What the source says
The documented condition
Toyota documented vibration or shaking of the image shown in the exterior mirrors on some 2019 to 2021 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. The bulletin is limited to a condition reproduced at roughly 50 to 70 mph on ordinary paved roads. Other causes, including loose glass or collision damage, still need to be ruled out.
Compare the pattern
Symptoms and vehicle scope
Words owners may use
- side mirror shakes on highway
- wing mirror blurry at speed
- rear view in mirror vibrates
- door mirror wobbles
- RAV4 mirror buzzing
- cannot see clearly in side mirror
Symptoms in the record
- The reflected image shakes or becomes difficult to read at highway speed
- The concern appears in one or both exterior mirrors
- The mirror housing may appear normal while the reflected image vibrates
Vehicles and limits
- 2019 to 2021 Toyota RAV4
- 2019 to 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
- The bulletin requires the specified driving condition to be confirmed
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Toyota instructs technicians to confirm the mirror image vibration, fit longer mirror mounting studs and add reinforcement bracket extensions with specified adhesive. Both exterior mirrors are repaired under the procedure.
Mileage context
Toyota's bulletin is based on model year and a reproduced symptom, not a mileage threshold. Warranty coverage, if any, depends on the vehicle's in-service date and current status.
Original evidence
Open the documents behind this record.
Manufacturer bulletin · T-SB-0079-20 Rev1 · Dec 9, 2020
Outer Rear View Mirror Image Vibration While Driving
The revision covers 2019 to 2021 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles and describes the reinforcement repair.
Repair paths and safe checks
Match the action to the evidence.
Confirm the condition and reinforce both mirrors
A Toyota technician reproduces the specified vibration and, when the bulletin applies, installs longer mounting studs and door-panel reinforcement extensions for both mirrors.
The bulletin specifies panel adhesive, threadlocker, torque values and curing time. It is not a simple mirror-glass replacement.
Check the glass and housing while parked
With the vehicle parked and switched off, gently check whether the glass is seated and whether the entire housing is visibly loose or damaged. Note which side is affected and the speed range at which the image starts shaking.
Do not film, touch or adjust the mirror while driving. Have a passenger record the symptom if a video is needed.
Record reviewed in the source on August 2, 2026. Confirm the current document and VIN instructions before arranging work.
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