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C1223 on TOYOTA RAV4

Severity
High
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2007, 2008

What C1223 Means on Your TOYOTA RAV4

Real TOYOTA RAV4 Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"On march 21st the abs, vsc, traction and brake warning lights came on while driving at 35 mph in dry weather condition. when the lights were on, the abs system was triggered making difficult to brake to stop."

— 2007 TOYOTA RAV4 owner • STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES • Filed 04/21/2013

"On october 5 and 6, 2015 my 2008 toyota rav4 was in for service at piercey toyota in milpitas to replace all four tires, front/back brakes and front shock absorbers, a total of $2,000."

— 2008 TOYOTA RAV4 owner • STEERING,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES • Filed 10/08/2015

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of C1223 on TOYOTA RAV4

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2007
1
2008
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

C1223 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026