before spiking to 188 in 2014. The 2015 model year follows this recent upward trajectory, with its top complaint areas being the Electrical System (51), "Unknown Or Other" (35), and Steering (31). Additionally, the 2015 model recorded 41 fire complaints and 37 crash complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes. Structure issues also accounted for 20 complaints in the target year. Because the 2015 model follows a sharp increase in complaints and recalls and exhibits a significant volume of fire and crash reports, this is not a good year to buy.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
313
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
302
Owner complaints
37 involved a crash · 41 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 302 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System51
Unknown Or Other35
Steering31
Structure20
Power Train20
Engine16
Service Brakes14
Vehicle Speed Control11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14V828000EquipmentReported 30/12/2014

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed… Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at…

15V011000Trailer HitchesReported 16/01/2015

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Toyota Rav4 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2013, to December 29, 2014, and equipped with an accessory trailer light module. The software… Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer light module with a new unit with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 313 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
21TG012025-06-18Electrical System21TG01 Exprired - Replaced with Campaign 23TA13 During a recent investigation of reported…
21TG012025-06-18Electrical SystemCampaign Expired - replaced with campaign 23TA13TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONSUMER…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…

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Frequently asked

Does the 2015 RAV4 EV have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What is the EPA range and efficiency of the RAV4 EV?

EPA figures are 23 city / 30 highway / 26 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 0 miles.