Recall 20V064 covers 44,191 2019-2020 Toyota RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Es Hybrid, and Avalon Hybrid vehicles for porous engine castings. Free repair at Toyota dealers.
Toyota is recalling 44,191 2019-2020 RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Es Hybrid, and Avalon Hybrid vehicles because porous engine castings can crack and let coolant leak inside or outside the engine. That leak can overheat the engine, stall conventional gasoline vehicles, damage the engine, and lead to an oil leak that raises fire risk; Toyota dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part is the engine block, also called the cylinder block assembly. On affected 2019-2020 Toyota RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Camry, Es Hybrid, and Avalon Hybrid vehicles, this casting holds the cylinders where combustion happens and the coolant passages that carry heat away from the engine.
In recall 20V064, porosity in the engine casting means tiny voids were left in the metal during production. Those weak spots can turn into cracks. Once that happens, coolant can leak inside the engine or outside the engine, and the engine can overheat. The filing says this can lead to internal mechanical engine damage, a non-hybrid vehicle stall, or a thermal event.
What you notice depends on where the crack develops and how the vehicle is driven. Warning signs include warning lights or malfunction indicator lights, an audible chime, engine noise, or engine smoke.
Who's affected?
Covers six model lines from the 2019 and 2020 model years, all tied to engine and engine cooling.
| 2019 Toyota RAV4 | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2020 Toyota Camry | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2020 Lexus Es Hybrid | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2020 Toyota RAV4 | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 44,191 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A coolant leak can overheat the engine and stall conventional gasoline vehicles, which raises crash risk. Engine damage can also create an oil leak and raise fire risk. Treat warning lights, a malfunction indicator, a chime, engine noise, or smoke as a reason to stop driving and call a Toyota dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2020 Toyota RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Camry, Es Hybrid, or Avalon Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free engine inspection and engine or engine-block replacement that addresses porous castings that can leak coolant.
- Reference recall number 20V064 when you call, and ask the dealer whether Toyota recall 20TA04 applies to your vehicle.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one, along with any service records for coolant leaks, overheating, stalling, or engine oil leaks.
- Stop driving and contact the dealer if the engine overheats, coolant leaks, oil leaks, or the vehicle stalls before the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician inspects the 2.5L engine for casting porosity and coolant leaks, then replaces the engine, including the engine block, when the inspection shows it is needed. Parts and labor are free under the recall, which began April 3, 2020. Toyota has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for a related engine repair, contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987 with your repair documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 6, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 6, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| February 6, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 3, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 6, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 6, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V064?
Recall 20V064 covers 44,191 2019-2020 Toyota RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Camry, Es Hybrid, and Avalon Hybrid vehicles with 2.5L engine castings that can crack and leak coolant. Toyota dealers will inspect the engine and replace the engine, including the engine block, as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2020 Toyota RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Camry, Es Hybrid, or Avalon Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 20V064. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the engine inspection. Reference recall number 20V064, Toyota recall number 20TA04, or Lexus recall number 20LA02 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Toyota dealers will inspect the engine and replace the engine, including the engine block, as necessary, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
A coolant leak can overheat the engine and cause a stall in conventional gasoline vehicles, increasing crash risk. The engine can also suffer mechanical damage that results in an oil leak, increasing fire risk. The dealer repair path is the free engine inspection and replacement if needed.
When did Toyota begin this recall repair?
Toyota began the recall on April 3, 2020. The remedy is available, so owners with an included VIN can contact a franchised Toyota dealer for the engine inspection and any required engine or engine-block replacement at no cost.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V064000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-888-270-9371 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V064 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V064000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →